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anyone know if theyre still requiring the 3 job search activities per week? i heard they might have changed it but the ESD website is so confusing
Yes, the requirement is still 3 job search activities per week for regular UI claims. They haven't changed that. Make sure you're logging all your activities in your job search log because ESD does random audits!
thx! good to know
Just be aware that sometimes when you reopen a claim they automatically put you back in adjudication even if nothing's wrong. Happened to me TWICE. First time took 4 weeks to resolve, second time took 6 WEEKS!!! The ESD system seems designed to make people give up.
While adjudication can happen, it's not automatic for everyone reopening a claim. Having clear documentation about why your temp job ended (a letter from the employer stating it was a temporary position with a predetermined end date) significantly reduces this risk. The key is being proactive with documentation rather than waiting for ESD to request it.
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did other ppl get laid off at the same time as ur dad? that would help prove it was restructuring and not something about just him
Yeah, there were 3 others from his department that got laid off the same week. I'll tell him to mention that in case ESD asks.
To summarize what everyone's said: 1. Your dad should qualify since this was a position elimination/restructuring 2. The 'other' code with rehire eligibility supports that this wasn't misconduct 3. He should continue filing weekly claims while waiting for a decision 4. If it goes to adjudication, he should gather documentation about the restructuring 5. Multiple people being laid off simultaneously strengthens his case One last tip: make sure he's meeting the job search requirements (3 job search activities weekly) and documenting them properly. ESD might audit his job search log later.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice! I feel much better about his situation now. He's started applying for jobs already and is keeping track of everything. I really appreciate all the insights!
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my hearing was a total disaster cuz i froze up when the judge started asking me questions!!! practice practice practice ur answers!!!
That's my biggest fear! I get really flustered when put on the spot. I'm hoping the lawyer will help me prepare for the types of questions I'll face.
One more important tip - during your OAH hearing, the judge will ask if you've reviewed the ESD file/evidence. Make sure you and your lawyer request and review the complete ESD file before your hearing! This contains all the evidence ESD used to deny your claim, including any statements from your employer. You have a legal right to see this file before your hearing. If you haven't received it yet, your lawyer should request it immediately. Reviewing it prevents any surprises during the hearing and allows you to prepare responses to any misleading information. If you win your appeal, you'll likely receive all back benefits in one lump sum, so hang in there!
Thank you for this! I don't think I've seen the complete file - only got the determination letter explaining I was denied. I'll definitely ask the lawyer about getting the full file tomorrow. Really appreciate all this help!
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My cousin in Oregon told me they do something kinda like this already. When COVID hit and unemployment went crazy, they took people who were waiting for benefits and hired them as temp workers to process other people's claims. Makes WAY more sense than making everyone sit around doing nothing while waiting for money!!!
Oregon did temporarily reassign some state workers from other agencies to help with claims processing during COVID, but they didn't hire unemployment claimants as state workers. That would be a completely different program requiring legislative action, funding mechanisms, and significant changes to civil service rules. It's important to understand the distinction between redeploying existing trained state workers versus hiring brand new employees with no experience in claims processing.
what im wondering is how much would these temp state jobs pay? cause if it's minimum wage that wouldn't even cover my rent. unemployment benefits are supposed to be like 60% of your regular pay up to the maximum. would these temp jobs match that or would people take a big pay cut to work for the state?
Good question. Most entry-level state positions start around $19-23/hour depending on the classification, which is often less than what specialized manufacturing or tech workers earn. There's also the issue of benefits - regular state employees receive comprehensive benefits packages that wouldn't be cost-effective for very short-term positions. This creates another layer of complexity when considering temporary employment models.
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its criminal how they can just demand thousands back with no warning and then take forever to process waivers!!! my friend had his tax refund seized while waiting for a waiver decision and esd said 'oops sorry' but never gave it back
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Omar Mahmoud
•If your tax refund was seized while a waiver was pending, you can request a refund of those funds if the waiver is ultimately approved. It requires filing form ESD-800-084 and providing proof the collection occurred after your waiver submission date. There's a 90-day deadline for requesting this refund after waiver approval.
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Isabella Ferreira
Update: I finally got through to ESD this morning after calling right when they opened. They confirmed my waiver was received but said there's a 14-16 week processing time currently! The agent was able to put a temporary hold on collections for 30 days, which helps a little. She suggested I send in additional documentation about my financial hardship to strengthen my case. Going to gather more paperwork now.
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Ravi Kapoor
•Great! That 30-day hold is crucial. Make sure to call back before it expires to get it extended if your waiver still hasn't been decided. For additional documentation, focus on demonstrating that repayment would cause significant financial hardship - include your current income, all expenses, any dependents, medical issues, housing insecurity risks, etc. The more comprehensive, the better your chances.
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