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UPDATE: I used Claimyr and finally got through to an ESD agent! They confirmed my appeal was approved and that my benefits are being processed. Should receive back pay for all 13 weeks by next Friday! Such a relief. For anyone else dealing with this, the agent said after an appeal reversal they have up to 30 days to process payment, but average is 2-3 weeks. Thanks everyone for your help!
congrats!! bet that's a huge weight off your shoulders
That's amazing news about getting your back pay! I'm dealing with a similar situation - my hearing was last week and I just saw "reversed" on my account too. Reading through all these comments really helped me understand what to expect. It's so frustrating that ESD doesn't explain these statuses clearly anywhere. I'm definitely going to keep filing my weekly claims like everyone suggested. Fingers crossed mine processes faster than 5 weeks!
Hope yours goes smoothly too! One thing I learned is to screenshot everything in your eServices account - the status changes, dates, everything. The agent I talked to through Claimyr said having those details helps them track your case faster when you do get through to someone. Also keep an eye out for that Notice of Redetermination document - apparently that's when you know it's really official and processing has started. Good luck with your case!
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Hope your family situation improves soon OP. The financial stress on top of medical/family issues is really tough to deal with.
Thank you, I really appreciate the support. This thread has been really helpful even though the news isn't what I hoped for.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful information. It sounds like I really need to speak with Washington ESD directly about my specific situation rather than trying to figure it out on my own.
I'm definitely going to look into that. This is too important to leave to chance.
I went through something similar last year when I was on FMLA for my daughter's surgery. The waiting and uncertainty about what comes next is really stressful. Just make sure you get everything in writing from both your doctor and employer - those records will be crucial if you do end up needing to file for unemployment later once you're cleared to work again.
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File your claim TODAY if you haven't already. Every day you wait is money you can't get back. Even if there's adjudication, even if your employer contests it, file now.
Alright, you've all convinced me. I'm filing online as soon as I get home. Thanks everyone for the advice!
Good luck! Remember to file your weekly claims on time once you get set up, even if you're still waiting on the adjudication decision.
Just wanted to add that when you file your claim, make sure to be completely honest about the circumstances of your termination. Washington ESD will investigate anyway, and being upfront about the "performance issues" will work in your favor during adjudication. Also, keep all your termination paperwork - any write-ups, performance reviews, or termination letter. These documents can help prove it wasn't willful misconduct if your employer tries to contest the claim.
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I went through something similar in 2023 - the identity verification process is definitely frustrating when it comes after you've already moved on from unemployment. One thing that helped me was also sending the documents via certified mail to create a paper trail, in addition to the fax. The address is Washington State Employment Security Department, PO Box 9046, Olympia, WA 98507-9046. Also, when you call to confirm they received your documents, ask specifically for the reference number they assign to your identity verification case - this makes it much easier to track progress when you call back. The whole process took about 3 weeks for me once they confirmed receipt. Hang in there - it's a pain but it does get resolved eventually!
I'm dealing with a very similar situation right now - filed my claim in January and got hit with an identity verification issue from 2022 that I never knew about. It's so frustrating how they can hold up your current benefits for something that happened years ago when you weren't even actively claiming! I submitted my documents through both the online portal and fax about 10 days ago. Based on what everyone is sharing here, it sounds like I'm looking at another 2-3 weeks of waiting. The financial stress is real - I've already had to ask family for help with rent this month. One thing I learned from calling them (after using that Claimyr service someone mentioned - it really does work!) is that they process identity verification appeals in the order they receive them, so there's no way to expedite unless there's a true emergency situation. The agent also told me to keep detailed records of all my communication attempts in case I need to escalate later. Thanks for sharing your experience - it helps to know I'm not alone in this mess!
I'm so sorry you're going through this too! The financial stress is the worst part - it's like being punished twice for something that wasn't even your fault to begin with. I'm glad to hear the Claimyr service worked for you too, and that tip about keeping detailed records is really smart. It's frustrating that there's no way to expedite these cases, but at least knowing they process them in order gives some sense of where we stand in line. I hope your 2-3 week timeline holds true - please keep us posted on how it goes! We're definitely not alone in this, and sharing experiences like this really helps everyone navigate the system better.
Fatima Al-Maktoum
What if I move to another state while receiving Washington unemployment benefits?
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Ravi Sharma
•You can typically continue receiving Washington ESD benefits if you move to another state, but you need to notify them and continue to meet all the requirements including job search activities.
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Dylan Mitchell
•I moved to Oregon while on Washington unemployment and didn't have any issues as long as I kept filing my weekly claims and doing my job search.
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Mateo Hernandez
Based on what you've described, it sounds like you should definitely qualify for Washington ESD benefits! With 8 months at your retail job plus 6 months part-time before that, you likely have enough wages in your base period. Being laid off means it wasn't your fault, which is one of the key requirements. I'd recommend going ahead and filing your claim - the worst they can say is no, but it really sounds like you meet all the basic eligibility criteria. The online application will walk you through everything and calculate your base period wages automatically.
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