UPDATE: The TAB key method worked! I was able to finally get past the Read and Certify screen by using Tab to highlight the button and then pressing Enter. Submitted my claim successfully. Thank you all for your help! For anyone else having this issue, definitely try the keyboard navigation instead of mouse clicking.

I had a similiar problem but it was actually cuz I was answering one of the questions wrong. The system doesnt tell you which question is wrong it just gets stuck. For me it was the question about being able/available for work - I said no because I had a doctors appointment one day but apparently thats not what they mean by that question. Once I changed my answer it went through fine. Maybe double check your answers?

BTW i fogot to mention... make absolutely SURE you call in 5-10 minutes early for your hearing!!! My judge was super strict about timing and actually noted in the record that I was "punctual" which I think helped my case lol. Also don't interrupt the judge EVER even if they say something wrong just wait your turn to speak!!!

One more tip - if the judge rules in your favor during the hearing, ask them specifically when you can expect the decision to be finalized and sent to ESD. Then mark your calendar for about 2 weeks after that date, and if you haven't seen movement on your claim by then, that's when you should contact ESD directly. Often the decision gets made but sits in someone's queue at ESD for processing.

After it shows paid, the standard processing time is 24-72 hours, excluding weekends and holidays. I've been through this a few times during seasonal layoffs. First payment after approval sometimes takes a bit longer because they're processing multiple weeks at once. I suggest checking your bank account tomorrow morning - many banks post ACH transfers overnight. Also, make sure you continue filing your weekly claims while waiting for this payment to process.

update?? did u get ur $$ yet??

One more important thing - when ESD tries to verify your employment and can't reach your employer, they'll likely check their wage records from employer tax filings. If the business wasn't properly reporting wages or paying unemployment insurance taxes, you might face additional challenges. In that case, you would need to provide as much personal documentation as possible to prove your employment history and wages. If your claim goes into adjudication for this reason, you'll want to prepare a detailed employment history with: 1. Dates of employment 2. Job title and duties 3. Pay rate and schedule 4. Names of supervisors and coworkers 5. Any performance reviews or other documentation This helps ESD verify that you were legitimately employed there even if the employer's records are incomplete.

Just wanted to check in - were you able to submit your claim with the documentation you have? Remember that you can always amend your claim later if you manage to get additional information. The important thing is to get something submitted ASAP so your claim date is established.

when i had this happen to me last month i was freaking out too but then it just suddenly showed approved in my account one morning!! no email or anything just check ur account everyday

UPDATE: Got through to ESD this morning! Used that Claimyr service I mentioned earlier and only had to wait about 20 minutes before speaking to someone. The agent confirmed they received my separation information and said my claim should be processed within 7-10 business days. She also suggested that I check my correspondence tab daily since that's where the decision will first appear. Feeling much better now having an actual timeframe! For anyone else stuck in adjudication limbo, I seriously recommend finding a way to speak directly with an agent rather than just waiting. Makes a huge difference to have actual information.