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@haloqty87 Yes, I eventually got backpaid but had to fight for it after winning my appeal. They tried to say I "failed to properly file a new claim" even though I did everything by the book! The system is rigged against us!
Just to clarify some misinformation in this thread - your appeal and BYE date are two separate processes that unfortunately can overlap. The BYE date is simply the end of your 52-week benefit period, while an appeal addresses a specific determination on your claim. When you reach your BYE date: 1. File a new claim immediately 2. Continue to file weekly claims without interruption 3. Contact ESD to have them add a notation about your active appeal 4. Keep separate documentation for your appeal process vs. your new claim If you win your appeal after your BYE date, any benefits awarded from the appeal decision will still be processed and paid, even though they relate to your previous benefit year.
Thank you for breaking this down so clearly. I'll make sure to follow these steps exactly when my BYE date comes up. Really appreciate everyone's help with this confusing situation!
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my friend had this exact thing happen in 2025 and he called esd and told them it was a hardship situation and they rushed it through in like 10 days. just say ur about to be evicted or something they sometimes have ways to speed it up
Just to clarify - while ESD does have hardship procedures for certain situations, misrepresenting your circumstances could potentially cause problems with your claim. It's better to be honest about your actual financial situation if you request expedited processing.
Thanks everyone for the helpful advice! I've started documenting my job searches better and am going to try Claimyr to get someone on the phone tomorrow. I'll update when I know more about my claim status. Fingers crossed it doesn't take the full 6+ weeks again - I just can't afford that kind of gap right now.
Good luck! Hope it works out for you. Let us know what happens.
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THE WHOLE ESD SYSTEM IS RIGGED!!! I appealed an $8K overpayment in 2024 and waited FIVE MONTHS for a hearing, and the judge just rubber-stamped whatever ESD said!!! They claimed I didn't report some income but I HAD THE PROOF I DID and they still ruled against me. Now they're taking 25% of my paycheck AND charging interest!!! The appeal process is just for show - they ALWAYS side with ESD. Document EVERYTHING and record all phone calls (WA is a two-party state so tell them you're recording). The system is designed to frustrate you into giving up.
I'm getting really worried reading all this. I have my hearing in two weeks for a similar amount. @profile2 - did you have a representative or attorney at your hearing? I'm wondering if I should get one...
@profile5 You don't necessarily need an attorney for an ESD hearing, but it can help with complex cases. The Unemployment Law Project offers free/low-cost legal help for unemployment appeals: https://unemploymentlawproject.org/
Thanks everyone for the helpful responses! I called ESD today using that Claimyr service mentioned below (which actually worked!), and they confirmed what @profile1 said - no interest during the appeal process. The agent also let me know my hearing is tentatively scheduled for early November, about 4 months from when I filed the appeal. I'm going to start gathering all my documentation now. I'll update this thread after my hearing in case it helps anyone else going through this process.
Good luck with your hearing! One more tip: the judge will often ask if you want to negotiate a settlement with ESD before the hearing starts. Sometimes they'll reduce the overpayment amount substantially if you agree not to contest it. Worth considering depending on how strong your case is.
That's really good to know! I'll definitely consider that option depending on what evidence ESD presents. Thank you!
CosmicCowboy
I had to quit my job last year when my wife got sick (stroke). I applied for regular unemployment and got denied initially. The denial letter said I had "quit without good cause" even though I explained the medical situation. I filed an appeal and had to wait for a hearing with a judge from OAH. It was really stressful. At the hearing I showed all my wife's medical records and explained why I had to care for her. The judge reversed the decision and I got benefits, but it took almost 3 months from my initial claim to getting any money. If I had known about PFML back then I would've done that instead.
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Amina Diallo
•same thing happened to my neighbor!! denied then approved on appeal. the system is set up to deny first and make u fight for it i swear
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Zainab Omar
Just to follow up on the PFML suggestion, which I agree is likely your best option: When you apply, you'll need certification from your father's healthcare provider. The certification form is available on the PFML website. If you do end up going the unemployment route instead, make sure you continue filing weekly claims even while in adjudication. Many people don't realize they need to keep filing weekly claims during the adjudication process. If your claim is eventually approved, you'll receive back payments for those weeks - but only if you filed claims for them.
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Miguel Ramos
•That's a really important tip about continuing weekly claims during adjudication - I wouldn't have known to do that. I've started the PFML application process and am getting the medical certification form completed by my dad's oncologist. Thank you again for all your help!
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