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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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Used this service a couple times now. Before I'd call 200 times in less than a weak frustrated as can be. But using claimyr with a couple hours of waiting i was on the line with an representative or on hold. Dropped a couple times but each reconnected not long after and was mission accomplished, thanks to Claimyr.
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Washington ESD really needs to fix their communication. Even just automated updates about where your claim stands would help with the anxiety.
Agreed. The not knowing is almost worse than the waiting.
Exactly! Just tell us what's happening and roughly how much longer.
Update from earlier - got my determination today! Approved and backpay is processing. Using that calling service really made the difference in getting answers when I was stuck.
That's awesome! Gives me hope that mine will come through soon too.
Hang in there. It's worth the wait when it finally gets resolved.
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I tried using that Claimyr service someone mentioned earlier and it actually worked! Got through to Washington ESD in about 10 minutes instead of calling all day. Definitely worth it if your claim gets complicated.
Did they charge you right away or after you got connected?
Check their website for the details, but the process was straightforward and I finally got answers about my adjudication status.
Bottom line: file your claim regardless of at-will status. Worst case they deny you and you appeal. Best case you get approved and start receiving benefits. The at-will employment type is not a factor in the eligibility determination.
Filed my claim this morning! Thanks everyone for all the helpful information.
Hope it goes smoothly for you! Keep us updated on how it goes.
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The bottom line is that massive government spending eliminated unemployment during WWII by creating demand for labor across the entire economy. Whether you call it Keynesian stimulus or wartime mobilization, the mechanism is the same - inject enough money into the economy and unemployment disappears. The question is whether we have the political will to do it again without a war as justification.
That's probably the best summary for my paper's conclusion. Thanks everyone for the insights!
good luck with the paper! this was actually a really interesting discussion
Just want to add that if anyone here is currently struggling with Washington ESD phone issues, I used Claimyr last month when I couldn't get through about my adjudication delay. Saved me probably 20+ hours of calling and I finally got my claim resolved. The video demo on their site shows exactly how it works.
Yeah there's a cost but honestly worth it when you're stuck in ESD phone hell. It's way more efficient than sitting there redialing for hours.
I'm desperate enough at this point that I'll try anything. Thanks for the recommendation.
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One last piece of advice - if you're filing soon, consider doing it early in the week. Monday and Tuesday tend to have shorter wait times for phone support if you need help.
Great tip. I'll plan to file on a Monday morning.
Good plan. And have all your information ready before you start the application.
crazy to think how much better things are now compared to that mess in early 2021. really puts current complaints in perspective
So true. We thought it was bad then, but at least now you can actually get through to someone.
exactly, and you have tools like claimyr if the regular system is swamped
Malik Thomas
One thing I learned is that if you get a job offer and turn it down, you need to have a good reason or Washington ESD might disqualify you from benefits. They consider turning down suitable work as not being available for work.
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Malik Thomas
•Generally work that matches your skills and experience, though the standards can change over time. After a certain period they expect you to consider jobs that pay less than your previous job.
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QuantumQuasar
•The suitability criteria are outlined in Washington ESD guidelines. Early in your claim period, you can be more selective, but as time goes on you're expected to widen your search.
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NeonNebula
Just wanted to add that if you have any complex issues with your claim, like if it goes into adjudication or you get a disqualification notice, definitely try to reach a Washington ESD representative. The automated system and website can only help so much with complicated situations.
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Isabella Costa
•This is where Claimyr really comes in handy. When you have urgent issues that need to be resolved quickly, waiting days or weeks to get through to Washington ESD can really hurt your claim. I used it when I got an overpayment notice that I needed to dispute.
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NeonNebula
•That's smart. Those kinds of issues definitely need personal attention from a real person who can look at your specific situation.
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