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One more important note: When filing your appeal, specifically request what's called a "de novo review" of your entire claim. This means the judge will look at your case from scratch, not just the availability issue. Since you already have a favorable ruling on the voluntary quit issue, this could be advantageous. Also, contact the Administrative Hearings Coordinator and request that your previous favorable decision be included in the record for your new appeal. This creates a stronger paper trail showing that part of your eligibility has already been established.
Ben Cooper
•Thank you so much! I'm learning so much about how this system works. I'll definitely request the de novo review and contact the hearings coordinator about including my previous decision.
Naila Gordon
To answer your earlier question - yes, absolutely continue filing your weekly claims while appealing. If you win your appeal, they can only pay you for weeks you properly filed claims. And file your appeal online through eServices so you have immediate confirmation it was received. The clock is ticking on that 30-day deadline!
Ben Cooper
•I'll keep filing my weekly claims for sure. I submitted the appeal this morning through eServices. Now I'm trying to get through to someone on the phone to understand exactly why they made this determination. Thanks again for all the help.
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Quick update from my earlier comment - I should mention that if you selected the ESD debit card option instead of direct deposit, it typically takes 7-10 business days to receive your card in the mail for first-time payments. The funds will be available as soon as you activate the card though.
I definitely chose direct deposit! No way I was waiting for a card in the mail with bills due. But good info for others who might be reading this thread.
Talia Klein
did ur money come thru yet??
Yes! Just checked and it hit my account around 6am this morning. So about 24 hours total. Such a relief!
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Update for everyone: ESD just posted on their Twitter account that they're experiencing technical difficulties with the weekly claims filing system. They expect it to be resolved by 8pm tonight. They apologize for the inconvenience and confirm this won't affect benefit payments as long as you file before the weekly deadline (Saturday at 11:59pm).
Mason Lopez
•Thank you SO MUCH for sharing this update! I really appreciate it. I'll check back after 8pm. What a relief that it's just a system issue and not something wrong with my claim specifically.
Vera Visnjic
I just tried again and it's working for me now! Looks like they fixed it earlier than expected. You might want to try again.
Mason Lopez
•Just checked and it's working for me too! Claim is filed. Thanks everyone for your help and suggestions. What a stressful few hours that was!
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Adriana Cohn
Congrats on getting approved! That's the hardest part tbh. The WorkSource stuff is annoying but straightforward. Just make sure you actually attend!
Melody Miles
One more thing to add: during your WorkSource appointment, ask them specifically about the job search requirements for your industry. Construction often has different considerations because of its seasonal nature. If you already have a return-to-work date, bring documentation from your employer stating when you'll return (exact date is important). This can help you qualify for standby status, which would exempt you from job search requirements for a specific period. The maximum standby period in Washington is normally 8 weeks, but there are sometimes extensions for certain industries like construction.
Thank you! I just texted my foreman and he's going to email me something on company letterhead with my return date. Fingers crossed for standby status!
Javier Torres
The REAL question is why does ESD still have a phone system from the stone age when everything else in the world has moved online?? They've had YEARS to fix this!! And don't even get me started on their "new and improved" website that's down for maintenance every other weekend. I swear they do this on purpose to make people give up on claiming benefits.
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Malik Johnson
•I understand the frustration, but the phone system actually serves an important purpose for people with limited internet access, disabilities, or language barriers. The integration issues are definitely a problem though. ESD has been allocated funds to upgrade their systems, but these large government IT projects take time to implement properly.
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Javier Torres
•Ok fine but its 2025! We shouldnt have government systems that cant talk to each other! My smart fridge can order groceries but ESD cant figure out if I filed a claim or not???
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NebulaNomad
is there a time limit on filing weekly claims? i missed last week and wondering if i can still file or if im out of luck
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CosmicCommander
•@user123 - That's a completely different question from what OP was asking, but yes, you have until the end of the following week to file a weekly claim. So if you missed last week, file it ASAP before this week ends. You'll need to provide a good reason for filing late, and it might delay your payment.
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