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That Claimyr service I mentioned earlier worked for me when I was in your exact situation. Paid like $20 but it was worth it to actually talk to someone and get my case moved. My adjudicator called me the next day after I got through to ESD.
I've heard mixed things about Claimyr, but in a true emergency situation like the OP's, it might be worth trying. Just to add context - what they do is basically wait on hold for you and then call you when they're about to connect with an agent. It's unfortunate that such services have to exist, but when you're facing eviction, sometimes paying for access is the only option.
I'm going to summarize the most effective options based on my experience working with ESD claims: 1. The hardship form in eServices that someone mentioned is your best bet for expediting - be VERY specific about dates and consequences (eviction notice details, utility shutoff dates, etc) 2. Contact your state representative - this is extremely effective for expediting claims 3. If you need to actually speak with ESD (which you do in this case), calling right when they open at 8:00 AM gives you the best chance, but services like Claimyr can help if you're desperate 4. Document the HIPAA violation concerns in your eServices messages - this could be relevant to your adjudication 5. Apply for emergency assistance through your local DSHS office for immediate help with rent/utilities while waiting Hang in there - this sounds like a legitimate claim that will eventually be approved, but getting there faster requires being persistent and using multiple channels.
Thank you so much for laying this out so clearly. I'm going to do ALL of these things tomorrow. I've been so stressed I couldn't think straight, but this gives me a clear plan. I really appreciate everyone's help!
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One additional thing to consider: if you do decide to turn down the temporary position, make sure you continue performing and documenting your three job search activities each week. Sometimes people focus so much on the 'refusing work' issue that they neglect the ongoing job search requirements and get disqualified for that reason instead.
That's a great point! I've been keeping detailed records of my job search activities in a spreadsheet, including the job titles, school districts, application dates, and contact information. I'll definitely keep that up regardless of what happens with this offer.
THE WHOLE SYSTEM IS RIGGED AGAINST TEACHERS!!! My wife went through this exact thing in 2022 and ESD denied her no matter what evidence we provided. They expect highly educated professionals to just take ANY job offer even when it means starting over each year. Meanwhile the district that laid her off posted her EXACT position again 6 months later but wouldn't rehire her! KEEP FIGHTING!
That's frustrating but not always the case. The appeal process does work sometimes - my situation had a better outcome. It really depends on the specific circumstances and documentation. I'd encourage OP to pursue their case properly rather than assuming it's a lost cause.
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I work with unemployment cases frequently, and this $0 payment issue with a 'PAID' status after an appeal is something I've seen quite a bit in 2025. What's happening is that when an appeal reverses a denial, the weeks get marked as eligible for payment (hence the 'PAID' status), but an automatic payment block is applied until a claims specialist reviews the case. This is actually a good sign because it means the system acknowledges he's owed the money. The quickest resolution would be speaking directly with a claims specialist who can release the payment. Be sure when you call to specifically mention you're calling about "payment blocks after an approved appeal" - this may help get you routed to the right department faster.
Thanks for explaining this! It's reassuring to hear this is a known issue with a solution. We'll try using that specific language when calling to see if it helps get us to the right person. Do you know if there's a particular time of day that's best for getting through?
First thing in the morning (right at 8:00am) typically has the shortest wait times. Also, Thursdays seem to be slightly less busy than other days of the week for some reason. When you do get through, make sure to get a direct reference number for the call in case you get disconnected - that way you can reference the previous conversation if you need to call back.
has he checked his bank account info in the system? my friend had a similar thing and it turned out his bank info was wrong so the money had nowhere to go! the payment status was stuck in limbo or somethin
That's a good point! Just double-checked and his banking info is correct in the system. Same account he used for a previous claim that worked fine. This seems more like the payment block issue others have mentioned.
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Is this really something worth worrying about? I mean as long as you're actually doing the job search activities and not making stuff up, I doubt ESD is going to care whether you classified a Zoom meeting as in-person or not. They're looking for people who are completely fabricating their job search, not honest mistakes about zoom links vs physical addresses.
You'd be SURPRISED what ESD will use against you!! My cousin got his benefits DENIED because he reported a phone interview as "not in-person" but then mentioned in the notes that he "spoke face-to-face with the hiring manager" (meaning they had a conversation, not literally face-to-face). ESD claimed he provided "contradictory information" and he had to appeal!!! NOTHING is too small for them to nitpick!
Thank you everyone for the helpful advice! Just to update - I called ESD this morning after trying for THREE DAYS to get through. The agent said that virtual interviews should be marked as "not in-person" even if they're on video. She said the system was designed before Zoom interviews were common and they haven't updated it yet. She noted my account about the mistake and said it shouldn't affect my claim. For anyone else dealing with this, definitely select "no" for in-person on video interviews!
Great to hear you got through and got it resolved! For future reference, always keep detailed notes whenever you speak with ESD (date, time, agent name if possible, and what they told you). This documentation can be extremely valuable if there are any issues later on.
Chloe Davis
Just wondering but what work did you do before? I'm in construction and got laid off last week. Applied for ESD but no approval yet. Did they approve you pretty quick?
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Malik Thomas
•I worked in retail management. It took about 10 days to get approved, but they said that was faster than normal. I think it depends on whether your employer contests it or not.
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NeonNebula
Regarding your question about job search activities - yes, you need 3 work search activities for each week you claim benefits, including the first week. Activities you did before being approved can count as long as they were during the week you're claiming for. Make sure you record the date, employer name, position, contact info, and how you applied. I recommend creating a spreadsheet or dedicated notebook to track everything.
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Malik Thomas
•Perfect, that helps a lot. I did submit 2 applications already this week, so I'll do one more before Sunday and keep detailed notes on all three. Thanks again!
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