SUCCESS! Found it under Correspondence with the 'Show All' option. It was dated January 28th so it's been there for weeks - I just wasn't looking far enough back. Thanks everyone for the suggestions, especially about checking different browsers and clearing cache. You all saved me from a lot more stress!

I'm so glad to see people finding their 1099-G forms! For anyone still struggling, here's a quick checklist based on what worked for others in this thread: 1) Log into your SecureAccess Washington account and go to Correspondence 2) Click "Show All" to see older documents (this seems to be the key!) 3) Look for documents from late January/early February 4) Try different browsers if you're having issues 5) Clear your browser cache and log out/back in. If none of that works, the "Annual Statements" section mentioned earlier might be worth checking too. Don't give up - the form is almost certainly there somewhere!

I went through this exact same situation last year with a construction layoff. The key thing is to file your claim the Sunday after your last day of work - that way you're officially unemployed and can start the clock on your waiting week. Don't file before your last day because that can cause issues, but don't wait too long either. I filed the Sunday after my Friday layoff and everything went smoothly. Make sure you have your employer info, Social Security card, and last few pay stubs ready when you file. The online system at esd.wa.gov works better than trying to call, especially on weekends when it's less busy. Also start thinking about your job search strategy now because you'll need to document 3 job search activities per week once you start filing weekly claims.

I just went through this process a few months ago when I was laid off from my warehouse job. The timing advice here is spot on - file as soon as you're actually unemployed, not before. I made the mistake of overthinking it and waited almost a week because I was scared of doing something wrong. That week delay meant I had to serve my waiting week later and it pushed back my first payment. One thing I'd add is to make sure you understand exactly what "unemployed" means for filing purposes. In Washington, you're considered unemployed starting the day after your last day of work, even if that last day was paid. So if Friday is your last day and you work a full shift, you can file on Saturday. Don't wait until Monday just because it feels like a "business day" - the online system works 24/7 and weekends are actually less busy. Also, definitely have your bank account info ready for direct deposit when you file. Getting a debit card in the mail takes longer and you want your first payment to come as quickly as possible once you get through the waiting period. The whole process is much less intimidating once you actually start it - the hardest part is just getting over the initial anxiety about filing.

This has been a really helpful thread. I'm going to bookmark it for future reference and share with anyone else who has questions about Washington ESD payment timing.

Just wanted to chime in as someone who's been through the Washington ESD system for about 8 months now. The Tuesday/Wednesday timeline is pretty accurate, but I'd also recommend setting up text alerts through your bank if they offer it. That way you'll know immediately when the deposit hits instead of constantly checking your account. Also, keep all your confirmation emails from ESD - they've been helpful when I've had to call about payment issues in the past.

Good luck with your appeal! Most of these employer misreporting cases get resolved in favor of the claimant once all the facts come out in the hearing. Just be honest and thorough in presenting your case.

I went through almost the exact same situation about 6 months ago! My employer somehow reported that I resigned when I was clearly laid off due to restructuring. The key thing that helped me win my appeal was getting a written statement from my former supervisor confirming the layoff details. If you can reach out to your supervisor or any HR contacts who were involved in the layoff decision, ask them to provide a brief written statement explaining what really happened. Even a simple email from them stating you were laid off due to downsizing can be powerful evidence for your hearing. Also, don't stress too much - these cases usually get resolved pretty quickly once the hearing officer sees the real facts.

Wishing you the best with this situation. It's never easy when employers make these kinds of decisions that force employees to choose between their job and their life circumstances.

I went through a similar situation about 8 months ago when my employer relocated from Bellevue to Yakima. The key thing that helped my case was creating a detailed cost-benefit analysis showing not just the time impact (my commute would have gone from 45 minutes to 3+ hours each way) but also the financial burden - gas, vehicle wear, potential lodging costs, etc. I calculated that the new commute would have cost me nearly $800 more per month and 25+ hours of additional drive time per week. Washington ESD approved my claim in about 2 weeks once I provided all the documentation. Your 4-hour each way situation is even more extreme, so you should have a strong case as long as you document everything thoroughly. Make sure to include any family obligations or other factors that make the move unreasonable for your specific situation.