When will I receive my Washington ESD unemployment benefits after filing?

Thanks! So I need to wait for the determination letter before I can even file weekly claims?

Exactly. You can't file weekly claims until your monetary determination is complete and you're approved.

Oh no, what caused the adjudication? I'm hoping mine doesn't get held up like that.

something about my previous employer not responding to their request for information. was a nightmare trying to get anyone at Washington ESD on the phone to explain what was happening

Interesting, how does that work exactly? Do they just call for you?

They handle the calling process and connect you directly with an agent when one becomes available. Much better than sitting on hold trying to get through yourself.

sounds too good to be true but honestly anything is better than the current system

That's discouraging to hear. I was hoping it would be more straightforward since I was clearly laid off through no fault of my own.

Don't let the negativity get to you. Many claims do process normally within the expected timeframe. The horror stories get more attention than the routine approvals.

Exactly! The uncertainty makes everything worse. Hope yours goes through quickly.

Good point. Do I need to register with WorkSource Washington for that?

Yes, you'll need to register with WorkSourceWA and maintain an active job search profile. It's one of the ongoing requirements.

wait, is it 3 job contacts per week? I thought it was more than that

It's 3 per week for most people, but can be higher in certain circumstances or if you're in a specific program.

That's exactly why services like Claimyr are so valuable. They eliminate all that wasted time trying to get through.

wish i had known about that when i was going through my ordeal

That's pretty common. Employers have 10 days to respond to separation requests. If they don't respond, Washington ESD will usually proceed with the information they have.

And this is exactly how they delay claims unnecessarily. Your employer probably won't respond and you'll wait the full 10 days for nothing.

So does this mean another 10 days on top of the 2-3 weeks processing time?

It can add to the timeline, yes. But once they get the employer response or the deadline passes, your claim should move forward.

At least I'm not alone in this. The waiting is the worst part.

Good to know! How do you know when to file the first weekly claim?

You'll get instructions with your determination letter. Usually you can start filing weekly claims right after you're approved.

That makes sense. I filed on a Tuesday so I guess that first week would be partial.

I might have to look into that if this employer response thing drags on much longer.

How much does something like that cost though?

It's worth checking out their site for current info. For me the value was definitely there given how much time it saved.

It does seem like there should be a faster way to handle clear-cut layoffs.

The process exists to prevent fraud and ensure accurate benefit payments. While it can be frustrating, it serves an important purpose.

Thanks for the reminder. I've been applying to jobs but haven't been keeping detailed records yet.

Great news! Make sure to file that first weekly claim on time. You should see your first payment within a few days after filing.

Awesome, gives me hope for mine! How long did the whole process end up taking?

About 3 weeks total from initial filing to approval. Not too bad considering the employer delay.

congrats! hoping mine moves along soon too

Good point about taxes. I'll probably have them withheld to avoid a big bill later.

I'll definitely keep that in mind if any issues come up with my weekly claims. Thanks for all the help everyone!

Hope yours goes smoothly too. The waiting is definitely the hardest part but it does eventually work out.

Definitely will do. Thanks for all the guidance throughout this process!

Fingers crossed for everyone still waiting. Hang in there!