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Is it possible you missed answering one of the eligibility questions when filing your weekly claim? I had a similar situation where I was disqualified because I accidentally clicked that I wasn't available for work one week (hit the wrong option). If you're filing online, double-check each answer before submitting. Also, are you on standby status or regular UI? The requirements are different.
I'm on regular UI, not standby. I've been super careful with the weekly questions but maybe I did mess something up. The weird thing is it's happened 3 weeks in a row now, which seems unlikely to be the same mistake repeatedly. I really think there's some underlying issue they haven't communicated to me.
Update us once you get through to an agent. This definitely sounds like there's an adjudication issue or eligibility question that wasn't communicated properly. In the meantime, keep filing your weekly claims correctly, document everything, and maintain your work search activities. When they finally fix whatever the issue is, you should receive all eligible back payments at once.
I'll definitely update once I make progress. I managed to get through to someone using that Claimyr service another person mentioned, and you were right - there was an undisclosed adjudication issue related to my job separation that wasn't showing in my online account. The agent told me they're sending a questionnaire I need to complete, and once that's processed, my weekly claims should be reconsidered. Thanks for all the help everyone!
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I'm curious - did you get any confirmation when you first submitted the waiver back in 2021? I submitted mine a few months ago for a similar situation and never got anything beyond the confirmation page when I uploaded my documents. No email, no letter, nothing in my eServices messages... makes me wonder if they even received it properly.
I had the exact same experience! Just the confirmation page after uploading my docs, and then complete radio silence for almost 2 years. No acknowledgment, no case number, nothing. It's so stressful not knowing if they're even looking at it. Based on what's happened with mine, I'd say they probably have yours, they're just incredibly slow.
has anyone else noticed how they're suddenly processing all these old pandemic things now? my friend just got a random letter about her 2021 pua claim last week. seems like they're clearing out old cases before the end of the year or something?
Yes, there's a federal requirement to resolve all pandemic-era unemployment claims and issues by December 31, 2025. They received additional funding specifically to clear the backlog, which is why we're seeing movement on cases that have been dormant for years.
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One more important thing - when your daughter has her appeal hearing (which will likely be by phone), she should: 1. Be very organized with dates and facts 2. Speak clearly and calmly 3. Answer only what is asked, don't volunteer extra information 4. If she doesn't know something, just say "I don't know" rather than guessing 5. Explain simply that it was a mistake clicking the wrong box, not an attempt to claim benefits inappropriately The Administrative Law Judges generally understand honest mistakes happen, especially with the confusing weekly claim questions.
THIS!!! The judge asked me like 50 questions and I started rambling and it almost hurt my case. Just answer exactly what they ask!!!
The whole system is ridiculous. ESD makes their questions intentionally confusing so people make mistakes, then punishes them for honest errors. I've seen so many cases where people check the wrong box accidentally and then get hit with "fraud" accusations. Why don't they have a simple verification process before jumping straight to denial and overpayment?! It's not like retirement income is a secret - they could easily verify this information with other government agencies! The entire UI system is designed to deny benefits rather than help people who actually need assistance.
While I understand your frustration, I don't think it's intentionally designed to trick people. The questions do need to be clearer though. For anyone reading this thread who's filing weekly claims, always double-check your answers before submitting, especially for the questions about: - Work and earnings - Retirement pay - School attendance - Availability for work - Ability to work These are the areas where most accidental reporting errors happen.
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UPDATE: Just wanted to let everyone know I was able to file my weekly claim online through my eServices account with no problems! The site is working fine even though the phone system is still glitchy. Thanks for all the advice everyone!
Great! Online filing is definitely more reliable. For future reference, if you ever need to speak with an actual ESD agent about a claim issue, try calling right when they open at 8:00 AM or during the last hour before they close (around 3:00-4:00 PM). The wait times are usually shorter during those periods.
this reminds me of when my claim got stuck for 3 weeks last year because of some computer error on their end... had to drive all the way to the worksource office just to get someone to help me because the phone system kept saying my social security number was invalid even though i'd been claiming for months with no problems before that.... anyway hope you got it fixed
Thanks - yes, got it fixed by using the website! Sorry to hear about your troubles though, that sounds way worse than what I experienced.
Amina Diallo
UPDATE: Had my hearing yesterday! It was actually less scary than I expected. The judge said they'll mail me the decision in 1-2 weeks. I explained about the reduced hours and showed my evidence. The employer didn't even show up! Fingers crossed!
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GamerGirl99
•That's great news! When employers don't show up, it's often harder for them to prove their case. Keep us posted on the outcome.
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Hiroshi Nakamura
•good sign if employer didnt show! happened to my roommate and she won her case.
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Eduardo Silva
Can I ask a related question? I'm in a similar situation but haven't filed my appeal yet. Does anyone know if the 30-day deadline to appeal is from the date on the determination letter or from when you actually receive it? My determination is dated April 12th but I didn't get it until April 22nd because of mail delays.
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Malik Jenkins
•It's 30 days from the mailing date (the date on the letter), not when you received it. However, you can request an extension due to mail delays - you'll need to explain the situation. File your appeal immediately and include an explanation about the mail delay. Don't wait any longer!
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