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Javier Torres

Can I claim ESD benefits with part-time income after losing full-time job?

I've been working two jobs for about 9 months now - a full-time position (40 hrs/week) at a marketing agency and a part-time gig (15 hrs/week) at a local coffee shop. My manager just told me that our agency is doing layoffs next month and my position will likely be eliminated. I'm trying to figure out if I can file for unemployment while still keeping my barista job? The ESD website is confusing me with all the talk about 'partial benefits' and 'earnings deductions'. Anyone dealt with this situation before? Will the part-time income disqualify me completely or just reduce my benefit amount? Really stressed about making rent if I lose my main income source.

When I got laid off last year I had a similar situation with my side business. Make sure you're super clear about your availability during the application process! I almost got disqualified because they thought I wasn't available for full-time work because of my side gig. Had to appeal and everything. What a headache!

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Oh that's good to know! I'm definitely available for full-time work and the coffee shop has flexible scheduling. I'll make sure that's very clear in my application.

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dont forget to apply as soon as u get laid off!!! u cant backdate it and will lose money if u wait

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This is extremely important advice! The claim starts the week you apply, not when you lost your job. Even if you have severance or PTO being paid out, apply immediately on your first day without the full-time job.

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GalacticGuardian

ESD disqualifying me for small retirement pension - appealing decision

Hey everyone, I'm in a really frustrating situation with ESD right now. I was laid off from my warehouse job last month and filed for unemployment. But when I reported my small monthly pension ($460) from a retail job I had 12 years ago, ESD started disqualifying my weekly claims! This pension is tiny compared to what I was making at the warehouse ($3,800/month). I've had about 6 claims disqualified now and finally submitted an appeal last week. The wait is killing me since rent is coming up. Has anyone else dealt with ESD and retirement/pension pay? Did they reduce your benefits or completely disqualify you? Any insights would be super helpful while I wait for my appeal hearing date.

That's great news! Which number did you call to actually get through to someone? I've been trying the main ESD number with no luck.

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I called the main number (800-318-6022) but I started calling right when they opened at 8am. I had to try about 7 times before I got in the queue instead of the

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LordCommander

Quitting for medical treatment program - ESD eligibility with 2,500 work hours?

I'm dealing with a really tough situation and need some advice about unemployment eligibility. My doctor is recommending I enter a 6-12 month Christian treatment program for my medical condition. I requested medical leave from my employer but they flat out refused to hold my position. Basically told me I'd have to quit if I want to do the treatment program. I've worked two jobs this past year with about 2,500 hours total. My doctor already cleared me for the program and says I can't work during treatment. What are my chances of qualifying for unemployment in this situation? Has anyone quit for medical reasons and successfully gotten ESD benefits? Really stressed about losing my income while I'm getting the treatment I need.

my cousin had 2 wait almost 2 months for his claim 2 get approved bcuz it was in adudication or whatever they call it. just be prepared to wait a long time if they have to review ur case specially

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Yeah adjudication is taking forever these days. OP should apply for other assistance too while waiting just in case.

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Make sure you answer all their questions completely when you file! I got denied at first because I didn't explain my medical situation clearly enough. When I appealed and provided more details they approved me. Also keep filing your weekly claims even while you're waiting for a decision - if they approve you later they'll pay those weeks retroactively but only if you filed them on time!

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That's really helpful to know about keeping up with weekly claims during the waiting period. I'll make sure to do that. And I'll be super detailed about my medical situation on the initial application.

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Miguel Ramos

Need ESD security department phone number for identity verification issue

I'm stuck in this endless loop with my unemployment claim. Someone at the ESD call center told me I need to contact the 'security department' to resolve an identity verification issue that's holding up my claim. But they didn't give me the actual phone number! Has anyone dealt with this security department before? What's their direct line? I've been waiting 5 weeks already and can't get through on the main line anymore. Getting desperate here as rent is coming up.

One more thing to try - send a message through your eServices account specifically asking about the status of your identity verification. Sometimes that can flag your account for review. Just be super specific in the subject line like "Urgent - Identity Verification Hold - 5 Weeks Without Benefits" - that helped in my case!

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Just did that right now! I'm trying everything at this point. This whole process is so frustrating.

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i hate to say this but my claim was stuck for almost 3 months!! i called every day for weeks. then i contacted my state representative's office and suddenly my claim was fixed in 2 days. might be worth trying if nothing else works

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This is actually excellent advice. Your state representatives have liaisons who can directly contact ESD on your behalf. This is particularly helpful for claims stuck in identity verification or adjudication for extended periods. Just visit your state legislature's website to find your representatives and their contact information.

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Carmen Reyes

ESD account stuck on 'pending' status for second week despite approved claim - help!

I'm getting really frustrated with my unemployment claim right now. My account has been showing 'pending' for the second week in a row even though I received an approval letter three weeks ago. I've done all my job search activities (logged the full 3 per week), filed my weekly claims on Sundays before noon, and uploaded all the requested documentation. My eServices account shows I've been accepted for benefits, but no money has been deposited yet. The payment status just says 'pending' with no explanation. Has anyone else dealt with this? Is there something else I need to do that I'm missing? I've tried calling but can't get through after being on hold for 2+ hours multiple times this week.

Update us if you find out what was causing the pending status. It might help others in the same situation. And as others have mentioned, definitely keep filing your weekly claims while you sort this out.

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I definitely will update once I figure out what's going on. Thanks for all the help everyone - this situation is stressful but it helps knowing I'm not alone in dealing with these kinds of ESD issues.

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