Coronavirus (COVID-19)
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COVID-19 and Child Support in Washington State
If you're having trouble paying child support because you lost your job due to the pandemic, read this. #3283EN
Facing eviction? Find legal help and rent assistance
Find out about rent assistance and other help for tenants in Washington State. #6311EN
Parenting Plans, Visitation & COVID-19 in Washington State
Common questions and answers about visitation and parenting plans during the pandemic. #3280EN
Unemployment Benefits - Free Legal Help
Were you denied unemployment benefits? Have you tried to appeal? Find out how to get free legal help.
Coronavirus (COVID-19): Rules for Nursing Homes
Questions and answers about how COVID-19 has affected nursing home and long-term care facilities in Washington state. #5204EN
Coronavirus (COVID-19): Can my landlord evict me now?
The latest information about evictions in Washington state and rent repayment plans. #6308EN
Coronavirus (COVID-19): I still cannot afford to pay my utilities because of COVID-19. Can they be shut off?
Read this if you are having trouble paying your utility bills during the COVID-19 pandemic. #0710EN
Coronavirus (COVID-19): The person who harmed you might be released from prison
How to find out if the person who hurt you will be released from prison early due to COVID-19. #3712EN
Coronavirus (COVID-19): You can get a free credit report every week until April 2022
You can now get a free credit report every week through April 2022. Find out why this is a good idea and how to interpret your credit report. #0412EN.
COVID-19 caused my child to lose special education services. Can we make those services up?
Tips for trying to get back special education services your child was entitled to but didn't get because of the COVID-19 pandemic. #1302EN
COVID-19: Unemployment Benefits Webinar for Native American and Alaskan Natives
Northwest Justice Project and Unemployment Law Project attorneys talk about unemployment benefits during COVID-19 for Native Americans and Alaskan Natives.
Domestic Violence: Can the Legal System Help Protect Me?
Learn the definition of domestic violence, how you can protect yourself and your family by getting a protection order or restraining order, and where to get help. #3700EN
Food Stamps: ABAWD time limit and work requirements
Read this if you receive food stamps (Basic Food benefits) and you are an Able-Bodied Adult Without Dependents (ABAWD). #7305EN
Free Employment Benefits Guidance for Native American and Alaskan Natives
Northwest Justice Project's Native American Unit now has an Employment Benefits Navigator available who offers advice and brief services for COVID-19 related employment issues to eligible Native American and Alaskan Natives who cannot afford a lawyer in Washington State.
Get financial help to bury or cremate someone who died from COVID-19
If your loved one died from COVID-19 after January 20, 2020, you can get financial help called COVID-19 Funeral Assistance. #9901EN
Have you been laid off or have your hours been reduced due to COVID-19?
You may be eligible for expanded unemployment benefits through the Washington State Employment Security Department (ESD). #7610EN
Help with Unemployment Benefits - WSBA Moderate Means Program
You may be eligible to connect with a legal professional for reduced-fee legal help through the WSBA Moderate Means Program.
Questions and Answers: The New Expanded Child Tax Credit (CTC)
Learn who can get this and how it works. #2400EN
Should I file a domestic violence protection order (DVPO)?
If you are being hurt, threatened or stalked, try to talk with a domestic violence program. The National Domestic Violence Hotline is 1-800-799-SAFE. This explains things to think about before filing a DVPO. #3703EN
Tenant Talks: Know Your Rights for Renters
Learn more about new laws and current protections for renters.
Unemployment Benefits
Learn about unemployment benefits and fill out an online application.
VA Extends Financial, Benefits and Claims Relief to Veterans During COVID-19
Learn what the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is doing to provide Veterans financial, benefits, and claims help as part of its COVID-19 response.
Video Series - Special Education and the Pandemic
This is a video series about how the pandemic has affected in-person instruction, special education recovery services, and compensation.
Worker Rights & COVID-19: What you should know
Workers in Washington state – regardless of immigration status − have the right to a safe workplace. As a worker, you may be able to get help from the government if you are unable to work because you have contracted COVID-19, were exposed or worried you may have been exposed to the coronavirus, or you feel unsafe at work. #2508EN
Facing eviction? Find legal help and rent assistance
Find out about rent assistance and other help for tenants in Washington State. #6311EN
If you are a renter who has or might have Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Find out what rights you might have around being able to stay in your rental if you have or have been exposed to COVID-19. #6339EN
Coronavirus (COVID-19): Can my landlord evict me now?
The latest information about evictions in Washington state and rent repayment plans. #6308EN
Tenant Talks: Know Your Rights for Renters
Learn more about new laws and current protections for renters.
Get financial help to bury or cremate someone who died from COVID-19
If your loved one died from COVID-19 after January 20, 2020, you can get financial help called COVID-19 Funeral Assistance. #9901EN
Coronavirus (COVID-19): Telephonic Hearings in Spokane County
If you live in Spokane County, read this to learn what telephonic hearings in Superior Court are like. #9962EN
Have you been laid off or have your hours been reduced due to COVID-19?
You may be eligible for expanded unemployment benefits through the Washington State Employment Security Department (ESD). #7610EN
Paid Family and Medical Leave and COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
Frequently asked questions about Paid Family Leave and COVID-19.
What do I do if I receive an overpayment notice from the Employment Security Department?
If you received a notice from the Employment Security Department saying that you were overpaid unemployment benefits and have to pay them back, read this. #7608EN
Worker Rights & COVID-19: What you should know
Workers in Washington state – regardless of immigration status − have the right to a safe workplace. As a worker, you may be able to get help from the government if you are unable to work because you have contracted COVID-19, were exposed or worried you may have been exposed to the coronavirus, or you feel unsafe at work. #2508EN
COVID-19 and Child Support in Washington State
If you're having trouble paying child support because you lost your job due to the pandemic, read this. #3283EN
Parenting Plans, Visitation & COVID-19 in Washington State
Common questions and answers about visitation and parenting plans during the pandemic. #3280EN
Coronavirus (COVID-19): The person who harmed you might be released from prison
How to find out if the person who hurt you will be released from prison early due to COVID-19. #3712EN
Immigrants and Coronavirus (COVID-19): You Can Get Care Without Fear
Under the law, everyone is eligible for testing and treatment of communicable diseases, including coronavirus. This includes people without legal immigration status. #8119EN
Coronavirus (COVID-19): I still cannot afford to pay my utilities because of COVID-19. Can they be shut off?
Read this if you are having trouble paying your utility bills during the COVID-19 pandemic. #0710EN
COVID-19 (Coronavirus): If you have a Mortgage on your Home
Read this if the pandemic affects your ability to pay your mortgage. #6714EN
COVID-19: Unemployment Benefits Webinar for Native American and Alaskan Natives
Northwest Justice Project and Unemployment Law Project attorneys talk about unemployment benefits during COVID-19 for Native Americans and Alaskan Natives.
Free Employment Benefits Guidance for Native American and Alaskan Natives
Northwest Justice Project's Native American Unit now has an Employment Benefits Navigator available who offers advice and brief services for COVID-19 related employment issues to eligible Native American and Alaskan Natives who cannot afford a lawyer in Washington State.
Have you been laid off or have your hours been reduced due to COVID-19?
You may be eligible for expanded unemployment benefits through the Washington State Employment Security Department (ESD). #7610EN
What do I do if I receive an overpayment notice from the Employment Security Department?
If you received a notice from the Employment Security Department saying that you were overpaid unemployment benefits and have to pay them back, read this. #7608EN
Coronavirus (COVID-19): The person who harmed you might be released from prison
How to find out if the person who hurt you will be released from prison early due to COVID-19. #3712EN
Coronavirus (COVID-19): Tips for Phone and Video Hearings
How to get ready for and conduct yourself during a remote hearing (conducted over the phone or by video-conference). #9961EN
Domestic Violence: Can the Legal System Help Protect Me?
Learn the definition of domestic violence, how you can protect yourself and your family by getting a protection order or restraining order, and where to get help. #3700EN
Should I file a domestic violence protection order (DVPO)?
If you are being hurt, threatened or stalked, try to talk with a domestic violence program. The National Domestic Violence Hotline is 1-800-799-SAFE. This explains things to think about before filing a DVPO. #3703EN
COVID-19 caused my child to lose special education services. Can we make those services up?
Tips for trying to get back special education services your child was entitled to but didn't get because of the COVID-19 pandemic. #1302EN
Video Series - Special Education and the Pandemic
This is a video series about how the pandemic has affected in-person instruction, special education recovery services, and compensation.
Unemployment Benefits - Free Legal Help
Were you denied unemployment benefits? Have you tried to appeal? Find out how to get free legal help.
COVID-19: Unemployment Benefits Webinar for Native American and Alaskan Natives
Northwest Justice Project and Unemployment Law Project attorneys talk about unemployment benefits during COVID-19 for Native Americans and Alaskan Natives.
Have you been laid off or have your hours been reduced due to COVID-19?
You may be eligible for expanded unemployment benefits through the Washington State Employment Security Department (ESD). #7610EN
Help with Unemployment Benefits - WSBA Moderate Means Program
You may be eligible to connect with a legal professional for reduced-fee legal help through the WSBA Moderate Means Program.
How do I appeal the denial of my unemployment benefits to Superior Court?
If you have been denied unemployment compensation benefits, you have a right to appeal. If you have been allowed benefits, your former employer has the same right to appeal. If either you or your employer appeals, you will have a hearing with an administrative law judge. This explains how to represent yourself at the hearing. #7600EN
Immigrant Workers’ Eligibility for Unemployment Insurance
Learn more about eligibility for unemployment insurance (UI) for immigrant workers.
Unemployment Benefits
Learn about unemployment benefits and fill out an online application.
What do I do if I receive an overpayment notice from the Employment Security Department?
If you received a notice from the Employment Security Department saying that you were overpaid unemployment benefits and have to pay them back, read this. #7608EN
VA Extends Financial, Benefits and Claims Relief to Veterans During COVID-19
Learn what the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is doing to provide Veterans financial, benefits, and claims help as part of its COVID-19 response.