One more important tip - at the end of the hearing, the judge will typically ask if you have anything else to add. Use this opportunity to briefly summarize your main points: 1. You quit primarily because your hours were reduced by approximately 50% 2. This reduction exceeds the 25% threshold established in WAC 192-150-120 3. The reduction made it financially impossible to continue the employment 4. You've provided documentation proving the reduction Keep it under 60 seconds, be respectful, and thank the judge for their time. This final summary can be very effective as it's often the last thing they'll remember when making their decision.

make sure u tell us how it goes!!! good luck!!

Quick update: to find your state representative, go to app.leg.wa.gov/districtfinder/ and enter your address. It will show you who represents your district. Email them explaining your situation, include your claim ID number, and specifically mention you're facing potential eviction due to the delay. They can't guarantee fast results, but legislative inquiries often get prioritized.

UPDATE: Success! I wanted to update everyone in case it helps someone else. I tried three things from the advice here: 1. Uploaded additional documents showing my current address 2. Used Claimyr to get through to an agent who actually looked at my file 3. Contacted my state representative Not sure which one did the trick (maybe all three?), but my identity was verified yesterday and I just got all my back payments! The ESD agent I spoke to through Claimyr told me there was a note on my account that my case had been expedited due to hardship. Thanks to everyone who offered advice. This community was so helpful when I was panicking!

btw make sure ur checking ur eServices messages and spam folder. sometimes they send important notices that u need to respond to and if u miss them it delays everything!

Update after reviewing your situation more carefully: Since you had multiple employers and one job ended due to lack of work (seasonal), you should still qualify for benefits even if they determine the quit wasn't for good cause. They'll likely just apply a denial period for the voluntary quit portion. This is good news because it means you should eventually receive benefits regardless of the quit determination, though there might be a disqualification period. The main thing causing delay is probably just the investigation process for the job separation issues.

Just wanted to add that you might want to consider applying for other assistance programs while you wait for your new UI eligibility: - SNAP benefits (food stamps) - Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) if you have children - Housing assistance through local programs - Utility assistance programs Also, make sure you're ready to file immediately when your benefit year ends. Mark the exact date on your calendar and file your new claim that same day to avoid any delays in receiving benefits. With 1000 hours, you're well above the 680-hour requirement, so you should be approved quickly once you're eligible to file.

I went thru something kinda similar last year and ended up driving for doordash while i was waiting to be able to file a new claim. not great money but it kept me afloat and the schedule was flexible. might be worth looking into gig work just to get you through until july.

During the appeal process, you can request a "stay" on collections, which will prevent them from adding interest or taking collection actions while your case is being decided. There's a specific form for this on the ESD website under "Benefit Payment Control." Also, make sure you continue to carefully document all communication with your former employer. If they reach out to you about this matter, keep records of everything. Sometimes employers will try to get you to admit to something that could hurt your case. In my experience, these appeals typically take 6-10 weeks to resolve, so prepare for a bit of a wait. The hearing itself usually only lasts about an hour.

Yes, if you're still claiming benefits you absolutely must continue your job search activities (3 per week) and report them accurately. Your current appeal situation doesn't change your ongoing eligibility requirements. Make sure you report your part-time work and earnings correctly too - mistakes there could lead to additional issues. Also, while waiting for your appeal, it's a good idea to check your eServices account regularly. Sometimes important notices are only posted there and not mailed.