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Based on your last comment about marking unavailable for a doctor's appointment, that might be the issue. While it seems minor, ESD's system can flag this. Your appeal should specifically address this, explaining that a brief medical appointment doesn't make you unavailable for work in general (courts have upheld this interpretation). For the appeal, I recommend: 1. Be very specific about dates and times 2. Explain your overall availability for work 3. Reference any job search activities you performed that week 4. Include any communications with potential employers An Administrative Law Judge will review your case, and having detailed documentation will help tremendously.
Thank you! I'll definitely include all of this in my appeal. I've been keeping good records of my job search activities, so I can show I was actively looking for work that week. Would it also help to get a note from my doctor confirming it was just a routine appointment?
when i had my appeal last yr the judge person was actually really nice. they overturned my disqualification bcuz ESD made the mistake not me. took like 6 weeks tho from when i filed appeal till hearing. u might get lucky and they fix it before hearing happens. keep checking ur online account everyday for updates!! sometimes they dont even notify u when things change
That's good to hear. 6 weeks is a long time though... I'm going to see if I can get through to them by phone using that Claimyr thing someone mentioned while also filing the appeal as backup. Can't afford to wait 6 weeks with no income.
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UPDATE: Just wanted to let everyone know what worked. I used Chrome browser and clicked on "Apply for unemployment benefits" instead of trying to restart my claim. Had to go through the whole application process again with all my employment history, but it went through! The system accepted my new claim and now I'm able to file weekly claims again. Thanks everyone for your help!
Awesome! Glad you got it sorted out. Make sure you file your weekly claims on time every week, even if your new claim is still processing. They'll pay you retroactively once it's approved.
Quick tip that might help others with similar issues - I recently learned that ESD's system treats claims differently based on how they ended. If your previous claim ended because you returned to work (voluntary stop), it's handled differently than if your benefits were exhausted or if your benefit year expired. If anyone reading this is trying to restart after voluntarily stopping claims mid-year, you actually CAN use the restart button as long as you're still within your benefit year. Just another quirk of the system that's not clearly explained anywhere on their website.
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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.
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
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.
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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@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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