Good luck with calling tomorrow morning Javier! I had a similar adjudication issue last year and it took me about 3 weeks of trying before I finally got through. The 8am timing tip is solid - that's when I eventually had success too. Just be prepared to potentially try multiple days since even calling right at opening doesn't guarantee you'll get through on the first try. But once you do connect with someone, they're usually pretty helpful with resolving the actual issue.

Just wanted to add that I successfully used Claimyr about a month ago when I was dealing with a similar adjudication delay. I was skeptical at first because I'd never heard of it, but after reading some positive reviews I decided to give it a try. Cost me around $20 but honestly it was worth every penny - got connected to a Washington ESD agent within 30 minutes and had my issue resolved that same day. For anyone who's been trying to call for weeks without success, it might be worth checking out. They have different service levels too so you can choose what fits your budget.

My husband got orders for a PCS move from NAS Whidbey to NAS JAX. He is getting ready to leave on deployment and coming back in December sometime for the move. We have 2 children. I work full time. We will lose our daycare provider in November which I will now have to resign from my position. Then we PCS. My question is when can I apply for PMFLA for the deployment and then when can I apply for Unemployment. Or do I just apply for unemployment. There is not much information on what to do. This time around it seems so complicated compared to the other PCS moves. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you!!!

This is a complex situation with both deployment and PCS factors! You're dealing with two separate qualifying events, so let me break this down: For the deployment piece - PFML (Paid Family and Medical Leave) has a "family leave" provision that may apply when your spouse deploys, but it's typically for bonding/care situations rather than childcare logistics. You'd need to check if losing your daycare provider due to deployment qualifies, but it's not guaranteed. For the PCS unemployment - You can absolutely apply for unemployment benefits when you quit due to the PCS move. The fact that you're losing daycare in November and then PCSing shortly after actually strengthens your case for quitting in November rather than waiting until the actual move date. Losing essential childcare due to military circumstances is solid documentation for your "good cause" quit. My recommendation: Focus on the unemployment benefits for the PCS move rather than trying to navigate PFML for the deployment. When you file your UI claim after quitting in November, document: - Your husband's PCS orders to NAS JAX - Your marriage certificate - Documentation that your daycare provider is unavailable during his deployment - Evidence that you need to prepare for the December PCS move with two kids This creates a clear timeline showing you had to quit due to interconnected military circumstances. Keep filing weekly claims even if it goes to adjudication, and be detailed about your specific situation when you apply.

I went through this exact same situation about 6 weeks ago and it was so stressful! My "processed pending payment" status lasted exactly 3 business days before switching to "paid" and the money hit my account the next morning. What really helped me was understanding that this status actually means Washington ESD has already determined you're eligible and approved your payment - they're just waiting to release it through their batch processing system. I kept obsessively checking the portal multiple times a day (probably not the healthiest coping mechanism lol), but it did eventually resolve on its own. The hardest part is just the waiting and not knowing exactly when it'll come through, especially when you have bills due. Hang in there - based on everyone's experiences here, it sounds like you're in good shape and should see your payment within the next few days!

I've been dealing with Washington ESD for over a year now and "processed pending payment" has become a familiar sight on my account. What I've learned is that this status basically means you're in the queue - your claim has been approved and verified, but you're waiting for their payment system to actually release the funds. It's frustrating because the timing can be unpredictable. Sometimes it's 2 days, sometimes it's 5 days. I think it depends on their processing volume and whether your claim gets selected for one of their random quality reviews. The good news is that I've never seen this status result in a denial - it always eventually switches to "paid." My advice is to keep checking daily but try not to stress too much about it. The money will come through, it's just Washington ESD being Washington ESD with their slow bureaucratic processes.

For what it's worth, I've never had an employer react negatively to the unemployment notice. Most understand that people lose jobs and need to file for benefits. It's really not a big deal in most workplaces.

Just wanted to share my recent experience since this thread helped me so much. I filed for unemployment about 3 weeks ago after being laid off from my main job while keeping my weekend retail position. My weekend boss did get the notification and actually brought it up to me, but it was totally fine - she just wanted to make sure I was doing okay and that she wasn't going to lose me as an employee too! She said they get these notices pretty regularly and it's never been an issue. I've been reporting my weekend earnings on my weekly claims and everything has been smooth. Really wish I hadn't spent so much time worrying about it. The financial relief has been huge and I can focus on job searching instead of stressing about bills.

When I was on unemployment last year, I noticed that whenever there was a holiday (even obscure ones I hadn't heard of), my payment would be delayed by a day. Maybe check if the weeks your payment came on Thursday had a holiday earlier in the week? Just something to consider for your planning!

I've been dealing with this same issue and found that setting up text notifications through the ESD portal really helps with planning. You get a text when your payment is processed, which gives you a heads up about when to expect it in your account. Also, if you're really struggling with the unpredictability for bill planning, some banks offer "early direct deposit" features that can get your unemployment benefits 1-2 days sooner than normal. Worth checking with your credit union to see if they have something like that available.