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- Skip the long phone menu
- Call the correct department
- Redial until on hold
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- Give you free callbacks if the ESD drops your call
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Was a bit nervous or untrusting at first, but my calls went thru. First time the wait was a bit long but their customer chat line on their page was helpful and put me at ease that I would receive my call. Today my call dropped because of EDD and Claimyr heard my concern on the same chat and another call was made within the hour.
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I tried for weeks to get thru to EDD PFL program with no luck. I gave this a try thinking it may be a scam. OMG! It worked and They got thru within an hour and my claim is going to finally get paid!! I upgraded to the $60 call. Best $60 spent!
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Yeah I can see how that would be helpful. The automated systems never seem to have answers for specific situations.
I've used similar services for other government agencies and they're usually worth it when you're stuck. Better than wasting days trying to get through on your own.
Bottom line - use the benefit calculator for a good estimate, file as soon as you're eligible, and make sure you understand all the requirements to keep getting paid. The amount you get depends on your work history but Washington's benefits are pretty reasonable compared to other states.
Thanks everyone! This has been super helpful. I feel much more prepared to file now.
Good luck with your claim! The first time can be nerve-wracking but it's usually pretty straightforward if you have all your info ready.
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Thank you everyone for all the helpful information. I'm going to tell my sister to file her claim right away and start gathering documentation. It sounds like she has a decent chance if she can prove the hostile work environment, but she needs to be prepared for a long fight.
That's the right approach. The sooner she files, the sooner the process starts. And remember, even if she gets denied initially, she can still appeal.
Good luck to her! The waiting is stressful but if she has solid documentation, she's got a fighting chance. And definitely keep that Claimyr site in mind if she needs to talk to Washington ESD - it saved me so much time and frustration.
One last thing - make sure she keeps copies of everything she submits to Washington ESD. Sometimes documents get lost in the system and you need to resubmit. Having backups saves time and prevents delays.
Great advice! She's pretty disorganized so I'll help her get everything scanned and saved properly.
Smart move. Organization is key when dealing with any government agency. The more prepared you are, the smoother the process goes.
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I had a similar question last month and ended up having to call Washington ESD multiple times to get a clear answer about my specific situation. The automated system and website just weren't detailed enough for my case.
I keep seeing people mention that service. Does it actually work or is it just another scam?
It worked for me. I was skeptical at first too, but I was desperate after days of busy signals and disconnections. They have a video demo that shows exactly how it works - helped me understand what I was signing up for.
Bottom line: if you've only been working for one month, you almost certainly don't have enough wage credits built up yet to qualify for UI benefits. You'd need to work longer to meet either the standard or alternate base period requirements. But definitely check your previous work history too - those wages might help you qualify sooner than you think.
Thanks everyone for all the detailed responses! Sounds like I need to stick with this job a bit longer and hope for the best, but at least now I understand how the system actually works.
Good luck! And remember, even if you don't qualify now, keep working and building those wage credits. The system will be there when you need it.
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One more tip - if you do get through to someone, ask for a reference number for your call and the agent's name/ID. Makes follow-up much easier and shows them you're documenting everything professionally.
That's smart. I never thought to ask for reference numbers but that would definitely help track what's been discussed.
When I used Claimyr to get through, they actually provided me with all that information from the call - reference numbers, agent details, summary of what was discussed. Really helpful for follow-up.
Bottom line is you're not powerless even though it feels that way. You have specific rights as a claimant, multiple avenues for escalation, and resources available. The system is frustrating but there are ways to navigate it effectively if you approach it strategically.
Good luck! Come back and update us on what works. Your experience might help others in similar situations.
Will do. Already feeling more in control just having specific steps to take instead of just waiting helplessly.
Noah Lee
Final update from me - claim approved after exactly 6 weeks! Got all my back pay and regular payments have resumed. There is light at the end of the tunnel for those still waiting.
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Ava Hernandez
•Congrats! Was there anything specific that seemed to speed up the final approval?
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Noah Lee
•Not really, I think it just worked its way through their system. The adjudicator called me on a Friday and by Monday my claim was approved.
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Isabella Martin
For anyone still struggling to get through by phone, I second the recommendation for Claimyr. Used them last month when I was stuck in adjudication and they got me connected to an agent who explained exactly what Washington ESD needed from me. Worth every penny to end the uncertainty.
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Elijah Jackson
•How quickly were you able to get through using their service?
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Isabella Martin
•About 20 minutes from when I submitted my request to when I was talking to a Washington ESD agent. Way better than the hours I wasted trying to call myself.
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