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Just want to add that you should file your claim as soon as possible after your hours are reduced. You can't get benefits for weeks before you file, so don't wait thinking your situation might improve.
That's a really good point! I was thinking about waiting to see if they give me more hours back, but I guess I should file now just in case.
Exactly! You can always stop filing weekly claims if your hours go back up, but you can't go back and claim benefits for weeks before you filed your initial claim.
The bottom line is that Washington ESD doesn't care how many hours you work per week - they only care about your wages. If you've earned enough wages in your base year and your current earnings are low enough, you can qualify for partial benefits even while working part-time.
This has been super helpful everyone! I think I understand the basics now. Time to file that claim and see what happens.
Good luck! Remember to be completely honest about your earnings and hours when you file your weekly claims. The system works best when you're upfront about everything.
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Bottom line: for most people it's going to be around 40-50% of your gross weekly wages, capped at $999 per week maximum. Not enough to live on long-term but helps bridge the gap while job hunting.
That's a helpful summary. Hopefully I won't need it but at least now I have realistic expectations.
Exactly. It's meant to be temporary assistance, not a replacement for working. The key is to use the time to find a new job as quickly as possible.
If you do end up needing to file, make sure you have all your employment history ready. They'll want info about all your employers from the past 18 months, including dates and wages.
I should probably gather that info now just in case. Better to be prepared.
Smart thinking. Having all your documentation ready makes the application process much smoother.
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This thread has been super helpful! I'm bookmarking it for reference. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences with Washington ESD unemployment.
Agreed! I feel much more prepared now. Really appreciate all the detailed advice from everyone.
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Thanks! I'll definitely keep that bookmarked in case I need help reaching them.
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The bottom line is if you worked steadily for 8 months and got laid off through no fault of your own, you should qualify for unemployment. The Washington ESD system will figure out the details automatically when you file.
That's reassuring to hear! I think I was overthinking it.
Yeah don't stress too much about the calculations - just file the claim and let the system do its job. You can always appeal if there are any issues.
This thread has been super helpful! I was in a similar situation and wasn't sure about the requirements. Sounds like most people who worked consistently for several months will qualify.
Glad it helped you too! The responses here were way clearer than what I found on the official website.
Sometimes real people explaining things in plain language is more helpful than official documentation, even though both are important.
Ella Harper
been there! resigned due to unsafe working conditions and got approved after a 4-week investigation. key was having photos of the safety violations and emails where I reported them to management with no response. document document document!
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Paige Cantoni
•Photos are a great idea! I should start documenting the hostile behavior more systematically before I make my final decision.
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Ella Harper
•exactly! and if there are witnesses to incidents, get their contact info in case washington esd needs to verify your story during the investigation
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PrinceJoe
Remember that even if you get approved for benefits after resigning, you might face a longer adjudication process than someone who was laid off. Plan accordingly and make sure you understand what information Washington ESD will need before you submit your claim.
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Paige Cantoni
•This has been incredibly helpful everyone. I feel much more prepared to make this decision now. Thank you all for sharing your experiences!
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Kylo Ren
•Good luck with whatever you decide! Just remember that your health and wellbeing matter too. Sometimes leaving a toxic situation is the right choice even if it complicates things temporarily.
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