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When I got a job after being on unemployment for 6 months, I just stopped filing claims. Years later I found out that was a bad idea because my claim wasn't properly closed and ESD thought I might have been working while collecting benefits. They did an investigation and everything. Definitely follow the proper process!
Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice! To summarize what I'll do: 1. File my claim for this week normally since I haven't started working yet 2. File next week's claim and answer YES to the question about returning to full-time work 3. Report my start date correctly as 5/15/2025 4. Update my WorkSource profile to show I'm employed I appreciate all the warnings about what NOT to do too - definitely helps me avoid potential problems!
Sounds like you've got it all covered! And congratulations again on the new job!
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wait do u need to kep doing job serch after winning appeal? i thought once u win u just get paid automatically?
You still need to meet all eligibility requirements for each week you're claiming, including job search activities (unless you had an approved standby status). The commissioner's decision just establishes that the separation from employment wasn't your fault, but you still need to satisfy all other eligibility requirements.
UPDATE: I called ESD this morning and finally got through after being on hold for 2.5 hours! The agent confirmed they received the Commissioner's decision and are processing it. They're allowing me to backfile for all the weeks I missed, but I have to answer the job search questions for each week. She said I should see the payments within 7-10 business days. Thanks everyone for your help and advice!
Wow, only 2.5 hours? You got lucky! Make sure to check your account daily and call back if you don't see the payments posted by the date they promised. They told me 7-10 days too and it took 3 weeks plus multiple calls...
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One other important thing to remember is that you still need to do your 3 job search activities each week, even while the overpayment is being sorted out. I've seen people get denied because they thought they could skip this requirement while dealing with other ESD issues. Keep detailed records of all your job search activities!
Thanks for the reminder! I'll make sure to start tracking everything. Do you know if they're still accepting virtual job fairs as one of the activities?
Just to follow up on your question - yes, virtual job fairs still count as a job search activity as of 2025. Also, I want to clarify about the offset process: while 50% is standard, ESD does have an official financial hardship application that can reduce the offset percentage if you can demonstrate that the 50% offset would cause significant financial hardship. You'll need to provide documentation of your expenses versus income. The form is available in your eServices account under the "Upload a Document" section.
This is incredibly helpful information! I'll look for that hardship form in eServices right after I submit my initial claim. Really appreciate everyone's advice - feeling much less anxious about this whole situation now.
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What a nightmare these different systems are! I had to transition from PFML to UI last year after a surgery and ended up in adjudication hell for SIX WEEKS because of confusion about my work status. ESD kept saying I wasn't able to work even though I had a doctor's note - turns out they were looking at my PFML end date incorrectly. TRUST ME - apply exactly on January 5th (not before, not after), upload that doctor's note immediately, AND call ESD on the same day to explain your situation. You need to get ahead of any potential confusion. Also, make sure your PFML claim shows as properly closed in the system. I'd go with the seasonal layoff explanation if your employer agrees. Anything medical-related tends to trigger extra scrutiny from ESD about whether you're truly able and available for work.
Six weeks?! That's terrifying. I'm definitely going to be proactive about this. How do I check that my PFML claim is properly closed? Is that something I need to do, or does it happen automatically when the benefit period ends?
It should close automatically, but nothing is truly automatic with these systems! Log into your PFML account after your last payment and check that it shows your claim as completed/closed. If you see anything weird, definitely call them. The biggest issue is when one system shows you're still on medical leave while you're telling another system you're able to work. That contradiction is what causes the adjudication nightmare.
Wait you can go from PFML straight to unemployment??? I thought that wasn't allowed!
Yes, you absolutely can transition from PFML to UI as long as you meet the qualification criteria for unemployment. The key requirements are: 1. You must be able and available for work (which the doctor's note establishes) 2. You must have lost your job through no fault of your own (seasonal layoff qualifies) 3. You must have worked enough hours in your base year to qualify There's no rule preventing someone from receiving PFML and then UI - they're separate benefit programs with different purposes and eligibility requirements.
oh wow ok thats good to know! i always thought it was one or the other
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any update??? did u get thru to someone???
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UPDATE: I finally got through!!! Used that Claimyr service someone recommended and got connected to an ESD agent who transferred me directly to my adjudicator at 3:45pm! We had a quick 10-minute conversation about my disability accommodations, and she said everything looks good and she'll be approving my claim! Such a relief! Thanks everyone for your help!
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