hows your financial situation while waiting? have u contacted DSHS? when i was waiting for my UI i got emergency assistance thru them, might be worth checking out

Has there been any update on your case? I'm curious if the adjudicator has reached out yet.

THE WHOLE SYSTEM IS DESIGNED TO CONFUSE YOU ON PURPOSE!!! They make it impossible to understand so you miss deadlines and they don't have to pay you. I had 5 different issues on my claim last year and every ESD person told me something different. They're trained to give you the runaround.

Update: I finally got through to ESD this morning after trying for hours! The agent explained that the system glitched because I had multiple issues being processed at once. The disqualification was for a job separation issue, but I can't see the appeal option because the decision letter was just sent yesterday and hasn't updated in the system yet. The other adjudications are for separate weeks where I had reported some part-time hours. She said to watch my mail for the determination letter, which will have appeal instructions. Thanks everyone for the help and suggestions!

Just to follow up on your question about multiple appeals - I checked with a colleague who specializes in OAH processes. When you have two separate appeals, OAH will typically process them based on filing date. However, if they're related issues (like a disqualification and subsequent overpayment), they may consolidate them into a single hearing. One thing that might help speed up the process: if your appeal involves financial hardship (which it sounds like it does), you can request an expedited hearing. This isn't guaranteed, but sometimes helps. Call OAH directly and explain your financial situation - they may be able to prioritize your case.

Once your hearing is finally scheduled, make sure you're fully prepared. The judge will give each side time to present their case. Have all your documentation organized chronologically and be ready to clearly explain your side. If your employer shows up (they often don't), don't interrupt them even if they say things you disagree with - you'll get your chance to respond. And stick to the facts related to your separation/eligibility issues rather than getting emotional or going off on tangents about unrelated workplace problems.

why is esd so impossibly bad at everything????? ive been on unemployment 3 times and every single time theres some kind of stupid system problem that takes weeks to fix. its like they WANT us to make mistakes so they can deny benefits. absolutely maddening.

I wanted to follow up on this thread. OP, if you get through to ESD, make sure to ask them specifically about a "BYE date adjustment" - using that exact terminology. The claims specialists know this procedure, but some of the frontline agents may not. Also, just to clarify something important: when you file for those weeks before you were laid off, be 100% honest about your work status. Don't try to game the system by reporting you weren't working if you were. That could lead to an overpayment determination or worse, fraud allegations. Lastly, document everything. Keep track of all communications, including dates and times of calls, names of representatives you speak with, and confirmation numbers for any changes made. This will be invaluable if there are issues later.

when i got unemploymnet in 2018 i didnt have taxes taken out and wow did i regret it at tax time lol. ur doing it the smart way trust me

One more thing to be aware of - sometimes ESD will adjust your claim amount slightly based on other factors. For example, if you had any part-time earnings during a week, or if there was an offset for something like child support. The adjustment might not be taxes in those cases. But since you mentioned this is your first payment and the difference is almost exactly 10%, tax withholding is definitely what you're seeing.