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Wednesday payments are the norm but watch out for system maintenance. Sometimes Washington ESD does updates that can delay things by a day or two.
Do they announce maintenance ahead of time?
Usually there's a notice on the eServices login page but not always much advance warning.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful info! I'll check my account tomorrow morning and hopefully see the deposit. This community is way more helpful than trying to navigate Washington ESD's website alone.
You're welcome! Feel free to post an update once you see the deposit come through.
Hope it works out! And remember that Claimyr option if you ever need to actually speak with someone at Washington ESD.
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The benefit amount might seem low compared to your regular salary, but remember it's meant to be temporary assistance while you look for work. Focus on your job search and hopefully you'll be back to full pay soon.
Exactly my mindset. This is just a bridge until I find my next opportunity.
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Your roommate should also start looking for work right away and keep a job search log. Even if her claim gets approved, she'll need to show she's actively seeking employment to continue receiving benefits.
How many jobs does she need to apply for each week?
I think it's at least 3 job search activities per week in Washington, but check the current requirements on the ESD website since they can change.
Bottom line: she should absolutely apply. Being fired doesn't automatically disqualify you from unemployment benefits. The Washington ESD will review the circumstances and make a decision. Better to apply and potentially get approved than not apply and definitely get nothing.
You're absolutely right. I'll encourage her to apply today. Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice!
Good luck to your roommate! Hope it works out for her.
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Just remember that remuneration reporting is required every week, even if you didn't earn anything. You have to answer the question about whether you received any remuneration during the week you're claiming.
Right, I've been answering 'no' for the past 8 weeks, but this week I'll need to report the $180.
Exactly. The system is set up to track your work activity consistently.
Thanks everyone for the explanations! I feel much more confident about reporting my remuneration now. The $180 I earned will definitely be reported on my weekly claim. Sounds like Washington ESD has a pretty fair system for handling part-time work income.
You're welcome! Don't hesitate to ask if you have more questions about the process.
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AaliyahAli
It's actually pretty cool to think about how the unemployment system evolved from basically nothing in 1933 to what we have now with Washington ESD's online weekly claims and job search tracking.
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Millie Long
•Right? It's amazing how far the system has come. Though from reading this forum, it sounds like there are still plenty of challenges with the current system.
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Ellie Simpson
•The technology has definitely improved but the basic concept of unemployment insurance providing temporary support while people look for work is the same as it was in 1935.
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Arjun Kurti
good luck with your project! hope you find what you need and also get your unemployment claim sorted out if that's still an issue
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Millie Long
•Thank you! The research suggestions here have been really helpful, and I did finally get my claim processed after weeks of trying to reach Washington ESD.
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Arjun Kurti
•glad to hear it worked out! the washington esd system can be frustrating but usually gets resolved eventually
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