this happened to me back in september...my claim was pending for almost a month because my employer contested it saying i quit but i was actually laid off. i had NO IDEA this was happening until i finally got through to someone who told me. ended up having to submit documentation proving i was laid off. might be worth checking if your former employer is contesting your claim?

Just wanted to follow up on this thread - for claims in adjudication, make sure you're checking both your eServices Message Center AND your personal email daily. Sometimes ESD will email you directly or post a message requesting additional information. If you miss these communications, it can significantly delay your claim. Also, check your spam/junk folders. Many people miss important ESD communications because they end up there. If you do manage to get through to an agent using any of the methods suggested here, ask them to make a note in your file about your attempts to contact them. This can be helpful if there are any issues later regarding your availability or participation.

so any updates??? did ur status change yet or r u still stuck?

update us when u finally get through!! im about to reapply again soon and im dreading the whole process ugh

Just an update for everyone - I checked the ESD website and they've now posted an alert about the payment delay issue. They're stating all payments should be deposited by Friday at the latest. They're also advising claimants NOT to file duplicate weekly claims as this will further complicate things.

see told ya it would work out lol

Always take screenshots of your payment history and save any letters they send you about benefit amounts. ESD's system is notorious for weird glitches. I've had payments disappear from my payment history only to reappear weeks later. The documentation saved me when they tried to say I hadn't reported something correctly.

Glad to hear you got it resolved! For anyone else reading this thread with similar issues, here's what to remember: 1) Always check your ESD account for notices explaining payments, 2) Don't spend unexpected money until you confirm what it's for, 3) Keep detailed records of all communications and payments, and 4) Sometimes payments that seem like errors are actually legitimate adjustments based on wage recalculations or industry-specific programs.

dont forget to check if you qualify for pandemic benefits those are still happening i think

Hey just checking in - did u have any luck with WorkSource or finding some temp work? The construction industry usually picks up in spring so maybe things will get better soon???