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That sounds like exactly what I need. I hate not knowing where I stand.
Yeah, there's something to be said for getting official answers instead of trying to piece together information from forums and websites. The peace of mind was worth it.
Bottom line - 8 months of part-time work MIGHT be enough if your earnings are distributed well across quarters and you meet the minimum thresholds. But the only way to know for sure is to either apply or talk to Washington ESD directly.
Thanks everyone for all the help! I think I'm going to try to get through to Washington ESD to get a definitive answer before I potentially lose my job.
Smart move. Good luck with everything!
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Let us know how it goes! I'm probably going to be in the same situation in a few months so your experience could help others too.
Will definitely update if I learn anything useful about extensions or other programs.
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I'm dealing with Washington ESD right now and honestly I don't care what the unemployment rate is, I just want to know when my claim will be approved! Been waiting 3 weeks for adjudication to finish.
3 weeks is frustrating but not unusual for adjudication. If you need to check on the status, that Claimyr service I mentioned earlier is really helpful for getting through to someone who can actually look at your case.
I might have to try that. I've called probably 50 times and never get through.
Thanks everyone for all the info! I think I have a better understanding now. Sounds like the unemployment rate is around 4% give or take, but it doesn't really change how I should approach filing for benefits. I'll focus on making sure I meet the requirements and keep good job search records.
That's exactly the right approach. Good luck with your claim if you decide to file!
And remember to register with WorkSource as soon as you file - that's a requirement that trips up a lot of people.
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Thanks for asking this question! I'm in the same situation and this thread has been really helpful. I feel much more confident about the payment process now.
Glad it helped! Everyone here gave such good advice. Definitely made me feel better about everything.
This is what I love about this community - people actually help each other out with this stuff.
Final advice: be patient with the first payment but stay on top of filing your weekly claims. Once the system gets going, it's pretty reliable. And don't be afraid to ask for help if you need it - there are resources available.
Thanks everyone! I feel so much more informed now. Really appreciate all the help and advice.
Glad we could help! Keep us posted on how it goes with your payments.
Kelsey Hawkins
Just want to echo what others have said - don't let the complexity discourage you from applying if you need benefits. Washington ESD is there to help people who've lost their jobs through no fault of their own.
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Nina Chan
•Thanks everyone for all the helpful information! I feel much more confident about understanding the process now.
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Ruby Knight
•Happy to help! Feel free to ask if you have any other questions about Washington ESD or unemployment benefits.
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Dylan Fisher
Last thought - if you do end up filing a claim and have any issues or questions during the process, don't hesitate to reach out for help. Whether that's calling Washington ESD directly, using a service like Claimyr to get through, or asking questions in forums like this.
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Nina Chan
•Definitely! This community has been really helpful in understanding everything.
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Mikayla Brown
•Agreed. And if you do need to contact Washington ESD directly, that Claimyr service I mentioned really does work. Worth checking out at claimyr.com if you're having trouble getting through on your own.
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