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good luck with everything! the first time filing can feel overwhelming but once you get into the routine of weekly claims its pretty straightforward. most people have no major issues with the process
Thank you! This thread has been super helpful. I feel much more confident about tackling the application now.
Feel free to come back and ask questions if you run into any issues during the process. This community is pretty good about helping each other out.
One last thing - if you're eligible for benefits, your weekly benefit amount will be based on your earnings during your base period (usually the first 4 of the last 5 completed calendar quarters). Higher earnings generally mean higher weekly benefits, up to the state maximum.
That makes sense. I was making decent money at my last job so hopefully that helps with the benefit amount.
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Has anyone had success appealing their benefit amount calculation? I think Washington ESD might have made an error with my wages but I'm not sure if it's worth the hassle to appeal.
Good to know. I'll try contacting them first to see if they can explain the calculation.
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This thread has been super helpful! I was dreading trying to figure out how much I'd get on unemployment but now I feel like I understand the system better.
Same here! Really appreciate everyone sharing their knowledge and experiences.
Happy to help! The Washington ESD system can be confusing but once you understand the basics it makes more sense.
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Bottom line - most disqualifications come from: voluntary quit without good cause, misconduct, refusing suitable work, not meeting work search requirements, not being able/available to work, or fraud. Stay honest and follow the rules and you should be fine.
This has been really helpful. At least now I know what to watch out for.
Remember that even if you're disqualified initially, circumstances can change. If you were disqualified for not being available but your situation changes, you can often reopen your claim.
That's good to know. I thought once you were disqualified that was it.
Not necessarily. The key is staying in communication with Washington ESD and reporting any changes in your circumstances.
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UNEMPLOYMENT PAY IS A JOKE! I worked for 15 years and when I finally need help, they want to give me $300 a week. How is that supposed to cover a mortgage and bills? The system is broken!
I don't even know how to appeal or who to talk to. Every time I call I get hung up on.
Just want to add that unemployment pay can be affected if you do any part-time work while collecting benefits. You have to report all earnings and they'll reduce your weekly benefit accordingly.
So I can't work at all while getting unemployment? What if I just do a few hours here and there?
You can work part-time, but you have to report it. In Washington, you can earn up to your weekly benefit amount minus $5 before they start reducing your unemployment pay.
Grant Vikers
This thread is really helpful. I'm in a similar situation and was worried about filing. Sounds like it's worth a shot regardless of the circumstances.
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Angelina Farar
•Absolutely file. You never know what Washington ESD's determination will be until you try.
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Grant Vikers
•Thanks, I'll file my claim this week.
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Rebecca Johnston
Final reminder that if you do get approved, you'll need to file weekly claims to continue receiving benefits. Don't forget that step once your claim is active.
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Jessica Nolan
•Good to know. I'll make sure to stay on top of the weekly filings if I get approved.
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