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This whole discussion has been super helpful. I'm probably going to be in the same situation soon so it's good to know what to expect.
Feel free to come back and ask questions when you file your claim. This community is pretty good about helping each other out.
Just went through this exact same situation last month. The waiting period is nerve-wracking but totally normal. In my case, I filed my initial claim on a Monday, got approved within a week, did my first weekly claim that Sunday, and then had to wait through the mandatory waiting week. My first actual payment hit my account on a Wednesday about 2.5 weeks after filing. The key thing is to keep doing your weekly claims religiously even while waiting - missing even one can throw off your whole payment schedule. Also double-check your direct deposit info is correct in your account settings. Hang in there, it does come through!
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My sister had her hearing back in January and she got her letter in exactly 9 days. Apparently it took so long because the judge was writing up a really detailed explanation. She won her case btw, after being denied initially. So don't lose hope!
I'm currently waiting for my appeal decision too - had my hearing 3 days ago for a work availability issue. Reading through everyone's experiences here is both reassuring and nerve-wracking! It sounds like the timeline can really vary, but most people seem to hear back within 2 weeks. One thing I'm curious about - for those who won their appeals, did you notice any changes in your eServices account before the letter arrived? I've been checking it obsessively but not sure what exactly to look for. Also, has anyone had success calling that OAH number that Sergio mentioned to check on status? The waiting is definitely the hardest part, especially when you're behind on bills. Fingers crossed for both of us Leslie! Based on what you described about the employer not showing up and you having documentation, it sounds like you have a strong case.
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my brother had this happen and it was cuz they needed more info from his old job but nobody told him!! check if theres any letters in your esd message center maybe
One other thing to check - log in to your SAW account directly (not through the ESD link) and see if there are any identity verification notices there. Sometimes those don't show up properly in the ESD portal. Also, double-check that all your contact information is up-to-date in both systems. If you've been waiting more than 3 weeks with no change in status, reaching a claims agent is really your best option. Unfortunately, the phone system is completely overwhelmed right now due to the seasonal layoffs in construction and hospitality.
Update: I finally got through to ESD this morning after trying the suggestions here! The agent said my claim was flagged for manual review because I had two employers in the past 18 months (my full-time job and a weekend side gig). They needed additional information about my side job that wasn't requested in the original application. The agent was able to take the information over the phone and said my claim should be processed within 72 hours. Thanks everyone for your help and suggestions!
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I tried calling Washington ESD about this same issue but couldn't get through. Ended up using Claimyr like others mentioned and got connected right away. The agent walked me through the whole benefit year extension process step by step. Much better than trying to figure it out from the website alone.
That's the third person in this thread who mentioned Claimyr. Must actually work.
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I'm going through this exact same situation right now! My benefit year ends in about 10 days and I was totally lost about what to do next. This thread has been incredibly helpful - I had no idea I needed to file a completely new claim. I've been unemployed for almost the full year and was worried my benefits would just disappear. Now I know to file the new claim online next week and keep all my documentation ready. The tip about screenshotting everything from my current claim is gold - definitely doing that tomorrow. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences!
Andre Rousseau
That's great news! Smart move getting the conversation documented in your account notes. For future reference, always try calling right at opening time (8:00 AM) or during the mid-afternoon lull (2:00-3:00 PM) for the shortest wait times.
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Khalid Howes
Glad you got it sorted out! Your experience is really helpful for others in similar situations. I'm curious - when you called at 8 AM, did you use the regular unemployment number or a specific department line? I've been trying to reach them about a different issue and wondering if there's a better number to try. Also good to know about the 2-3 PM window - I'll definitely try that timing if I can't get through in the morning.
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