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.

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!

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.

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.

Final thought - document everything when you call. Get the representative's name case number if they give you one and confirmation that they're processing your late claim. Helps avoid confusion later.

Don't stress too much - this happens to more people than you'd think! I missed a week about 3 months ago and was in the same panic mode. I got through to Washington ESD after trying for most of the day (kept getting the busy signal) but they were actually really helpful once I reached someone. They filed a late claim for me right over the phone and I just had to explain that I forgot due to a schedule change that week. The payment came through about a week later than usual but I didn't lose any benefits. Keep trying to call and make sure you file this week's claim on time regardless. You've got this!

This is so helpful to read! I'm dealing with almost the exact same situation - got my approval letter but stuck in adjudication for 3 weeks now. The part about date discrepancies between what you reported vs your employer is really interesting because I think that might be what's happening with my claim too. I put my termination date as when I was told I was being let go, but my employer might have reported it as my last day actually worked (which was 2 days later due to notice period). Already sent an email to the Governor's office after reading this thread - hoping I get similar results! Really appreciate everyone sharing their experiences here, it makes this whole confusing process feel less isolating.

I'm going through something very similar! Filed in late December and got my approval letter last week, but everything is still showing "in adjudication" in my account. It's so confusing getting that approval letter only to find out you're still not getting paid. Reading through all these responses has been incredibly helpful though - I had no idea about the Governor's office email option or that date discrepancies were such a common issue. I think my situation might also be a date problem because I was laid off on a Friday but my employer had me finish out the week, so there might be confusion about my actual last day. Definitely going to try emailing constituent.services@gov.wa.gov today. Thank you everyone for sharing your experiences and tips - this community is a lifesaver when you're trying to navigate this maze of a system!