Anyone have ESD's direct phone number for speaking to a real person?

Hey there - I was in the same boat last month with my claim stuck in 'pending' status forever. I tried literally every phone number I could find until I discovered this service called Claimyr (claimyr.com). They basically get you to the front of the ESD phone queue so you actually get to speak to someone. I was skeptical but desperate, and it actually worked! They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/7DieNd3C7zQ?si=26TzE_zGms-DODN3 - it saved me weeks of frustration. Way better than trying to go through the Governor's office, which will just redirect you back to ESD anyway.

The Governor's office won't help with individual unemployment claims - they'll just refer you back to ESD. If you're dealing with adjudication specifically, you need to reach the adjudication department directly. Try calling the main ESD number (800-318-6022) exactly when they open at 7:00 AM. That's the only time I've ever gotten through. Also, make sure you're checking your online account and responding to any questionnaires they might have sent - sometimes claims get stuck because they're waiting for more info from you.

THE ESD PHONE SYSTEM IS COMPLETELY RIGGED!!1! They NEVER answer calls because they don't WANT to help people. I had to contact my state representative to get any movement on my claim after 6 WEEKS of waiting. The whole "high call volume" thing is just their excuse to ignore us. Try emailing your district rep - sometimes they can light a fire under ESD.

have u tried messaging them through ur eServices account? sometimes they respond to those faster than phone calls

Employment Security Department's main customer service line is 800-318-6022. They're open Monday-Friday from 7am to 5pm. Here's what I recommend to get through: 1. Call exactly at 7:00 AM 2. If that doesn't work, try calling midday on Wednesday or Thursday when volume tends to be slightly lower 3. Make sure your phone number is correctly listed in your eServices account so they can call you back if needed 4. If your claim shows "adjudication in progress," that means a specialist is reviewing your claim - often due to a discrepancy between your information and your employer's For adjudication issues specifically, you can also try the Office of Administrative Hearings at 360-407-2700 if your claim has been in adjudication for more than 3 weeks. They might be able to provide more information or escalate your case. The Governor's office doesn't handle unemployment claims directly.

im in the same boat!!! been trying to call for 3 weeks and nothing!! this is my 1st time on unemployment and its been a NIGHTMARE. let me know if u find a way to get thru please!!!!

Just checking back - were you able to get through to ESD? I'm curious if any of the suggestions worked for you.