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Just wanted to add my experience - I went through a voluntary quit adjudication in late 2024 and it took about 8 weeks total. My employer also never responded, which actually worked out in my favor since I had good documentation about why I had to quit (unsafe working conditions). One thing that really helped was when I called ESD, I always asked them to add notes to my file about our conversation. The agents can put timestamps and details about what was discussed, which creates a paper trail showing you're actively engaged in the process. It seemed to help move things along faster than just waiting passively. Also, if you do get approved, remember that Washington pays benefits retroactively to when you first filed, so all those weeks you've been waiting won't be lost money. Keep your chin up - it sounds like you've done everything right and documented your case well!
This is really helpful advice about asking agents to add notes to your file! I hadn't thought of that but it makes total sense - creating that paper trail could definitely help show you're actively following up. And you're absolutely right about the retroactive payments - that's actually a huge relief to remember since I've been stressing about all this "lost" time. Thanks for sharing your experience, it gives me hope that even though this process is painfully slow, it can work out in the end when you have good documentation.
I'm dealing with a similar situation right now - filed my claim 4 weeks ago after quitting due to discrimination and retaliation, and my employer hasn't responded either. It's so stressful not knowing when this will get resolved! Reading through everyone's experiences here is actually really helpful. I had no idea that employers get so much leeway with their response deadlines while we're stuck waiting and burning through savings. The tip about asking ESD agents to add notes to your file is brilliant - I'm definitely going to do that on my next call. @Luca Ricci - really hoping you get good news next week! It sounds like you documented everything properly and with your employer ghosting ESD for this long, that should work in your favor. Keep us posted on how it turns out!
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I'm currently experiencing this exact same issue! Filed my claim 11 days ago and it's been in adjudication status the entire time. My former employer is a mid-sized company that's historically been pretty slow with administrative tasks, so I'm not entirely surprised they haven't responded to Washington ESD yet. Reading through everyone's experiences here has been incredibly helpful - I had no idea that the 10-day response period actually begins when ESD mails the notice to the employer, not when we submit our initial claims. That definitely explains why the timeline can feel longer than expected. I've been making sure to file my weekly claims every Sunday as recommended, even though it's discouraging to see those $0 payment amounts each week. The financial stress is definitely real, especially when you're depending on these benefits to cover essential expenses. It's really reassuring to hear from so many people who eventually got their claims approved, even when their employers didn't respond within the deadline. The consistency in everyone's advice about continuing weekly filings and being patient (even though it's incredibly difficult) gives me hope that this will resolve soon. Thanks for starting this discussion - it's exactly what I needed to see today!
I'm going through the exact same thing! Filed my claim about 10 days ago and have been stuck in adjudication this whole time. It's so frustrating when you need those benefits to come through but everything feels like it's moving in slow motion. Reading through all these responses has actually been really comforting though - I had no clue about the timing details like how the 10-day clock starts when they mail the employer, not when we file. That makes so much more sense now! I've also been filing my weekly claims religiously even though getting those $0 amounts is pretty depressing. The waiting is definitely the hardest part, especially when bills are piling up. But hearing from everyone who eventually got approved (even when their employers didn't respond) gives me hope that we'll get through this too. Fingers crossed both our claims move forward soon!
I'm going through this exact same situation right now! Filed my claim 15 days ago and it's been stuck in adjudication the entire time. My former employer is a small business and they're notoriously slow with any kind of paperwork, so I figured they probably haven't responded to Washington ESD yet. Reading through all these responses has been so helpful - especially learning that the 10-day clock starts when ESD mails the notice to the employer, not when we file our claims. That explains why it's taking longer than I expected! I've been filing my weekly claims every Sunday like everyone recommends, even though seeing those $0 payments is really discouraging. The financial stress is definitely building up since I'm behind on several bills now. It's really reassuring to hear from so many people who eventually got approved even when their employers didn't respond - gives me hope that mine will process soon too. I might look into that Claimyr service if nothing changes in the next few days since the regular phone lines seem impossible to get through. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences, it really helps to know we're all dealing with the same frustrating wait!
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Last thought - if anyone is preparing for their appeal hearing, practice explaining your situation clearly and concisely. I rambled too much in my first hearing and felt like I confused the judge. Second time I was more prepared and it went much better.
Good advice. I tried to stick to the facts during my hearing and not get too emotional about how unfairly I felt I was treated.
Exactly. Keep it factual and let your documentation do the talking. Getting emotional can hurt your credibility even if you're 100% right.
I'm in a similar situation - had my appeal hearing 10 days ago and the waiting is absolutely killing me. My case was also for voluntary quit due to hostile work environment. The judge seemed to understand my situation and asked good questions about the documentation I provided. Really hoping for positive news soon! Reading everyone's experiences here is helping me stay somewhat sane during this anxious wait. Fingers crossed for both of us Malik!
Zainab, I'm so glad you shared your experience! It's incredibly reassuring to hear from someone in almost the exact same situation. The hostile work environment cases really are challenging because there's so much you have to prove, but it sounds like you did your homework with the documentation. I've been second-guessing every detail from my hearing, but you're right that when the judge is asking thoughtful questions and really digging into the evidence, that's usually a positive sign. The 10-day mark means you're getting close to that typical 2-3 week window. I'll definitely keep you posted when I hear back, and please do the same! This community has been such a lifeline during this stressful wait.
Welcome to the anxiety club Zainab! I'm at 8 days post-hearing myself and completely understand that nail-biting feeling. Hostile work environment cases can definitely be tricky but it sounds like you presented your evidence well. The fact that the judge was engaged and asking detailed questions is really encouraging - in my experience that usually means they're taking your case seriously rather than just going through the motions. Try to hang in there, you're getting close to that typical decision timeframe. This whole thread has been such a sanity saver for me too during this wait!
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I've been going through the same process and wanted to share what helped me. When you're in the claim status section, also pay attention to any "determination" letters that might be posted - these show up in your correspondence section and explain exactly why there might be delays or what additional steps are needed. I missed one initially and it delayed my claim by an extra two weeks. Also, if you have any questions about specific codes or status messages you're seeing, write them down before calling - it helps the agents assist you more quickly when you do get through.
This is really good advice about the determination letters! I just checked my correspondence section again and there actually is a letter there that I missed before. It's asking for additional wage information from my previous employer. No wonder my claim has been sitting in adjudication - I need to respond to this ASAP. Thanks for mentioning to look specifically for those determination letters, I would have kept waiting and wondering what was taking so long.
Just wanted to add my experience - I was in a similar situation last month and found that creating a simple checklist helped me stay on top of everything. I check: 1) Claim status for any changes, 2) Correspondence section for new letters, 3) Payment history to track any issued benefits, and 4) Outstanding issues section. I also keep a notebook with dates of when I check and any status changes I notice. It's been super helpful for tracking progress and having specific details when I need to call. The Washington ESD system can be overwhelming but having a routine makes it much more manageable!
That's such a smart approach! I wish I had thought to keep a notebook from the beginning. I've been checking randomly and then forgetting what I saw before. Your checklist idea is brilliant - I'm definitely going to start doing that. It would have saved me so much confusion trying to remember if something had changed or if I was just imagining things. Thanks for sharing your system!
Sofia Morales
So glad you got this resolved! This is such a helpful thread for anyone dealing with similar wage reporting issues. The SSN mismatch situation you described is actually super common - I've seen it happen with friends before where just one transposed digit causes all sorts of problems. For future reference for anyone reading this, it's worth double-checking your SSN is correct in your employer's payroll system when you first start a job. Can save a lot of headaches down the road with unemployment, taxes, and even retirement benefits tracking.
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Zoe Walker
•Absolutely agree! I learned this the hard way when I started my first job out of college - HR had my SSN wrong by one digit and it took months to sort out when tax season came around. Now I always verify they have the correct number during onboarding. It's such a simple thing but can cause massive headaches later. Thanks for sharing your experience @c8dc05ecbfa7 - this thread will definitely help others who run into the same issue!
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Beatrice Marshall
This is such a valuable thread - thank you everyone for sharing your experiences! As someone who works in HR, I can confirm that SSN mismatches are unfortunately very common. We see this happen regularly where employees provide their correct SSN but there's a data entry error during onboarding, or sometimes the information gets corrupted during system transfers. It's always worth having employees verify their personal information (SSN, address, name spelling) is correct in the payroll system at least once a year, not just when they start. Glad you got this sorted out so quickly @c8dc05ecbfa7! Your update will definitely help others who might be panicking about missing wages.
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