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Hey everyone! Just wanted to update after talking to my adjudicator directly. She confirmed that yes, my employer will see most documents I submit, but she also said I can request certain sensitive items be marked for "adjudicator review only" if they contain personal information beyond what's needed for the claim decision. I ended up submitting everything including the texts since they directly relate to why I left. The adjudicator actually thanked me for being thorough with my evidence. Still waiting on the decision, but feeling better about the process now. Thanks for all the advice!
Thanks for coming back to update us. That's valuable information about the "adjudicator review only" option. Good luck with your claim! Based on what you've described, it sounds like you have solid documentation to support your case. Please let us know how it turns out if you don't mind sharing.
Wait, I'm confused - are you the same person as William Schwarz who originally posted this question? Your username shows as Zoey Bianchi but you're saying "my adjudicator" and "I ended up submitting everything" like you're the OP. Just want to make sure I understand who's giving this update! Either way, thanks for sharing the info about the "adjudicator review only" option. That seems like a good middle ground for sensitive documents that are relevant to the case but might cause problems if shared with the employer.
Good catch! I noticed that too - the username definitely switched from William Schwarz (the original poster) to Zoey Bianchi for that update. Maybe it's a different person who had a similar situation? Or possibly someone using a shared account? Either way, the information about the "adjudicator review only" option sounds helpful if it's accurate. Would be good to get confirmation from the actual OP about their situation.
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Update? Were you able to reach someone at ESD? If your claim is related to a construction management layoff, they might also be verifying your work hours across multiple projects. Construction claims can be more complex because they often review multiple employers during the base year.
Yes! I used that Claimyr service and got through to ESD yesterday. You were right - my employer disputed the claim saying I was terminated for performance rather than laid off as part of the division closure. I've submitted emails proving the entire division was eliminated and 23 people were let go simultaneously. The agent escalated my case and said it should be resolved within 7-10 business days. Thank you everyone for the help!
That's fantastic news! I'm so glad you were able to get through and get some answers. It's really frustrating that employers sometimes try to contest legitimate layoffs, but it sounds like you have solid documentation to prove your case. Hopefully this gets resolved quickly and you can finally get those weeks of benefits you've been waiting for. Thanks for updating us - it gives hope to others dealing with similar issues!
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btw another option nobody mentioned is deferring student loans while ur unemployed. helped me survive the gap between benefits. just saying
That's a great point - I do have some student loans I could look into deferring. Every little bit helps during this transition. Thanks for the suggestion!
As someone who just went through the TB application process successfully (started in January 2025), I want to emphasize how important it is to get started IMMEDIATELY even with just one week left. Here's what saved me: 1. I applied online through eServices the same day I realized I was cutting it close 2. Called WorkSource first thing Monday morning - they were much easier to reach than ESD and helped me gather the labor market data I needed 3. Got a letter from my chosen training program (community college IT program) confirming enrollment dates and program details 4. Submitted everything within 3 days The key thing that worked in my favor was demonstrating "good cause" for the late application - I explained that I was unaware of the deadline requirement and had been actively job searching until I realized additional training was necessary. Even if your regular benefits end, DON'T PANIC. Keep filing your weekly claims and get that application submitted. The worst they can say is no, but if you don't try, you definitely won't get approved. IT Security is definitely considered in-demand, especially with all the cybersecurity issues lately. One last tip: when you call ESD (or use Claimyr), specifically ask to be transferred to the "Training Benefits unit" rather than general customer service. They're more knowledgeable about the specific requirements and deadlines.
This is incredibly helpful - thank you for sharing your recent experience! It gives me hope that it's not too late even with just a week left. I'm going to start my application tonight and call WorkSource first thing Monday morning like you suggested. The tip about asking for the "Training Benefits unit" specifically is gold - I never would have thought to do that. Did you have any gap in payments between when your regular UI ended and when TB kicked in? I'm trying to plan financially for that possibility.
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Update for anyone still following - I finally got through to Washington ESD and confirmed that I have been paying voluntary contributions through my business. Going to start the application process this week.
Awesome! Make sure you have all your documentation organized before you start the online application. It makes the process much smoother.
Thanks for the update! This gives me hope that I might qualify too. Good luck with your application process.
Just wanted to add that if you're self-employed and considering applying, make sure you understand the base period requirements. Washington ESD looks at your earnings from 5 quarters ago, not your most recent income. So even if your business just failed recently, they'll be calculating benefits based on what you earned over a year ago. This caught me off guard when I applied - I thought they'd use my recent high-earning quarters, but the system doesn't work that way. It's worth checking what your base period earnings look like before you invest time in the application process.
That's a really important point about the base period! I hadn't realized they look that far back. My business was doing really well 5 quarters ago but tanked this year, so that might actually work in my favor for benefit calculations. Do you know if there's any way to use more recent quarters if your older earnings were lower?
There is an alternate base period option in some cases! If you don't qualify using the standard base period, Washington ESD can sometimes use your most recent four completed quarters instead. But you have to specifically request this and show that you wouldn't be eligible otherwise. It's worth asking about when you apply - I wish I had known about this option when I went through the process. The alternate base period saved my application because my early business earnings were practically zero.
Natasha Volkov
did u check ur eservices account? sometimes the decision shows up there before u get the mail. just login and look under 'letters' or 'decisions' tab
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Zainab Ali
•I've been checking eServices constantly! Nothing there yet, but it's only been 2 days since the hearing. I'll keep refreshing it though, thanks for the tip!
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Hailey O'Leary
I went through a similar situation about 6 months ago! My employer also didn't show up to the OAH hearing, and I was so nervous testifying alone. The good news is I won my case and got about 9 weeks of back pay. From what I learned during my experience, employers often don't show when they realize their documentation isn't strong enough to defend their position. The fact that you brought performance reviews and had approved medical leave documentation sounds really promising. One tip - keep checking your eServices account daily, but also watch your mail carefully. My decision letter actually arrived a day before it showed up online. The waiting is absolutely brutal, but it sounds like you prepared well and presented your case thoroughly. Fingers crossed for you!
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Carmen Vega
•Thank you so much for sharing your experience! It's really reassuring to hear from someone who went through the exact same thing. 9 weeks of back pay must have been such a relief! I'm definitely going to keep checking both eServices and my mailbox obsessively. The waiting really is the worst part - I keep second-guessing everything I said during the hearing. But hearing success stories like yours gives me hope that maybe things will work out.
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