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Final update: Got my determination letter today and I'm approved! Thanks everyone for the explanations and support. The whole process took exactly 3 weeks from filing to approval.
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Congrats! This gives me hope for my own determination that's still pending.
For those still waiting on their determination, I found it helpful to check my account online regularly through the Washington ESD website. Sometimes the status updates there before you get the letter in the mail. Also, make sure you respond quickly if they request any additional documents - that can speed up the process significantly.
This is really helpful advice! I didn't know the online status could update before the letter arrives. I've been checking my mail obsessively but should probably be looking at the website more often. How quickly did they usually want additional documents when you went through this process?
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I'm dealing with this exact same issue right now - week 2 of having my WBA displayed but all claims showing $0 pending. Reading through everyone's experiences here has been both a relief and extremely concerning. It's crazy how widespread this problem seems to be! I had no idea this was "normal" for the ESD system. I've been panicking thinking I did something wrong with my application, but it sounds like this is just how broken their processing system is right now. I'm definitely going to try some of the suggestions here - checking my spam folder more carefully, looking at the Notices tab separately from the inbox, and probably using Claimyr if this drags on much longer. The financial stress of not knowing when (or if) payments will come through is really getting to me. Thank you all for sharing your stories and advice - it's so helpful to know I'm not alone in this frustrating situation!
You're definitely not alone in this! I just joined this community because I'm going through the exact same thing - week 2 of having my WBA showing but everything stuck at $0 pending. Reading through all these experiences has been eye-opening. It's both reassuring to know this is unfortunately "normal" right now, but also really concerning how broken the system seems to be. I had the same panic thinking I must have messed something up, but it's clearly a widespread ESD processing issue. The financial stress while waiting with zero communication from them is the worst part. I'm going to follow the advice here about checking spam folders and trying Claimyr if this goes on much longer. Hang in there - based on everyone's stories, it seems like most people eventually get through and receive all their back payments once the system finally processes their claim!
I'm currently experiencing this exact same issue - going on week 3 now with my WBA showing but every weekly claim stuck at $0 pending. Finding this thread has been such a relief because I was starting to think I had done something fundamentally wrong with my application! The lack of communication from ESD is honestly the most stressful part - you'd think they could at least send some kind of status update or estimated timeline. Based on everyone's advice here, I'm going to check my spam folder more thoroughly and look at the Notices tab separately. If this drags on another week or two, I'll definitely try Claimyr since so many people have had success getting through to an actual human that way. It's frustrating that we have to pay a third-party service just to get basic information about our own claims, but it sounds like it's worth it to avoid months of uncertainty. Thank you all for sharing your experiences - it really helps to know this is unfortunately "normal" right now even though the system is clearly broken!
You're absolutely right about the lack of communication being the worst part! I'm in week 4 of the same exact situation - WBA showing since the beginning but every claim stuck at $0 pending with no explanation. I was also convinced I had messed something up until I found this thread. It's both comforting and infuriating to see how many of us are dealing with this. I've been checking my spam folder and the Notices tab religiously now based on everyone's advice here. Definitely planning to try Claimyr next week if nothing changes - seems like that's the only reliable way to actually talk to someone who can see what's causing these delays. The financial stress of not knowing if or when payments will come is really taking a toll. At least we know from others' experiences that most people do eventually get approved and receive all the back payments, but this waiting game with zero communication is brutal!
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Update: I just got off the phone with someone from Senator Murray's office! They took all my information and claim details and said they're sending an official inquiry to ESD on my behalf. They mentioned they've been getting a lot of these requests lately, so it seems like more people are trying this approach. They said to expect a response within 2 weeks. Fingers crossed this actually helps!
That's promising! Please keep us updated if it works. I'm about to send my letter today. This whole situation is so frustrating - I've paid into the system for years and now that I need help, it feels impossible to get through.
This is such a brilliant approach - thank you for sharing! I've been stuck in adjudication for 63 days and honestly hadn't thought about going through federal representatives. Reading through everyone's experiences here gives me hope that there might actually be a way to break through this bureaucratic nightmare. I'm going to follow @Sophia Miller's advice and write to both Senator Murray and my state reps with very specific details about my situation. The fact that Murray's office already responded to you so quickly is encouraging! For anyone else considering this - I think the key is that we need to flood their offices with these complaints so they understand this isn't just isolated cases but a systemic crisis affecting thousands of Washington workers. When enough constituents are screaming about the same issue, politicians have to pay attention or risk losing votes. I'll definitely update this thread once I hear back from their offices. Thanks again for pioneering this strategy!
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I've been doing exactly what you're doing - DoorDash for about 2 hours daily while on unemployment. Here's what I've learned after 6 weeks: definitely keep reporting everything including tips, but don't stress too much about the income reduction. With your $915 WBA, you can earn up to about $305 without any reduction at all. Even if you go slightly over some weeks, the reduction isn't dollar-for-dollar harsh like some people make it sound. One tip that's helped me a lot: I schedule my DoorDash hours for 5-7pm specifically so it doesn't interfere with potential job interviews or look like I'm unavailable during business hours. Also, I use a simple spreadsheet to track date, hours worked, gross earnings (including tips), and take a screenshot of my weekly earnings summary from the app every Sunday. This has made my weekly claim filing super straightforward. The mental health benefit of staying busy and having some routine is honestly worth the small reduction in benefits. Just stay consistent with your reporting and you'll be fine!
This is exactly the kind of practical advice I was looking for! The 5-7pm scheduling is brilliant - I hadn't thought about how the timing could affect how ESD views my availability for interviews. I'm definitely going to start being more strategic about when I dash. Your spreadsheet system sounds like a great way to stay organized too. I've been kind of haphazardly tracking things, but having a consistent weekly routine for documentation makes a lot of sense. Thanks for mentioning the mental health aspect too - that's honestly a big part of why I started doing this. Sitting at home all day was driving me crazy, and having those couple hours of activity really helps break up the monotony of job searching.
Been lurking here for a while but finally creating an account to share my experience! I'm in almost the exact same situation as you - doing DoorDash about 2-3 hours daily while on UI. Started about a month ago and honestly wish I had started sooner after reading all these responses. The income reporting isn't as scary as it seems once you get into a routine. I use the DoorDash earnings tab to grab my weekly totals every Sunday night when I file my claim. The key thing I learned (the hard way) is to report earnings for the week you WORKED, not when DoorDash pays you. I messed that up my first week and had to call to correct it. One thing I haven't seen mentioned much here is how this actually helps with the work search requirements. Since gig work counts as one of your three weekly activities, it takes some pressure off finding other activities. Plus, staying active and earning a little extra has been great for my mental state during this whole unemployment process. Your $40-50 daily range is pretty much exactly what I'm making too. Even with the benefit reduction some weeks, I'm still coming out ahead overall and feel way more productive. Keep doing what you're doing and stay consistent with the reporting!
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Thank you everyone for all the helpful advice! I was able to get through to ESD this morning (after many attempts) and explained the situation. They were actually understanding about the confusion. I have to retroactively submit job search activities for the past weeks, but they're giving me time to do it. And I've started the proper standby request process now. Lesson learned - always verify everything in the ESD system and don't just take your employer's word for it!
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Miguel Silva
•That's great news! Glad you got it sorted out. Make sure to document everything going forward - save confirmation numbers, take screenshots, and keep records of who you spoke with. It'll make things much easier if any questions come up later.
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Darcy Moore
•So glad you were able to get it resolved! This is such a common issue - employers often think they've handled the paperwork when they haven't actually submitted it properly to ESD. Your experience is a perfect example of why it's so important to double-check your own account status rather than assuming everything was done correctly. Hopefully your standby request gets approved quickly so you won't have to keep doing the job searches while you're waiting to return to your landscaping job!
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Diego Vargas
I'm glad to see this got resolved! This is actually a really common issue that trips up a lot of people. For anyone else reading this thread - the key takeaway is that standby status has to be officially approved by ESD in their system, not just arranged between you and your employer. Even well-meaning employers sometimes think they've filed the right paperwork when they haven't. Always log into your eServices account to verify your status shows as "standby" before you stop doing job searches. And if you find yourself in a similar situation, contact ESD as soon as possible to get it straightened out - they're usually more understanding when you're proactive about fixing the issue rather than waiting for them to catch it later.
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