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I'm seeing a lot of good advice here but also some confusion. The bottom line is that each situation is unique and you really need to talk to Washington ESD directly about your specific circumstances.
I think you're right. I need to stop trying to figure this out on my own and get official guidance.
That's where Claimyr could help you get through to someone at Washington ESD who can give you specific guidance about your situation.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful information. I think I have a better understanding now that I need to be very careful about the timing and requirements of both programs. I'll contact Washington ESD directly before making any decisions about applying for disability.
Feel free to reach out if you need help understanding any of the information they give you. These rules can be complex.
I really appreciate everyone's input. This has been incredibly helpful in understanding what I need to do next.
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One more thing about work search - keep detailed records of every job you apply to. Washington ESD can audit your work search activities and if you can't prove you did the required searches, you could lose benefits or have to pay them back.
What kind of records do they want to see?
Company name, position applied for, date, method of application, and contact information. I keep a spreadsheet with all this info.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful info! I feel much more confident about applying now. Sounds like I should definitely qualify based on my work history and the circumstances of my layoff.
Good luck with your application! The process can be intimidating at first but once you get into the routine of weekly claims it becomes pretty straightforward.
And remember, if you run into any issues getting through to Washington ESD for questions, Claimyr is there as an option. Better to get your questions answered than to stress about it.
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update: just got word that my claim was approved! took about 3 weeks for the adjudication but having all that documentation really helped. to anyone in similar situation - dont give up and keep records of everything
That's awesome! Congratulations and thanks for the update. Really encouraging to hear a success story.
Great news! Thanks for sharing your outcome. It helps others see that the system does work when you have legitimate good cause and proper documentation.
Final thought for the OP - even if you're not 100% sure your situation qualifies as good cause, it's worth applying anyway. The worst they can say is no, and then you can decide whether to appeal. Don't talk yourself out of benefits you might be entitled to.
You're absolutely right. I think I was overthinking it. Better to apply and see what happens than assume I don't qualify. Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice!
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Your situation sounds very similar to mine from a few months ago. Performance termination without misconduct usually results in approved claims. Just be prepared for the possibility of a phone interview if they need more details.
What kind of questions do they ask in phone interviews? I want to be prepared.
They'll ask about the circumstances of your termination, what efforts you made to improve performance, and whether you violated any company policies.
Good luck with your claim! The majority of people who are fired for performance issues do get approved for benefits. Just stay persistent and don't give up if there are initial complications.
Thank you! This thread has been really helpful. I feel much more confident about filing now.
That's what this community is for! Hope everything works out smoothly for you.
Diego Vargas
The voluntary quit rules are tricky too. Even if you had a good reason to quit, you need to make sure it meets Washington's definition of 'good cause' or you'll be disqualified.
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Connor O'Neill
•I was laid off so that shouldn't apply to me, but what counts as good cause?
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Diego Vargas
•Things like workplace harassment, unsafe conditions, significant changes to your job, or domestic violence situations. But you usually need to prove you tried to resolve the issue first.
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NeonNinja
My advice is to read the Washington ESD handbook thoroughly and when in doubt, call and ask. Better to get clarification upfront than deal with disqualification later. If you can't get through on the phone, that Claimyr service people mentioned might help you reach someone.
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Connor O'Neill
•Thanks everyone! This has been really helpful. I feel much more confident about filing my claim now.
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NeonNinja
•Good luck! Just remember to stay honest, document everything, and don't be afraid to ask questions if you're unsure about anything.
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