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One important thing to note: Her former employer has 10 days to respond to her initial claim. If the employer contested the claim by saying she was let go due to performance issues, that would automatically trigger an adjudication process. In adjudication, both sides present their case about why the separation occurred. Since this happened right after her probation period ended, ESD might be investigating whether this was a performance-based termination (which could disqualify her) vs. a layoff due to employer needs (which would qualify her). The key is getting someone at ESD to confirm if the claim is in adjudication and what the specific issue is. Regular phone agents can see this information, but sometimes they don't volunteer it unless specifically asked.
this happened to me and when i finally got thru they said my employer never even responded but they still had to wait the full time period before proceding?? makes no sense.
Since your daughter is facing eviction, she should also immediately: 1. Apply for emergency rental assistance through her county's program 2. Contact 211 for other crisis resources 3. Let her landlord know she's applied for unemployment and is waiting for benefits Some landlords will work with tenants if they know there's potential income coming. She should get the eviction notice and her ESD claim information to her state representative again - be persistent and specific about the emergency nature of her situation.
Thank you for these resources. She's already reached out to her landlord who gave her until the end of the month before proceeding further with eviction. I'll make sure she knows about the rental assistance options and 211. I appreciate your help so much.
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my cousin had this happen and she said they sent all her backpay on a prepaid card even tho she had direct deposit set up for her regular payments... might want to watch your mail for that too just in case
Oh wow, really? That's good to know. I'll keep an eye on the mail too then. The last thing I need is to miss a card with that much money on it!
Just to follow up on this thread - any update on your payment? Did it arrive within the timeframe most of us suggested?
Yes! The money hit my account this morning - exactly 9 business days after the appeal decision. Thanks everyone for your help and advice through this. Such a relief to finally have this resolved after 8 months of fighting.
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i had this EXACT issue back in february. the esd website said paid on tuesday but the $ didnt show up til THE NEXT MONDAY!!!! i freaked out and called them everyday but they just kept saying "its processing, just wait" and they were right. super annoying tho when u have bills due!!!
UPDATE: The money finally hit my account this morning (Friday). So it took 4 days instead of the usual 1 day. Thanks everyone for your input - it helped me stop worrying! Seems like delays are just part of the process sometimes.
glad it worked out! 👍
Thanks for updating us! Yes, unfortunately these delays happen periodically. Just FYI - for future reference, if you ever do need to contact ESD about payment issues, specifically mention that you're experiencing a "hardship" due to delayed payment. This can sometimes get your case escalated, especially if you have documentation showing due bills that you're at risk of missing.
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Anybody else notice ESD is taking WAY longer on appeals this year??? My neibors appeal took 12 WEEKS start to finish!! system is broken!!
Appeal timelines can vary significantly based on current caseload. While some appeals are resolved quickly, others take longer, especially if there are scheduling conflicts with employers or if the case is particularly complex. The 3-6 week timeframe is an average, not a guarantee.
Update: Just received my hearing notice today - exactly 11 days after filing my appeal! The hearing is scheduled for 3 weeks from now. Thank you everyone for the advice. I'm gathering all my evidence and will submit it ahead of time as suggested. Will let you know how it goes!
Great news! Make sure to prepare and practice your testimony beforehand. Be concise and focus on the facts. And definitely submit that evidence of attempting to contact the manager - that's going to be crucial for your case. Good luck!
Elijah Brown
My brother got in BIG trouble with L&I cause they saw facebook pics of him volunteering at a community garden while claiming he couldnt work!!! they made him pay back like $6000!!! be careful what u post online too!!!
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Daniela Rossi
•Wow, that's terrifying! I was planning to post about the youth team on social media to recruit kids. Definitely going to wait until I get proper approval. Thanks for the warning!
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Natalie Chen
One final piece of advice: when you do get hold of your claim manager, ask them to document the conversation in your file. Get their email address and follow up with a summary of what was discussed. L&I claims can sometimes change hands, and having that paper trail of you actively seeking guidance shows you're acting in good faith.
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Daniela Rossi
•That's great advice. I'll make sure to get everything in writing. My appointment with my doctor is next Tuesday, so hopefully I can get this all sorted out before then. Thanks everyone for your help! I definitely don't want to jeopardize my claim.
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