Adjudication wait time is threatening my mortgage - ESD taking too long?

I went through this last month and it was AWFUL. Took 9 weeks for my adjudication to finish! The system is completely BROKEN and nobody at ESD seems to care that people are losing their homes waiting on them. I was about to be evicted when they finally approved my claim. The most frustrating part is they never explain WHY it takes so long!!! Make sure you're still filing your weekly claims even while you wait - I almost messed that up and would have lost benefits.

mine took 11 wks in jan/feb this yr... hang in there but dont expect it anytime soon tbh

The adjudication process is taking longer than usual right now because of the new verification system ESD implemented in early 2025. Most claims are being resolved between 6-10 weeks, but I've seen some take up to 12 weeks if there are complexities or employer disputes. While you're waiting, make sure you: 1. Continue filing weekly claims without fail 2. Check your eServices account daily for any requests for information 3. Keep detailed records of all your job search activities (3 per week) 4. Contact your mortgage company about hardship programs - many have options to delay foreclosure if you can show you're waiting on unemployment benefits Also, call WorkSource and ask about emergency assistance programs. Some counties have rent/mortgage assistance you might qualify for while waiting.

Have u tried callin right when they open at 8am? thats how i got thru eventually but took like 20 tries

I was stuck in adjudication for 8 weeks last quarter, and what finally worked for me was using Claimyr to reach an actual ESD agent. I was skeptical at first but was desperate after weeks of failed call attempts. The service connected me to an ESD rep within about 30 minutes, and they were able to tell me exactly what was holding up my claim and how to resolve it. You can see how it works in their video demo: https://youtu.be/7DieNd3C7zQ?si=26TzE_zGms-DODN3 The website is claimyr.com - seriously worth it when you're facing something as serious as potential foreclosure. The agent I reached was able to escalate my adjudication when I explained my housing situation.

The ENTIRE adjudication system is designed to make people give up!!! They hope you'll just walk away and not get the benefits you EARNED. It's CRIMINAL how they treat us. I filed a complaint with my state representative's office and magically my claim started moving a week later. TRY THAT!!!

I know you're focused on the adjudication wait, which is definitely frustrating, but have you looked into requesting standby status? If your construction job will be restarting within 8 weeks, you might qualify for standby status, which means you wouldn't have to do the job search activities. This won't speed up adjudication but might help with one less stress factor. Just a thought.

Just to update you on some recent information - ESD released a statement yesterday about working through a backlog of adjudication cases. They're prioritizing claims that are over 8 weeks old and cases where claimants have indicated housing instability. I'd recommend updating your claim with information about your housing situation by sending a secure message through eServices. Be specific about the foreclosure risk and include dates. This might help get your claim prioritized. Also, Washington has an expanded Foreclosure Fairness Program in 2025 that might be able to mediate with your mortgage company while you wait for benefits. You can find information at the Department of Commerce website.

have you tried going to the office in person? i waited 4 hours but actually got help and my adjudication was completed within a week after going in person. some issues they can't resolve on the spot but at least you get real answers

Update? Did you get anywhere with this? Im in the same boat now :