This reminds me of my claim from last fall. Actually my situation was a little different because it wasn't the governor's office, but I had to get my union rep involved. The alert thing happened to me too though. ESD's website has all these weird quirks that make you question your sanity sometimes. Like, did I really see that notification or am I just desperate and imagining things? Anyway, in my case it took about two weeks after escalation, but then everything went through at once.

I just realized I didn't answer your full question. After the governor's office got involved with my claim, I received a call from an ESD specialist about 8 business days later. The call came from a blocked number, and they asked me several verification questions before discussing my claim. The specialist had clearly reviewed my file before calling. Once they fixed the issue, my portal updated within 24 hours and payment came 2 days after that. The ESD specialist mentioned they prioritize governor-elevated claims, but they still work through them in the order received. Depending on the current backlog, it could be 5-15 business days before you hear anything. If you're worried about missing a call, add a note to your ESD account (through the Contact Us section) stating your availability and best contact methods. Sometimes this helps ensure they reach you.

Don't stress too much about this. Yes, ESD's systems are frustrating, but they do eventually sort things out. Just make sure you're completely honest about everything. The worst thing you can do is try to hide information because you're worried about delays. That's what really triggers the fraud investigations that can take months to resolve.

Based on all the advice here, I'd recommend taking these steps immediately: 1. Send that detailed message through eServices explaining the date discrepancy 2. Get documentation from your supervisor about your actual last day worked 3. Continue filing weekly claims accurately, reporting any additional income 4. If you don't see movement within a week, try to speak with an ESD representative directly The good news is that date mismatches are common enough that there are established procedures for handling them. The key is documenting everything clearly.

DONT QUIT!!!! Apply for partial unemployment right now while ur still working!!! My cousin did this when her retail hours got cut from 38 to 22 and she got partial benefits every week + kept her job. Then she found a better full time job while still getting some benefits. If u quit first u might get nothing!!!

One more important thing: if you do file for partial unemployment while still working reduced hours, you need to accurately report your earnings each week. Calculate your gross earnings (before taxes) for each week according to when you actually worked, not when you got paid. Also, be aware there's a formula ESD uses - they don't just pay the difference between your old and new wages. They deduct 75% of your earnings from your weekly benefit amount. So if your weekly benefit would be $400, and you earn $200 at your part-time job, they'd deduct $150 (75% of $200) from your benefit, leaving you with $250 in unemployment plus your $200 in wages.

my cousin works at esd and she says they're super backlogged right now because of some new system update they did in january. lots of claims getting flagged for adjudication automatically even when there's nothing wrong. keep calling and eventually you'll get thru!

Quick update on the adjudication process based on recent changes: ESD has actually modified their notification system in 2025. You should be receiving an automated alert in your eServices account explaining the general category of the adjudication issue, even if not the specific details. If you're not seeing this, it could indicate a technical problem with your account. I'd recommend checking that your contact information is up-to-date in the system, and also try accessing your account from a different browser or device to see if the alert shows up. Sometimes the eServices portal has display issues with certain browsers.

Does your cousin know why they make this rule?? It seems so pointless!

She said it's because until you actually start getting paid, there's always a chance the job falls through. They've had too many people stop looking for work because of a

These WorkSource appointments are a complete waste of time designed to make it harder to collect benefits! I was forced to sit through a 2-hour "workshop" with 20 other people where they taught us how to use Indeed and write a resume. Like we don't know how to search for jobs online? I literally have 15 years experience in my field and they treated us all like we were teenagers looking for our first job. Total bureaucratic hoop-jumping.

Update: I attended my WorkSource appointment today. For anyone else who gets one of these letters, here's what happened: It was about an hour long, first in a group setting where they explained all the services (job search help, training opportunities, workshops) and then we had individual meetings with a counselor. They reviewed my job search activities so far and suggested some industries I hadn't considered that match my skills. They also scheduled me for a resume workshop next week. Overall not as stressful as I feared and actually somewhat helpful!

i got so confusd by all this when i filed!!! the esd website is THE WORST. they dont explain anything clearly. i kept thinking my waiting week meant i did something wrong on my claim lol. but yeah you get 26 actual payment weeks and then your done. also make sure u do your work search activities every week or theyll cut you off!!!

One final clarification that might help: When people refer to "maximum benefits," they're talking about two different limits: 1. Time limit: Up to 26 weeks of payments within your 52-week benefit year 2. Monetary limit: The maximum total dollar amount you can receive (shown on your monetary determination letter) You'll reach the end of your benefits when you hit EITHER of these limits, whichever comes first. Most people hit the time limit first, but if you consistently receive partial payments due to part-time work, you might reach the full 52 weeks before exhausting your monetary maximum.

One other thing no one mentioned - if you have specialized skills from your manufacturing job, check with your local community colleges. Many have job placement services and connections with employers looking for experienced manufacturing workers. My husband got his current job through a community college program after 12 years at his previous company. Just something else to add to your search options!

Great discussion here. Just wanted to add one more important point: if at any time you're offered a job but turn it down, be very careful. ESD has specific rules about refusing suitable work, and it can affect your benefits. Generally, you need to accept offers that are similar to your previous work unless there's a significant issue with wages, working conditions, or distance. Also, once you start working again, even part-time, you need to report all hours and earnings on your weekly claims. ESD will adjust your benefit amount based on what you earn (you can still receive partial benefits if you're working part-time below a certain threshold). Good luck with your search! The first few weeks are the hardest, but it does get easier as you develop a routine.

When mine got approved last year i had to wait almost 2 weeks for backpay but then regular weekly payments started coming on time after that. so confusing why it works different for everyone, like some people get paid in 2 days and others wait weeks??? makes no sense

FINAL UPDATE: The money arrived in my bank account this morning! So the full timeline was: - Monday: Approval letter - Wednesday: Status changed to "paid" in eServices - Friday morning: Money in my bank account Thanks again to everyone who helped explain the process and timeline. Such a relief to finally have this resolved after 3 months of stress and uncertainty. Hope this helps anyone else going through adjudication!

Update for everyone: I just checked the ESD Twitter account (@ESDwaWorks) and they've acknowledged the login issues. They posted about 3 hours ago that they're experiencing technical difficulties with the SecureAccess Washington authentication system and are working to resolve it. They recommend trying again later today or tomorrow morning when the fix should be implemented.

guys i just got in!!! try now, seems like they fixed whatever was broken