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Make sure you list both the gross AND net amounts on the form. ESD needs to see both figures to properly process it. Also, in my experience, uploading the form through your eServices account is faster than mailing it. There should be an option under "Upload Documents" in your account. That way you can track that they received it.
I didn't even think about uploading it directly! That's a great tip, thank you. I'll definitely do that instead of mailing it in.
Just wanted to follow up - for the distribution code question, yes, Code 1 for early distribution is exactly what they need to see. And you should definitely include both the gross amount and the net amount after tax withholding. This helps them verify that it's properly documented as a non-reportable lump sum withdrawal versus ongoing retirement income that would affect your benefits.
Thanks for confirming! I've filled out the form with all the information everyone suggested and uploaded it through my eServices account. Fingers crossed this gets resolved quickly. I really appreciate everyone's help!
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I had a very similar issue last month. After trying unsuccessfully to reach someone by phone for days, I went to my local WorkSource office in person. They couldn't directly fix my claim issues, but the staff member was able to submit an internal message to ESD on my behalf flagging my account for urgent review. Within 3 days, I received a call from an ESD adjudicator who explained the issue and helped resolve it. Might be worth trying if you live near a WorkSource office.
That's a great idea! There's a WorkSource office about 30 minutes from us. If we still can't get through on the phone, we'll try going there in person. At this point we just need SOMEONE to tell us what's going on. I'll try Claimyr first thing tomorrow, and if that doesn't work, WorkSource is our next stop. Thank you all for the suggestions!
One last thing to try: check if there's a new "Questionnaire" or "Fact-finding" item in his eServices account. Sometimes these don't trigger notifications but have deadlines. If you find one, complete it ASAP and call to let them know it's done. Also, even if your benefits are currently disqualified, KEEP FILING the weekly claims without interruption. If the disqualification is reversed (which happens often when it's a system error or misunderstanding), you can only get back-payments for weeks you properly filed claims for.
Yes, he's definitely continuing to file every week! We learned that lesson early on. I'll have him check for any hidden questionnaires again - the eServices site is so confusing with things buried in weird places. Really appreciate everyone's help with this!
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my claim was stuck for 2 months but turns out it was because my previous employer contested it saying i quit when i was actually laid off. once i provided the termination letter it got resolved in like 3 days. might wanna check if ur employer is saying something different than u did about why u left
That's a good point. I have a good relationship with my former employer though, and they've confirmed they reported it as a layoff due to downsizing. I still have the layoff notice they gave me. But maybe there's some other discrepancy I'm not aware of.
Quick update question - have you been receiving any correspondence by mail? Some adjudication notices are still sent via postal mail rather than electronically, especially if they involve third-party information from your employer.
I've been checking my mail carefully and haven't received anything from ESD except the initial monetary determination letter back in July. Is there something specific I should be looking for?
The most important pieces would be any fact-finding questionnaires or interview notices. They typically come in official ESD envelopes with the department logo. If you haven't received any of these, that's actually good news - it likely means they're just backlogged rather than waiting on information from you. One last suggestion - if you have documentation related to your layoff (termination letter, severance agreement, etc.), go ahead and upload it to your eServices account under the document upload section. Sometimes being proactive with documentation can help move things along.
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One more critical tip: When you get your hearing notice, it will tell you how to submit evidence. Make sure you share all evidence with both the Office of Administrative Hearings AND your former employer by the deadline (usually 1 week before). If you miss this step, the judge might not consider your evidence. Also, prepare a clear, chronological statement about what happened. Practice explaining your situation concisely - judges appreciate when you can present your case in an organized way without rambling. Focus on facts rather than emotions, even though I know this is a stressful situation. Good luck with your appeal!
Thank you so much for the additional advice. I hadn't thought about practicing my statement, but that makes perfect sense. I tend to get a bit scattered when I'm nervous, so I'll definitely write out my key points and timeline to reference during the hearing.
has anyone had their employer just not show up to the hearing? mine didn't bother coming to the call and the judge basically had to rule in my favor since they couldn't prove their case without being there lol
Yes! This happened to me as well. My former employer made a big deal about contesting my claim but then never showed up for the hearing. The judge still asked me questions about what happened, but without the employer there to present evidence of misconduct, I won by default. It's actually pretty common from what I've heard from others.
That would be amazing if they didn't show up, but knowing my former employer, they'll have their entire HR and legal team there. They're a large healthcare system and really don't want to pay unemployment claims. I'm going to prepare as if they'll be fully represented.
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One other tip - if your claim is still not resolved after 6 weeks, you can request an "escalation" by sending a secure message through your ESD account. Go to the dashboard, click on "Send a message", then select "Claims Questions" from the dropdown. Explain that it's been X weeks since you filed a combined wage claim and there's still no update regarding your Oregon wages. Ask specifically for the claim to be escalated to a claims specialist. In the meantime, if you're facing financial hardship while waiting, be sure to indicate that as well. Sometimes they can expedite truly urgent cases.
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Freya Christensen
•Thank you for this tip! I'll definitely do that if I don't see any updates soon. I've been sending general messages but didn't specifically ask for escalation. Good to know about the financial hardship part too - I'll definitely mention that.
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AstroAlpha
Update: I checked the ESD handbook and found this official statement about combined wage claims: "Combined wage claims may take 30 business days or longer to process as we must wait for other states to transfer your wages." So unfortunately, your 3-week wait is still within the normal timeframe. I know it's frustrating, but at least according to their official guidance, you're not yet at the point where something has definitely gone wrong. Hang in there!
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Freya Christensen
•Thank you for finding this! It helps to know this delay is actually "normal" (even if it's ridiculous). I'll try to be more patient... but I might still try that Claimyr service if it goes much longer.
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