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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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anybody know if u can do these hearings on phone instead of zoom? i dont have good internet at my place and have same issue with employer trying to postpone
Yes, you can request a telephone hearing instead of video. When you receive your hearing notice, there should be instructions for how to request accommodation. Just call the OAH number on your notice and explain your internet limitations. They routinely conduct hearings by phone for those without reliable internet access.
Update: I called the judge's clerk this morning and explained my financial situation. I mentioned the specific hardships I'm facing (potential car repossession and already being behind on utilities). The clerk was actually pretty understanding and said the judge would take my objection into consideration. They said they'd let me know by tomorrow whether we're proceeding with the original date or if it will be rescheduled. I'll update again when I hear back. Thanks everyone for the helpful advice!
Fingers crossed for you! The fact that they're getting back to you quickly is a good sign.
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the status date changes are SUPER confusing and ESD doesn't explain them anywhere!!! i had mine change like 4 times then nothing for 2 weeks then suddenly all my payments appeared. the system is seriously messed up.
As the others have mentioned, status date changes do indicate some activity, but unfortunately it doesn't provide any specific information about progress. Important steps to take while in adjudication: 1. Continue filing weekly claims on time 2. Complete and document your 3 job search activities each week 3. Check your ESD account daily for any alerts or messages 4. Keep an eye on your email, including spam/junk folders 5. If you haven't already, upload all potential documentation they might need (ID, paystubs, separation notice) If you reach the 4-week mark with no resolution, that's when I typically recommend trying more aggressive measures to contact ESD directly. The status date change is promising though - it typically means someone has at least looked at your file.
Thank you for the clear steps! I've been doing all of those things, so I guess I just need to wait a bit longer. I'll give it another week before trying to escalate things. Really appreciate all the helpful responses.
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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.
Paolo Rizzo
has anyone else notice that they seem to be denying more waivers this year??? i know 3 ppl who all got denied even with good reasons!! seems like they just want our $$
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Keisha Johnson
•I haven't seen any evidence of increased denial rates. In fact, ESD published data showing they approved approximately 63% of waiver requests in Q1 2025, which is actually slightly higher than previous quarters. The key factors remain the same: whether the overpayment was your fault, your ability to repay, and how well you documented your financial hardship. Proper documentation is critical.
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Yara Sabbagh
Update: I actually just checked my mail and received a letter from ESD requesting additional information about my income for the 3 months after my benefits ended. They're giving me 7 days to respond. My friend still hasn't heard anything beyond the request for rent verification. Seems like they're processing our waivers separately even though we applied around the same time. I'm relieved to at least know someone is looking at my application!
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Amina Sy
•This is excellent news! When ESD requests specific additional information, it typically means your application is actively being reviewed. Make sure to provide exactly what they're asking for, and consider including a brief cover letter that references your waiver application number and summarizes the documents you're submitting. Send it with delivery confirmation if possible. The 7-day deadline is important - if you need more time, call immediately to request an extension rather than missing the deadline.
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