just wondering if anyone else is having issues with the 'Ability and Availability' questions throwing their claims into adjudication? i answered YES to being available for work every single time but somehow my claim got flagged anyway. makes no sense!!!!

UPDATE: The Governor's Office escalation WORKED! Just got an update on my eServices account this morning - all my pending claims have been approved and payment is being processed! It took exactly 2 business days after I called the Governor's Office. For anyone else stuck in adjudication with no explanation, I 100% recommend this approach. Thanks to everyone who provided advice!

Just a quick update - I got a follow-up call from ESD today asking if everything was resolved to my satisfaction. The agent explained that my case had been flagged for "manual review" but somehow got lost in their queue until the governor's inquiry pushed it to the front. She apologized for the delay and said they're working on improving their internal tracking system. So it seems like contacting the governor really did make a difference in my case.

congrats dude!! im going to try this tomorrow for sure. been waiting almost two months and im dead broke

so like what if u made exactly ur weekly benefit amount? do u get nothing that week or do u get something?

One more tip based on my experience - print out or screenshot the confirmation page after you submit your weekly claim with the high earnings reported. I had an issue once where ESD later questioned my reporting, and having those screenshots saved my butt! Just a good practice in general when dealing with unemployment stuff.

Yes, you'll receive copies of any response your employer submits. The Commissioner's Review is less formal than the hearing process but still follows procedural rules. To answer your earlier question - yes, you should attach relevant documentation to your message. Include: 1. A copy of your hearing decision (with docket number) 2. Any evidence that supports your position 3. A clear explanation of why the judge's interpretation was incorrect Keep in mind that you generally can't introduce new evidence that wasn't presented at the original hearing. The review focuses on whether the judge made legal errors based on the evidence already presented.

Let us know how it goes! I've got my fingers crossed for you. The whole unemployment system feels designed to wear people down until they give up. but stay persistent!!

Good luck with your application! Just to clarify something that was mentioned earlier - the Training Benefits extension can be up to 26 weeks, but the exact number depends on your specific situation and training program length. Some people get the full 26 weeks, others might get less. If your medical coding program is 9 months (about 36-40 weeks), and you have 6 weeks of regular benefits left, you might have a gap between when Training Benefits end and when your program finishes. Plan your budget accordingly, or check if your school has any financial aid options to cover that period. Don't forget that once you're approved, you'll still need to file your weekly claims just like with regular unemployment - including reporting your part-time work hours and earnings. The only difference is you won't have to do job searches.

I want to emphasize something important: apply for Training Benefits ASAP. Don't wait until your benefits are about to run out. The application process involves multiple steps and potential delays: 1. You submit the initial application 2. ESD reviews it and may request additional documentation 3. You submit any requested documents 4. ESD makes a determination 5. If approved, they send a formal approval letter Each of these steps can take time. With only 6 weeks left on your claim, you're already in a time crunch. Submit your application this week if possible. Also, keep detailed records of everything - confirmation numbers, copies of all documents you submit, names of ESD representatives you speak with, etc. This documentation is invaluable if there are any issues later.