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I'm kinda in the same situation but havent got my appeal date yet. Let us know how yours goes tomorrow if u dont mind! Good luck!
Will do! I'll update after it's over.
UPDATE: Had my hearing this morning and it went WAY better than I expected! The judge was actually really nice and just wanted to understand my situation. The whole thing took about 30 minutes. They asked when I dropped out, why I dropped out, and what jobs I've been applying for. I showed them my withdrawal email and my job search records. They said I should receive a decision within 10 days but seemed pretty positive about my case. Thanks everyone for all your advice - it really helped calm my nerves!
That's great news! Sounds like you were well-prepared. The 10-day wait for the decision is standard. In my experience, if the hearing went smoothly like yours did, it's usually a good sign. Fingers crossed for you!
thanks for the update! gives me hope for mine!
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To answer your question about specific percentages - ESD doesn't publish an exact percentage that automatically qualifies as "substantial," but based on previous cases, a 20%+ reduction is generally considered significant enough to justify refusing work, especially if you can demonstrate that it would create financial hardship. When you file your claim, you'll need to explain the situation during the application process. There's a section asking if you've refused any work, and you'll need to provide details about why the work wasn't suitable specifically because of the wage reduction. Be factual and specific - don't just say it was "unfair" but instead focus on the concrete financial impact.
Thank you for the detailed explanation. I'll make sure to focus on the concrete financial impact when I file if I end up turning down the offer.
hey just wondering did u decide what ur gonna do yet? im in a similar spot rn and trying to figure out my options too
I'm meeting with my manager tomorrow to discuss if there's any room for negotiation on the pay. If not, I'm planning to decline the position and file for unemployment based on the advice here. I'll let you know how it goes!
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One more thing - if your claim does go into adjudication (which can happen even for routine verification), don't panic. That's just their process for resolving questions about eligibility. If that happens, you'll receive a notice explaining what information they need. Just respond promptly and continue filing weekly claims during adjudication.
Update: I was able to get through to ESD this morning after a long wait. They confirmed my employer did submit the documents two days ago, but my claim is now in adjudication because I had a small part-time job (10 hours/week) while at the retail store. They said this is routine and I should receive a determination within 2-3 weeks. Thanks everyone for the advice and reassurance!
Great news that you got through! Adjudication for multiple employers is very standard, especially when one job continues while another ends. Just make sure you're reporting any ongoing part-time income in your weekly claims. Glad you got some clarity on your situation!
nice. waiting is the worst part
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Just following up - did your payment arrive yet? If not, and it's been 3+ business days, you should definitely contact ESD as there might be a hold on your payment that isn't visible in your online account.
Yes! It finally showed up this morning - took exactly 2 business days from when the status changed to paid. Seems like this is just normal processing time between ESD and ReliaCard. Thanks everyone for the reassurance and advice! I'm definitely switching to direct deposit for future payments and saving that Claimyr contact info in case I have issues getting through to ESD in the future.
Taylor To
Since you mentioned you're in tech, have you checked out WorkSource's IT/tech retraining programs? Some of them qualify for Training Benefits and they can sometimes help place you in jobs after completion. They also have workshops specifically for tech workers transitioning to adjacent fields. It's worth connecting with a WorkSource specialist - they have more detailed information about potential benefit extensions and training programs than what's publicly available on the ESD website.
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Miguel Harvey
•This is really helpful, thank you! I've avoided WorkSource because I assumed it was only for entry-level positions, but I'll definitely check out their tech retraining programs. Might be time to pivot a bit in my career if it means I can get some additional benefits while training.
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Kevin Bell
Something to consider: if your benefits will exhaust soon, you might qualify for other assistance programs while you continue your job search. Specifically: 1. SNAP benefits (food assistance) 2. Housing assistance through your county 3. Healthcare coverage through Apple Health 4. Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (if you have kids) None of these are UI extensions, but they can help bridge the gap. The DSHS website has all the application info. Don't wait until your UI is completely exhausted to apply - the approval process can take weeks.
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Felix Grigori
•And good luck navigating THAT system!! DSHS is even WORSE than ESD if you can believe it. Took me 3 months to get SNAP approved and by then I had already found a new job.
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Kevin Bell
•The process has actually improved quite a bit since 2023. Most applications can be completed entirely online now, and processing times are down to about 2-3 weeks for SNAP. Housing assistance still has long waitlists though.
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