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btw something else to know - in the hearing they record EVERYTHING so speak clearly and don't interrupt the judge. i did that in mine and the judge got super annoyed. also have all your dates memorized because they'll ask specific questions about when you started/ended each job. good luck!!
One last thing to prepare for: Even after you address the voluntary quit from Company A using the purge period evidence, they will still examine whether your termination from Company B qualifies you for benefits. Make sure you're also prepared to discuss: 1. The exact reason for your termination from Company B 2. Any warnings you received prior to termination 3. Whether you violated any company policies 4. Any documentation of the termination reason If you were terminated for misconduct, you could still be disqualified regardless of resolving the Company A issue. Misconduct includes things like willful disregard of employer interests, violation of reasonable policies after warnings, dishonesty, etc. However, if you were terminated for performance issues despite your best efforts, inability to meet job requirements despite trying, or business reasons (layoff, reduction in force), these are NOT misconduct and shouldn't disqualify you.
Fortunately, I was terminated from Company B due to a reduction in force. They eliminated my entire department due to budget cuts. I have the termination letter stating this, so I should be OK on that front. I'm hoping once we get past the Company A voluntary quit issue with the purge period evidence, the Company B termination will be straightforward since it was clearly not misconduct.
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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.
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?
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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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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this happened to me to. i just started applying for jobs in portland even tho i live in vancouver. never would have taken them but who cares ESD just wants to see the numbers
Just to clarify some of the advice here: while expanding your search area is reasonable, be careful about applying for jobs you have absolutely no intention of accepting. If you're offered a position and refuse it without good cause, ESD can disqualify you for benefits. "Good cause" typically means the job is unsuitable for your skills/experience, pays substantially less than your previous work, or would require an unreasonable commute. What constitutes an "unreasonable commute" varies, but generally anything over 1 hour each way might qualify - though ESD evaluates this case-by-case. If you're applying for remote positions or jobs in other cities with the genuine willingness to relocate if offered, that's completely legitimate. I'd suggest focusing on quality rather than quantity in your job search activities. Three meaningful activities each week that actually advance your employment prospects are better than scrambling to hit the number with activities that won't lead anywhere.
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When I had to call ESD about my military spouse thing, i had to call like 50 times before getting through!! The website is so confusing and the agents kept telling me different things. One told me I couldn't get benefits while working part time at all which was WRONG!!! Just keep trying and don't give up!!
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StormChaser
•That's why I ended up using Claimyr - couldn't deal with the constant busy signals and disconnects. Got through to someone who actually knew what they were talking about regarding partial benefits.
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Giovanni Rossi
To address your question about speeding up adjudication - unfortunately, there's no guaranteed way to expedite the process. However, ensuring your application is complete and providing all documentation upfront can help prevent additional delays. If you're experiencing financial hardship while waiting, you can request an expedited review by explaining your situation when you speak with an agent. Also, don't forget that you may qualify for a job search waiver for a few weeks after relocating. This means you won't have to perform the usual three job search activities per week immediately, giving you some time to settle in. Be sure to ask about this when you speak with ESD.
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Amara Adebayo
•Thank you so much for all this information! I'll definitely ask about the job search waiver. That would be really helpful during our transition period. I appreciate everyone's help on this thread!
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