How fast can I get unemployment in Washington - need money ASAP

What kind of complications? I'm really worried about messing this up

Things like if they need to verify your employment history, if there are questions about why you were laid off, or if there's high volume causing delays. Just be honest and thorough when you file.

Did you have any problems with the website? I keep hearing it crashes

Yeah it can be slow, especially on Sundays and Mondays. Try filing early morning or late at night when fewer people are on.

What's adjudication? And is Claimyr expensive?

Adjudication is when they have to investigate something about your claim before approving it. Claimyr is worth it if you're stuck - they handle the calling for you so you don't have to sit on hold for hours.

I've never heard of Claimyr but honestly if it helps get through to Washington ESD I might try it. I've been calling for 2 weeks straight with no luck.

This is exactly what I'm afraid of. Did you ever figure out what the holdup was?

Apparently there was some issue with my previous employer reporting my termination date wrong. Took forever to sort out.

Do I need pay stubs too?

Not usually for the initial filing, but keep them handy in case Washington ESD asks for them later during the process.

Was there any difference in how you filed vs your friend?

nah we both filed online same way, think it just depends on luck

How do I file weekly claims? Is that separate from the main application?

Yes, after you file your initial claim you'll need to file weekly claims every week to report if you worked or looked for work. You do this through your eServices account.

The waiting period is back. It was waived during the pandemic but not anymore. You won't get paid for your first week.

Thanks for clarifying, I wasn't sure if that changed back or not.

Good job filing quickly! Remember to check your account regularly for any messages from Washington ESD and respond immediately if they ask for anything.

Definitely keep checking your account. And if you run into any issues reaching them by phone, remember that Claimyr option I mentioned earlier.

That gives me hope! What was your situation like when you filed?

Pretty straightforward layoff, had all my paperwork ready, and filed on a Tuesday morning. I think timing and having everything ready helped.

I'm trying to stay positive but you're probably right. I should look for other options too.

yeah maybe look into food banks and stuff while you wait, just in case

What kind of message was it? I want to make sure I don't miss anything important.

They wanted me to verify my identity and I had like 10 days to respond. I didn't see it until day 12 so I had to start over with the verification process.

That's reassuring to hear. I was reading horror stories from a few years ago.

Maybe better than 2020 but still terrible compared to what it should be. Don't get your hopes up too high.

I'll keep that in mind if I run into problems. Hopefully I won't need it but good to know the option exists.

I might look into that too. I've been trying to reach them about a different issue and getting nowhere with regular calling.

Hope yours goes through quickly! Let me know how it goes.

will do, good luck with yours too

Thanks for all the help everyone. I'll post an update once I hear something back from Washington ESD.

Please do! It helps others to know real timelines from recent experiences.