update: just got my payment notification! check your accounts again everyone

is there anything special we need to do for the job search requirement during these delays? i didnt submit my job contacts yet because i was waiting for the payment to process first

When i had this problem before i checked my notices section in eServices and there was actually an issue they needed info on but they never emailed me about it. Might be worth checking there too just to make sure.

Mine finally processed this morning! Filed Sunday, showed up Thursday. So you might get yours tomorrow. They seem really backed up this week for some reason.

Anyone know if the workplace injury affects the weekly benefit amount? I received less on UI than I did on L&I when I went through this last spring.

I went through something similar after my own work injury in 2024. Here's what I learned: 1. The "ineligible" status is temporary during their review process 2. Keep filing weekly claims exactly as instructed - you'll get backpay if approved 3. Make sure you're clearly indicating you're able and available for work within your medical restrictions 4. Document ALL job search activities meticulously (even beyond the required 3 per week) 5. If your claim shows "adjudication" that means they're reviewing specific issues In my case, after about 4 weeks of showing "ineligible" while I kept filing weekly claims, the status changed and I received payment for all weeks. The ESD system isn't always intuitive but follow their instructions precisely and you should be okay.

have u tried checking ur correspondence folder in esd? sometimes they send questions there that u need 2 answer before they finish adjudication but they don't email u about it

One final tip since you mentioned you're continuing to file weekly claims during adjudication (which is correct): Make absolutely sure you're answering the weekly claim questions accurately. Pay special attention to: 1. The question about being able and available for work (answer yes if you're able to accept work) 2. The work search activities (document all 3 required activities each week) 3. Any earnings questions (report accurately even if zero) Inconsistent answers during this period can trigger additional reviews and extend the adjudication process. If you uploaded your contract showing the end date as suggested above, and you're filing consistent weekly claims, you're doing everything right. The system is unfortunately slow, but you should see movement within the next 1-2 weeks based on current processing times.

u should also check ur spam folder and make sure ur contact info is updated in both the ESD system AND the OAH system. they dont sync automatically. I missed a hearing cuz my address was wrong in OAH but right in ESD. total mess.

someone told me once that if both you AND your employer miss the hearing, they're supposed to automatically reschedule instead of just deciding against you. did your letter say they ruled against you or just that you both missed it? might be worth mentioning that when you call

my cousin works at ESD and she says they have TONS of technical problems with the letter notification system. she said to always wait 48 hours before worrying about it.

Update: The letter finally appeared this afternoon (almost 14 hours after the email). It was just a routine confirmation that my weekly claim was processed, nothing urgent at all. Thanks everyone for your help and reassurance!

Since you're going on 4 weeks now, I'd recommend taking these specific steps: 1. Send a detailed message through the ESD portal explicitly asking what's causing the adjudication delay and if any information is missing 2. Try calling right when they open (7:30am) every day this week - persistence is key 3. Check if your former employer was sent a request for information (you can ask this when you get through to ESD) 4. Review your separation letter/documentation to make sure the reason for separation is clearly stated as a layoff 5. Double-check that your identity verification went through successfully (sometimes there are technical issues) Regarding your old employer reaching out - unless you received a formal job offer (with start date, compensation details, etc.) and declined it, it shouldn't affect your claim. However, if they did make a formal offer that you declined, you should report that on your next weekly claim.

One thing no one's mentioned yet - check your spam folder regularly! ESD sometimes sends important correspondence that gets filtered. Also, make sure your contact information is up-to-date in both your SAW account AND your ESD profile (they're separate systems and don't always sync properly). If you're able to reach an agent through calling (or using a service like Claimyr), ask them to specifically check if there are any "fact-finding" questionnaires assigned to your claim that you haven't received. Sometimes these get lost in the system but still hold up your claim.

i been on unemployment since december and never had adjudication so i gues im lucky? every claim iv'e done just gets aproved automatically maybe bcause i worked at the same company for 7 years?

I just wanted to thank you for posting this. I called the Governor's office this morning after reading your post (I'm on week 5 of adjudication), and they were super helpful. The person I spoke with took all my info and submitted an expedite request for me. She also explained that my specific issue was related to wage verification because I had worked in both Washington and Oregon during my base year. I've been so stressed about this, and it's the first time I've felt like I've made any progress. I'll update when I hear something. Thanks again!

One more thing about the phone system - make sure you have a pen and paper ready to write down your confirmation number at the end of the call. If the call drops or something goes wrong and you don't have that number, it's a huge hassle to prove you actually filed your claim for the week. Also, the WorkSource videos are great if you have limited transportation options or health issues that make it hard to get to in-person workshops. Just remember they reset the available videos periodically, so you can't just watch the same ones over and over across different weeks.

For anyone following this thread who's curious about job search activities beyond the videos - ESD accepts a wide range of activities including informational interviews, networking events, and creating profiles on job boards. I found it helpful to mix up my activities each week. Also, for the phone claim system: if you have any special situations like working part-time or being on standby, the phone system will ask additional questions. Just answer honestly and carefully. If you make a mistake, there's usually an option to go back and correct it before submitting.

just want to add that PFML usually pays more than unemployment (like 90% of ur wage up to a cap) so if u qualify for both its usually better $$ to go with PFML. then u can save ur unemployment weeks for later if u need them

Thanks everyone for all the helpful information! Based on your advice, I'm going to schedule an appointment with my doctor to get the proper documentation first, then make a decision. Since my condition might only need treatment for a couple months, it sounds like PFML might be the better option financially, and then I can switch back to unemployment if needed while job searching. Really appreciate all the insights!