If your claim is stuck in adjudication for this long, it often means there's a specific issue they need to resolve. The most common causes are: - Your employer disputed something about your separation - There's a question about your availability for work - There's a discrepancy in your reported work history - You have wages from multiple states The key is getting someone on the phone who can tell you exactly what's holding things up. Once you know the specific issue, you can address it directly. I recommend calling right when they open at 8am - that's when your chances are best. Also, Thursdays and Fridays tend to have shorter wait times than Mondays and Tuesdays. Don't give up. Keep documenting all your attempts to contact them (dates/times). This can be helpful if you need to show you've been trying consistently to resolve the issue.

Update: I just got through to ESD this morning after trying that Claimyr service someone mentioned earlier. It actually worked! Found out my claim was stuck because they needed to verify my identity (never told me this) and the agent was able to clear it on the spot. My payments should start processing in 48 hours. Just wanted to let you know there's hope!

when i was on standby last year my employer actually requested an extension before it ran out and got me 4 more weeks. might be worth asking ur boss if they can do that but sounds like ur period already expired so probably too late now

To directly answer your question - yes, standby weeks are calendar weeks from when they're approved, not weeks of benefits used. That's why all 8 weeks are now used up, even though you worked during 4 of them. For future reference for anyone reading this thread: If you're put on standby status, use that time to prepare for possibly needing to do job searches later. The maximum standby period is typically 8 weeks (though there have been extensions during special circumstances), and the clock starts ticking immediately regardless of whether you're claiming benefits or working during that period. Also, remember that if you're working part-time during standby, you still need to report all earnings accurately on your weekly claims, even though you don't have to do job searches.

Are you using the eServices portal or the new SecureAccess Washington system? I heard they changed everything in January and some claims got stuck in the transition. my brother had to re-verify his identity in the new system even though he'd already done it in the old one.

Just wanted to follow up - were you able to get your situation resolved? I've been thinking about your post because I know how stressful it is to be in that position. Did you try contacting your representative or using one of the other suggestions?

do u know what type of adjudication issues are on ur claim? like quit vs fired vs laid off? sometimes different issues take different amounts of time. mine was a quit issue and took 11 weeks! its ridiculous but just keep filing

Another thing to consider - make sure your former employer is actually responding to ESD. Sometimes they don't respond at all, which can actually delay things even more because ESD has to make multiple attempts to contact them before moving forward. Have you tried contacting your former employer's HR department to confirm they've responded to ESD's requests?

The whole ESD appeal system is designed to favor employers. I had PERFECT documentation and still lost because the ALJ (Administrative Law Judge) decided my boss was "more credible" despite having zero evidence. The system is rigged, I'm sorry to say. Don't be surprised if you lose even with good evidence. I'm still fighting my case 8 months later. Appealed to Commissioner's Review Office but they rubber-stamp everything.

Update: I just finished my hearing and I think it went well! The judge was super professional and didn't let my ex-boss interrupt me. When she tried claiming I was "insubordinate," the judge asked for specific examples and dates, and she couldn't provide any. He also accepted my last-minute evidence submission. I made sure to ask questions when it was my turn, just like you all suggested. I asked why the reason for my termination changed three times in her statements to ESD, and she got really flustered. The judge noticed that too. Now I just have to wait for the decision. Thank you all SO MUCH for your advice - I felt much more prepared and confident than I would have otherwise. Will update when I get the ruling!