My son had almost the same thing happen last month. His training hours were super unpredictable too. The most important thing is being consistent with how you report. Pick either when you work the hours OR when you get paid, and stick with it. ESD doesn't really care which method you use as long as you're consistent about it.

I filed my claim yesterday and followed everyone's advice. I reported that I'm working, listed all 13 hours, calculated my gross earnings, and I made sure to complete my job search activities too. The system calculated a partial benefit amount just like you all predicted! I'm keeping detailed notes of all my training hours too. My schedule for this week is still pretty limited (just Thursday and Friday), but they said after that I should finally get a regular schedule. Thanks again for all your help!

Just a heads-up - make sure you get ANY payment arrangement in writing! I had a verbal agreement with an ESD rep for a $50/week plan, but it never got properly entered into their system. Three weeks later they went back to taking the full amount. When I called again, they had no record of my previous arrangement. Always ask them to email you confirmation of any payment plan they set up.

Update on your waiver situation: ESD has been severely backlogged on processing waivers since 2023. If you submitted yours over a year ago, you should submit a new one with current financial information. The process should take 60-90 days, but as you've experienced, it often takes much longer. In the meantime, definitely pursue that payment plan. When you call, be prepared with: 1. Your current income from all sources 2. Your essential monthly expenses (rent/mortgage, utilities, food, medical, etc.) 3. The minimum amount you can reasonably pay each week Based on this information, they'll determine what's manageable for your situation. They can implement the payment plan immediately, even retroactively in some cases.

I think im in almost the same boat!!! My benefit year ends Dec 27th and I still have like 4 weeks left of benefits but won't be able to use them all by then. So we just lose those weeks? That seems so unfair! Has anyone had luck getting an extension or something?

Thanks everyone for the helpful information! Just to make sure I understand correctly - I'll continue filing my weekly claims until December 31, then I'll need to file a completely new application. The wages from my job I had this summer will count toward my new claim potentially. I'll definitely start preparing all my employment information now so I'm ready. And I'll set aside some emergency funds in case there's a gap in payments during the new claim processing. Really appreciate all the insights!

anyone know if the 4 week thing applies when they cant contact YOU?? my phone has been acting up and im worried i missed calls from esd

Update: Good news everyone! One of the payments just showed up in my account this morning. It took about 72 hours from when it disappeared from adjudication to when the money arrived. The ESD website still doesn't show it as paid in the system yet, so definitely check your bank accounts like someone suggested! Still have two weeks in adjudication, but progress is progress. Thanks for all the helpful advice!

Quick update on this topic based on recent changes: As of 2025, ESD is required to pause garnishments once they receive proof of both payment AND appeal filing. The key is getting that proof to the right department. Use the secure message portal and specifically state "REQUEST TO PAUSE GARNISHMENT PENDING APPEAL" in the subject line. Reference both your payment confirmation and appeal number in the message. This new process was implemented after a class action lawsuit last year forced ESD to improve their procedures.

hey just wondering did it work? did they garnish u again or did u get them to stop it?