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I remember being so nervous about filing my first claim. Thought I was going to mess something up and get in trouble. But honestly the online application isn't too bad, just take your time and read everything carefully. You can always call if you have questions, though good luck getting through lol
Ha! Yeah the phone situation is ridiculous. I tried calling Washington ESD like 50 times before giving up and just figuring things out myself. Some people have better luck with that Claimyr thing but I managed without it.
I'm definitely going to try calling first but sounds like I should have a backup plan. Thanks everyone for all the help, this has been really informative!
Good luck with your claim! The whole process seems overwhelming at first but once you get approved and get into the routine of filing weekly claims, it becomes pretty automatic. Just stay on top of your job search and keep good records.
Thank you! I feel much more confident about filing now. Really appreciate everyone taking the time to explain everything.
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Another option if you can't reach Washington ESD by phone is to try that service people mentioned - Claimyr. Friend of mine used it last month when he got fired and needed to check his claim status. Said it was super easy to use.
I'm definitely going to keep that in mind if I run into issues. Thanks for mentioning it again.
No problem. Sometimes you just need to talk to an actual person to get things resolved, and their regular phone system is nearly impossible.
Bottom line - being fired doesn't automatically disqualify you from unemployment benefits in Washington. Performance issues are usually not considered misconduct. File your claim and let Washington ESD make the determination. Good luck!
Thanks everyone for all the help and encouragement. I feel much better about filing now.
You're welcome! Hope everything works out for you. The system isn't perfect but it's there to help people in situations like yours.
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This thread convinced me to finally start documenting issues at my job. Been dealing with harassment for months but never wrote anything down. Better late than never I guess!
Absolutely better late than never! Start now and be detailed - dates, times, witnesses, exactly what was said or done. Future you will thank you for being thorough.
Already started a detailed log in my personal email. Wish I'd done this sooner but at least I'm doing it now.
Thanks OP for asking this question! I learned so much from everyone's responses. Feel way more prepared to handle workplace issues knowing what my options are.
So glad this helped you too! Amazing how much knowledge this community has.
For real! Way better than trying to figure this stuff out from confusing government websites.
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this whole thread is making me realize how many hoops we have to jump through just to get benefits we're entitled to
Right? The system seems designed to discourage people from claiming benefits.
Exactly! It's like they make it as difficult as possible on purpose.
For what it's worth, once you get through the initial hurdles, the weekly routine becomes pretty straightforward. File your claim, wait a few days, payment arrives. It's just getting to that point that's frustrating.
That's reassuring. I'm hoping to get to that point soon.
You will. Just stay persistent with the weekly filing and follow up on any issues that come up.
Liam Sullivan
Final thought - if you're comparing states for unemployment benefits, look at the total package: weekly amount, duration, taxes, ease of filing, job search requirements, and local job market. Washington scores well on all these factors, which is why it consistently ranks high in national comparisons.
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Jamal Harris
•Perfect summary! I feel much better about my situation now. Going to focus on finding a good job here in Washington rather than looking elsewhere.
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Amara Okafor
•Smart decision. Use the time wisely and you'll be back on your feet soon.
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Jamal Harris
Thanks everyone for all the insights! This thread turned out to be incredibly helpful. Sounds like Washington ESD benefits are definitely competitive nationally, and when you factor in no state income tax and a good job market, it's hard to beat. I'll stick with my current claim and focus on the job search here.
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Giovanni Colombo
•And remember, if you ever need to reach Washington ESD for any reason, claimyr.com can help you get through when the phones are busy. Best of luck!
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Fatima Al-Qasimi
•Hope you find something great soon. The market is pretty good right now for most industries.
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