Really glad you were able to get through to ESD and find out what your employer actually said! It's unfortunately very common for employers to tell terminated employees they won't contest the claim, then turn around and provide reasons that could potentially disqualify you. At least now you know exactly what you're up against. The fact that they claimed "failure to meet performance expectations" but provided zero documentation is actually a good sign for your case. ESD typically needs to see a clear pattern of documented poor performance and warnings for that to constitute misconduct. One unsigned probation notice from January with positive interactions since then doesn't meet that bar. 4-6 weeks is still a long time to wait when bills are piling up, but it sounds like you're in a strong position for approval. Make sure you keep filing those weekly claims - you can't get back pay for weeks you didn't file even if you're eventually approved. Hang in there! The waiting is the worst part, but it sounds like you've done everything right.

I'm going through something very similar right now! Got terminated 3 weeks ago with minimal explanation and my claim has been in adjudication ever since. It's such a relief to read your update about finding out what your employer actually told ESD - I had no idea you could do that. My former employer also told me they "wouldn't fight it" but now I'm wondering what they're actually saying behind the scenes. Definitely going to try that Claimyr service to get through and find out. The not knowing is almost worse than the waiting. Thanks for sharing your experience - it's given me hope that I can at least get some answers about what I'm dealing with. The whole process feels so opaque when you're going through it alone.

Final answer: unless your former employer specifically told you about a supplemental unemployment benefit program during your employment, you probably don't have access to one. Focus on your regular Washington ESD benefits and don't worry about missing out on something that likely doesn't exist for your situation.

Just wanted to add that if you're still curious about whether your former employer had any supplemental programs, you could check your old employee handbook or benefits documentation. Companies that offer these programs usually include them in their official benefits materials. But honestly, based on everything discussed here, it sounds like you're getting all the benefits you're entitled to through Washington ESD's regular unemployment program.

Remember that even with training benefits, you usually have to maintain satisfactory progress in your program and might have to pay back benefits if you don't complete it. Just something to keep in mind.

I went through a similar situation a few years ago when I wanted to transition into healthcare. What saved me was finding out about the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funding through my local American Job Center. It's different from regular unemployment but can provide financial support while you're in approved training programs. The key is that nursing is often considered a high-demand occupation, so you might have better luck with WIOA than trying to get unemployment after quitting. I'd suggest visiting your local WorkSource office in person - they can walk you through all the different funding options available and help you apply before you leave your current job. Don't give up on your nursing dreams!

I'm in week 3 of adjudication hell and this thread is both reassuring and terrifying! Mine got flagged because I'm taking a weekend photography workshop (literally just Saturdays 10am-2pm for 6 weeks). The fact that something so minimal can trigger weeks of review is insane. What's really frustrating is the complete lack of transparency. At least when you're waiting for a medical appointment you get an estimated timeframe, but ESD just says "additional processing time needed" which could mean anything from 2 days to 2 months apparently. I've been following everyone's advice here - continuing weekly claims, uploaded my workshop schedule showing it's only weekends, and checking eServices obsessively. Seriously considering Claimyr at this point since the success stories here make it sound like the only way to actually reach a human. The regular phone line is completely useless - I've tried calling probably 50+ times and either get busy signals or sit on hold for hours before getting disconnected. Thanks to everyone sharing their experiences and timelines. It helps to know others have made it through this process, even if the wait times are all over the place!

I'm going through this exact same nightmare right now - day 8 of adjudication for answering yes to the school question about my online coding bootcamp that's only evenings and weekends. Reading through everyone's experiences here is both helpful and anxiety-inducing! The range of wait times from 10 days to 3+ months is absolutely wild. What really gets me is how they flag something like evening classes that clearly don't interfere with normal work hours, then leave you in limbo for weeks without any real communication. I've been doing everything mentioned here - filing weekly claims religiously, uploaded my class schedule showing it's only 6-9pm Mon/Wed, checking eServices daily for updates. The Claimyr success stories are really tempting me at this point. I've tried calling ESD directly probably 30+ times and either get busy signals or sit on hold for 2+ hours before getting disconnected. If it's really just $20-30 to actually reach a human who can look at your case, that seems worth it when you're potentially facing weeks more of uncertainty. Thanks everyone for sharing your timelines and what worked - it helps so much to hear real experiences instead of just the vague "additional processing time" message from ESD!

Make sure you call in EARLY for your hearing!!!! I was literally 2 minutes late calling in and the judge marked me as a no-show. Had to appeal AGAIN and wait another month. The system is totally against us.

I went through this exact same process about 6 months ago and won my appeal! A few additional tips that really helped me: 1. Have water nearby - phone hearings can be long and your mouth gets dry 2. Find a quiet space where you won't be interrupted (I used my car in a parking lot) 3. Test your phone connection beforehand - bad reception can hurt your case 4. Write down the main points you want to make and check them off as you cover them The fact that you have documented communication with your boss about each incident is HUGE in your favor. Most people don't have that evidence. You're actually in a really strong position here. One more thing - if your former manager tries to say you were chronically late or had other issues, stick to the facts about just these three documented incidents. Don't let them expand the scope beyond what you were actually fired for. You've got this! The preparation you're doing shows you're taking it seriously, which the judge will notice.