Dont u have to do 3 job searches every week too? Maybe thats why u got denied? My cousin got denied for missing 1 week of job searches even tho he was looking but forgot to log them.

My sistrs boyfriend got disqualifed too but he didnt appeal it he just applied for a different type of uneployment and got that instead maybe try that?

i herd that theres a new update to the esd system thats why evryones payments r late. my cousin works at a job center and said they were told about system maintenance this week. nobody tells us nuthin tho!!

Just wanted to update everyone that I called ESD this morning (got through after about 45 minutes on hold) and they confirmed there was a processing delay with their ACH payment batch yesterday. The representative said all delayed payments should have been processed by midnight last night, and that this was due to a scheduled system update that took longer than expected. If anyone still hasn't received their payment by now, that would be unusual and worth calling about specifically.

I want to give a quick update on the Training Benefits timeline since a lot has changed in 2025: 1. Apply ASAP through your eServices account 2. Current processing time is around 3-4 weeks for most applications 3. While waiting for approval, you should still look for work and document your job searches 4. If approved, your job search requirements will be waived automatically 5. Benefits are applied retroactively to your application date if approved Also important to note that the approval rate has improved significantly in 2025 - ESD has streamlined the process, especially for in-demand fields like tech. Software development has an approximately 85% approval rate for Training Benefits. One last tip: Make sure your school can provide documentation showing it's an "approved training provider" - this will speed up your application considerably.

Thank you all SO much for all this information! I'm going to apply for Training Benefits tomorrow morning, and I've already confirmed the software development program is on ESD's approved list. If I can't get through to ESD on my own, I'll try Claimyr to make sure everything is set up correctly. Fingers crossed I get approved - will update this thread once I hear back!

THIS!!! 💯 💯 💯

Update: I want to thank everyone for the amazing advice! I took a combined approach - sent daily messages through eServices, created the comprehensive documentation package, and contacted both my state rep and senator yesterday. This morning I actually got a call from someone at ESD who said they were assigned to review my claim after receiving an inquiry from my representative's office! She said there was a simple issue with my job separation that needed verification, which she was able to clear up during our call. My claim should be processed within 72 hours, and I'll receive all my backpay. I'm still in shock that after 9 weeks of nothing, one day of focused effort following your advice made all the difference. I'll post another update when the money actually arrives.

Based on your situation with the employer disputing your job separation, here's what you should do: 1. Keep your claim open 2. Continue filing weekly claims until your new job starts 3. Report your new employment when it begins 4. Stop filing claims after you start working 5. Make sure all your documentation proving you were laid off has been submitted Your adjudication might take longer since it involves a dispute, but ESD will eventually make a decision. If approved, you'll receive benefits for all eligible weeks, even if your claim has auto-closed by then.

good luck getting through to ESD!! took me 23 calls before someone picked up last time i had an issue... the system is BROKEN!!!