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make sure u answer all the job search questions right or they can hold ur payment. u need to list 3 job contacts each week
Good reminder! I've been keeping track of all my job applications. Do they immediately verify those or do they just spot-check occasionally?
Just to answer your weekend question from earlier - ESD's systems process claims 24/7, but payments only initiate on business days. So if you file on Saturday or Sunday, the payment wouldn't start processing until Monday anyway. Monday morning is still your best bet.
This whole system is designed to make people give up!!! i had a friend who got disqualified for 7 weeks straight and he just stopped filing because it was so frustrating. dont give up!!!
UPDATE: I finally got through to someone at ESD today! Turns out there was an employer response questioning my availability for work because I had mentioned potentially taking some classes during my exit interview. The ESD agent put me in for adjudication review and said I should continue filing weekly claims while they investigate. She said it could take 3-4 weeks for the adjudication to complete, but that I should receive all back payments if it's decided in my favor. I'm still going to file an appeal just to be safe (within the 30-day window). Thank you everyone for your advice and support!
wow good detective work! how did u actually manage to get through to someone? i've been trying for days
I actually tried that Claimyr service someone mentioned earlier. It worked exactly as described - took about 90 minutes but I actually got to speak to a real person. Worth it considering I'd wasted hours trying to get through on my own.
is there any downside to getting split payments? like does it mean were getting flagged for something?? now im paranoid lol
One more thing - if your claim is in adjudication because of an employer dispute (like if they're claiming you quit instead of being laid off), you should prepare documentation that supports your side. Texts, emails, the separation letter you mentioned. Adjudicators will look at both sides, but having clear evidence helps your case tremendously. Oh, and if you have immediate financial needs while waiting, you might qualify for emergency assistance through DSHS or local community organizations. Worth looking into if the adjudication drags on.
Charlee Coleman
UPDATE: I wanted to thank everyone for their help! I went to WorkSource and got connected with their Dislocated Worker program. They're helping me enhance my resume and connected me with some temp agencies that work specifically with admin assistants. I also applied for food benefits and energy assistance. I also managed to get through to ESD using that Claimyr service someone mentioned above. The agent was super helpful and confirmed I can't get an extension but said I should continue filing weekly claims even after my benefits run out (something about keeping my claim active for tax purposes and in case any emergency extensions get approved later). Still stressed about money but at least I have a plan now. Thanks again everyone!
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Leeann Blackstein
•That's great news about the Dislocated Worker program! And yes, continuing to file weekly claims is smart - it maintains your claim status and proves ongoing eligibility should any extensions become available. Good luck with your job search!
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Theodore Nelson
My cousin works at a staffing place and says the admin market is picking up for summer when people take vacations. Dont give up!!
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