has anyone else noticed that esd's system always seems to flag claims randomly for adjudication??? like i've filed for unemployment 3 times in 6 years and EVERY SINGLE TIME i get stuck in adjudication for weeks with no explanation. like why even have the system if every claim gets flagged anyway???

Update: I used the hardship expedition request that someone suggested below and actually got through to a person! They confirmed my claim is still waiting for an adjudicator but because I have a late notice for utilities, they've marked my claim for expedition. They said it could still take 1-2 weeks but that's better than continuing to wait indefinitely. Thanks everyone for the suggestions and support. I'll post again when I hear anything more.

wat bout ur work search requirements??? u gotta do those even while waiting for approval!!!

Another thing - check your spam folder EVERYDAY! I missed an important ESD email asking for additional documents and it delayed my claim by 3 weeks. Their emails sometimes get filtered out by Gmail and Outlook.

forgot to answer ur question about how long adjudication took... mine was 6 WEEKS!!! total nightmare. and yeah the calling thing is brutal. i literally had to set aside a whole day just for calling over and over

whatever u do DONT tell them u found another job if u haven't started yet!!! my friend did that and they immediately closed her claim even tho she didn't start for another month!

I want to correct some misconceptions I'm seeing in this thread. For qualifying for Training Benefits with ESD, you need to submit your application within the first 5 weeks of your claim or within 5 weeks of Trade Act certification. It's not automatically granted - you need to show that: 1. Your occupation is declining or your skills are obsolete 2. The training will lead to employment opportunities 3. You can successfully complete the training For the original poster, your transition from manufacturing QC to data analysis could potentially qualify, especially if you can demonstrate that manufacturing jobs in your area are declining. Regarding age discrimination - while it absolutely happens, ESD's role isn't to address hiring discrimination but to provide benefits while you search for work. EEOC or your state's human rights commission handles discrimination claims. For meeting job search requirements when options seem limited, remember that the requirement is 3 job search ACTIVITIES per week, not just applications. Networking events, skills workshops, and informational interviews all count.

To answer your most recent question - Commissioner Approved Training (CAT) doesn't have the same strict timeline as Training Benefits. You can apply for CAT at any point during your claim. The main difference is that CAT waives your job search requirements while you're in training, but doesn't extend your benefit period like Training Benefits does. Based on everything you've shared, I'd recommend: 1. Try to get through to ESD (using that Claimyr service if needed) to discuss your specific situation 2. Visit a WorkSource office in person to speak with someone about the programs for older workers 3. Look into the SSAP (Strategies for Success Assessment Program) through WorkSource which helps identify transferable skills Don't give up! There are resources designed specifically for situations like yours.

i h8 when companies do this!!!! my friend works at a tech company and they did the same thing last year during "restructuring" and called it a "flexible work arrangement" lolol there is NOTHING flexible about it its just a pay cut without saying pay cut

make sure u file ur appeal quikk. u only have like 30 days from when they sent the denial i think. alot of people miss the deadline.

my cousin works at a community health clinic and she says they have sliding scale fees even if you don't have insurance! might be worth looking into while you wait for real coverage. also some pharma companies have programs where you can get meds cheaper if you're uninsured. good luck!!!!

As a quick follow-up - besides the Health Benefit Exchange, also check if your previous employer is required to offer COBRA continuation coverage. It's usually expensive but provides the exact same coverage you had before. Also, once your adjudication is complete and your claim is approved, make sure to update your income information with the Health Benefit Exchange so your subsidies are calculated correctly.

The whole system is designed to be confusing on purpose! Back in 2022 I got stuck in an endless loop of "reopen claim" vs "file new claim" buttons that kept sending me back and forth. Then they penalized ME for supposedly filing incorrectly. The ESD website is a joke and their instructions contradict themselves half the time.

my cousin had this happen and he just called ESD directly and they helped him reopen it right then on the phone. took like 10 mins

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I had a similar issue last year with my claim. Spent weeks trying to reach someone. What worked for me was contacting my state representative's office. They have liaisons who work directly with ESD. I emailed my representative explaining my situation, and their office contacted ESD on my behalf. Got a call from ESD within 48 hours after that. Maybe worth a try?

After trying all the suggestions here, did you ever get through? I'm curious which method ended up working for you.

Based on your last comment about marking unavailable for a doctor's appointment, that might be the issue. While it seems minor, ESD's system can flag this. Your appeal should specifically address this, explaining that a brief medical appointment doesn't make you unavailable for work in general (courts have upheld this interpretation). For the appeal, I recommend: 1. Be very specific about dates and times 2. Explain your overall availability for work 3. Reference any job search activities you performed that week 4. Include any communications with potential employers An Administrative Law Judge will review your case, and having detailed documentation will help tremendously.

when i had my appeal last yr the judge person was actually really nice. they overturned my disqualification bcuz ESD made the mistake not me. took like 6 weeks tho from when i filed appeal till hearing. u might get lucky and they fix it before hearing happens. keep checking ur online account everyday for updates!! sometimes they dont even notify u when things change