I wanted to add one more thing - make sure you keep documenting your job searches each week, even while you're trying to resolve this issue. Once an agent fixes your claim status, you'll need to back-file for any missed weeks, and they'll ask for your job search details for each of those weeks. If you don't have them, you could lose benefits for those periods. The law requires 3 job search activities per week, and you need to record: - Date of contact - Company name - Company contact information (phone or email) - Position applied for - Method of contact - Result of contact Keep this documentation even if you can't file currently.

when i had this happen i just kept checking the website every single day and suddenly the claim button magically reappeared after like 10 days lol... esd works in mysterious ways 😂

yea i remeber it took like 2 weeks for me... the annoying thing is they dont let u know when they mail it. also make sure u keep the envelope it comes in! has ur activation instructions. i threw mine out accidentally had to figure it out from their website lol

One additional detail I forgot to mention - after you receive the ReliaCard, you'll need to create an online account with US Bank to manage it. This is separate from your ESD account. You'll be able to check your balance, set up alerts for deposits, and even transfer money from the card to your personal bank account (which many people do to avoid the ATM fees).

i had something kinda similar happen last year and the thing that helped me most was getting everything organized before my appeal hearing. i made a timeline with all the events, reports, and my termination with dates, and referenced my evidence for each point (like "see exhibit A for email to HR on 3/5"). the judge seemed to really appreciate having everything laid out clearly because these cases can get complicated and they handle so many appeals. also practice explaining your situation clearly without getting too emotional (hard i know!!) because you want to come across professional in the hearing.

Update: I talked to the ESD claims specialist today (finally!). They said since my employer is claiming misconduct, my case is being sent to adjudication for further review. They're going to interview both me and my former employer next week. The specialist recommended I upload my documentation showing the timeline of harassment reports and the retaliation that followed. She also said that my case would be stronger if I could get statements from any former coworkers willing to confirm my version of events. Not sure if anyone will be brave enough to speak up though since they're afraid for their own jobs.

hey i just had this same issue!!! i thought i was going crazy lol. fyi i had to turn off my pop-up blocker to get the 1099 to open when i clicked on it in eservices. might want to check that if you find the form but it won't open

Just wanted to follow up to make sure you found your 1099-G. If you're still having trouble, there's one more option - you can submit a secure message through eServices specifically requesting your 1099-G. Go to your eServices account > Click on "Send a message" > Select "I need a copy of my 1099-G" from the dropdown menu. They're supposed to respond within 5-7 business days, which might still give you enough time before the tax deadline.

my sister in law works at esd and she says funerals count as personal business so u def need to report those days as not available! dont mess it up or they might audit u later

Thanks everyone for the helpful advice. I'll mark "No" for the days I'm out of state and explain it's for a funeral in the comments. It sounds like I'll get partial benefits for that week which is completely fair. I appreciate all the responses!