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i had soemthing similar happen but turned out they were sending approval letters for different WEEKS not for my overall claim if that makes sense. one approval was for week ending 1/15 and the other for week ending 1/22 but my overall eligibiilty was still in question. might want to read the fine print on those letters.
I just double-checked the letters, and they're definitely about my overall eligibility, not specific weeks. One is titled "Redetermination of Eligibility" and the other is "Notice of Adjusted Determination." Both say I meet the requirements for benefits based on my separation reason.
After your hearing (which u will probably win based on those approval letters), make sure u ask about getting interest on ur backpay. Washington state law says they have to pay interest if benefits r delayed more than 30 days after approval. Most people dont know this and ESD never volunteers this info!!!
Are you serious? I never knew about the interest thing! I waited 5 months last year and never got a penny in interest. Is there somewhere official that explains this rule?
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My neighbor works for ESD (not saying this to brag just giving context lol) and she says September is when they do a lot of quarterly reviews. Apparently they're going through and checking everyones job search logs right now so that might be it. Do you upload your job search logs or just keep track of them yourself?
I've been keeping track in a spreadsheet but haven't uploaded anything. They've never asked me to upload them. Is that what I'm supposed to be doing??
You're not required to upload job search logs unless specifically requested. However, you must maintain detailed records of your 3 job search activities per week. If ESD requests your job search logs during an audit or review, you typically have 7 days to provide them. This could potentially be the reason for your adjudication status, especially if they sent a request that you missed or didn't receive due to a technical issue.
Just checking in - any updates on your situation? Were you able to reach ESD?
Finally got through yesterday! Turns out it was a random quarterly review - they're verifying my job search activities. The agent sent me a secure message with a link to upload my job search logs for the past 8 weeks. She said once I upload those, it should only take 7-10 days to review (much better than the 3-6 weeks I was worried about). Thanks everyone for your help and advice!
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wait i'm confused... so if u start a job but dont get paid for 2 weeks, how r u supposed to pay bills? seems like the system is designed to make ppl fail tbh
EXACTLY!!! The system is 100% rigged! They cut you off the second you start working even though employers can take their sweet time paying you. It's like they WANT people to be desperate and homeless!
Just to follow up on what everyone's saying - you definitely report based on when you work, not when you get paid. However, if you're worried about making ends meet, see if your new employer offers direct deposit. Many employers with two-week pay periods will still process your first week's pay sooner if you have direct deposit set up. Worth asking your HR department about this option.
Thanks for the tip. I'll definitely ask about direct deposit when I go in on Monday and see if that speeds things up at all.
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Mateo Gonzalez
To answer your question about cross-examination - yes, I did have to question my former employer. The judge will explain how it works at the start of the hearing. You'll each get to make opening statements, present your evidence, and then ask questions of each other. When it was my turn to question my employer, I focused on getting them to admit facts that supported my case rather than trying to catch them in lies. Simple questions like "Is it correct that on [date] you changed my schedule without notice?" or "Do you agree that the company policy states [X]?" worked well. Stick to facts rather than emotions. And if they say something untrue, don't interrupt - write it down and address it when it's your turn to speak again.
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Nia Harris
•That approach makes a lot of sense. I'm going to write down some potential questions based on this strategy. Really appreciate the specific examples - makes it feel less intimidating somehow.
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Jamal Thompson
I'm going through something similar right now! Have you received the official hearing packet yet? Mine came about 10 days before the hearing date and included all the evidence ESD and my employer submitted. Going through that packet was super helpful because I could see exactly what they were claiming and prepare my responses. If you haven't gotten it yet, keep checking your mail carefully!
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Nia Harris
•I just got a notice with the date and time but nothing else yet. Good to know I should be getting more information soon! I'll keep an eye out for it. Did your packet come by regular mail or was it sent electronically?
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