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btw make sure ur doing ur job search activities EXACTLY right!!! i got denied because i didnt put phone numbers for 2 applications i submitted online. so stupid. had to appeal and it took FOREVER
This is an important point. The job search documentation requirements are very specific. For online applications where you don't have contact information, you should include the website URL, the company name, and any confirmation number or email you received. If you're just putting "applied online" without these details, they might disqualify you.
Edwards Hugo
UPDATE: Just wanted to let everyone know that I was finally able to reach someone at ESD this morning (called right at 8am and only waited about 30 minutes). Turns out there was a discrepancy between my reported work history and what my employer reported. The agent was able to verify my information and override the hold on my claim. She said I should see approval within 48 hours! Thanks everyone for your help and suggestions.
Alfredo Lugo
•That's great news! This is exactly why getting through to an actual person makes such a huge difference. Glad you got it resolved!
Perfect example of how something that takes weeks to resolve automatically can be fixed in minutes with human intervention. Glad you got through!
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I was in virtually the same boat last year! The key for me was getting through to an actual ESD person. After I finally reached someone (took forever), they were able to see that my claim was just sitting there waiting for an adjudicator assignment. The agent escalated it and I got my determination within a week after that. Keep trying to reach a human!
THIS. The system is designed to make you wait but sometimes just talking to a human can move things along. Problem is GETTING to a human at ESD is like winning the lottery 🙄
Carmen Ortiz
UPDATE: I finally got through to ESD! Used that Claimyr service mentioned above and was connected to an agent within an hour. The agent confirmed my suspicion - they were waiting for a response from Job B about my separation. The agent noted that my uploaded emails showed good evidence of constructive discharge and flagged my case for expedited review. Should hear something within a week! Thank you all for the advice and support during this stressful time.
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Lourdes Fox
i thought u could only get unemployment once for the same job lol. didnt know u could keep claiming after benefit year ends
That's a common misconception. You're entitled to your full benefit amount (typically 26 weeks) during your benefit year, which is 52 weeks from when you first apply. If your benefit year ends and you haven't used all your benefits, you can apply for a new benefit year if you still meet the eligibility requirements. However, to qualify for a new benefit year, you generally need to have worked and earned wages since the beginning of your previous benefit year. This is called the "requalification requirement." The OP likely worked after their initial claim but before they reactivated it 6 weeks ago.
Teresa Boyd
UPDATE: I called ESD this morning (tried for 2 hours and finally got through). The agent confirmed they DO need to contact my employer again but said she put a note on my file that this was recently verified and requested expedited processing. She said it shouldn't take the full 6 weeks but couldn't promise anything. Just wanted to share in case anyone else runs into this situation!
That's great news! The note should definitely help speed things up. Make sure you continue filing your weekly claims during this time. Did they say anything about when you might receive your first payment?
Teresa Boyd
•They said I probably won't get payments until the adjudication is complete, but they'll be retroactive. So I need to keep filing weekly in the meantime.
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Natalie Wang
One time my payment went to my old address even though I updated my info. Maybe double check your contact info is current?
That would only matter if they were getting a paper check. For KeyBank card deposits, the address doesn't affect fund transfers.
Just to add a bit more info - ESD and KeyBank operate as separate entities. Once ESD shows "paid," the transaction is in KeyBank's hands. You can actually call KeyBank's unemployment debit card customer service directly at 1-866-295-2955 to check pending deposits. Sometimes they can see pending transfers before they're fully processed.
Aaron Lee
•Update: I called KeyBank, and they said there IS a pending deposit that should be available by tomorrow! Thank you all for the help and keeping me from panicking!
Everett Tutum
This is a good reminder that there are escalation paths when your claim is stuck. In order of escalation:\n\n1. Regular ESD phone lines (888-318-6022)\n2. Submit a message through your eServices account\n3. Contact your state representative or senator\n4. Contact the governor's office\n\nFor those struggling to get through on the phone, calling right when they open at 8:00 AM often works best. Thursday and Friday tend to have slightly lower call volumes than early in the week.\n\nCongratulations on getting your issue resolved!
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Effie Alexander
Thank you for listing this out! I've been trying #1 and #2 for weeks with no luck. Guess I'll start moving up the chain...
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