Can I withdraw my ESD appeal after finding a new job? Questions about requalifying for benefits

congrats on the new job!! i went thru something kinda similar last year. from what i remember, withdrawing an appeal doesnt hurt you, it just means ur not fighting that specific denial anymore. but if your new job doesnt work out for some reason, u might wanna keep the appeal going? idk how long appeals take these days but mine took like 3 months back in 2023

The requalification option might be better than continuing with the appeal. If you've been separated for 7+ weeks AND earned 7x your weekly benefit amount at your new job, you could cancel the appeal and just requalify if you ever need to file again in the future. That denial won't matter anymore once you've met those requirements. I had to go through a similar process in early 2025 after a voluntary quit. The important thing is documenting your earnings at your new job. Keep all paystubs! BTW - did you know that quitting for school/training can sometimes be considered good cause if it's required for your career? Might be worth mentioning in your appeal if you keep it going.

Hey there - KEEP YOUR APPEAL GOING!! Don't withdraw it no matter what!!! The ESD system is so messed up and you never know when you might need those benefits. I withdrew my appeal when I found a job and then got laid off 2 months later, and I regretted it SO MUCH. Had to start the whole process over again and it was a nightmare. Also, the requalification thing only applies if you end up needing to file again in the future. It doesn't help with your current claim - that's what the appeal is for. If you win the appeal, you could get backpay for all the weeks you were eligible before starting your new job!

I'd keep the appeal going personally. It's been 6 weeks already, so might as well see it through. Appeals hearings usually happen around 8-10 weeks after filing in my experience. Your reason for quitting (mandatory clinical hours) might actually qualify as good cause depending on how you present it at the hearing. If you win, you'd get back payments for all those weeks before your new job started. I tried calling ESD about a similar situation and was on hold for HOURS before getting disconnected. Twice. So frustrating!

Anyone know how long it takes to "requalify" after getting the 7x benefit amount? Asking cuz I'm in a similar boat but already withdrew my appeal and working at new job for 5 weeks now

Based on everything in this thread, here's what I think you should consider: 1. If you need the money from those weeks you were unemployed before your new job, keep the appeal going. It's already been 6 weeks, so you're probably getting close to a hearing date. 2. If you don't urgently need that backpay and your new job seems stable, you could withdraw the appeal and save yourself the stress. The requalification option will protect you for future claims. 3. If you do withdraw, make sure you get it in writing that you've met the requalification requirements once you've worked 7+ weeks and earned 7x your WBA. Also, for future reference, quitting for mandatory educational requirements CAN be considered good cause in some cases, but ESD is very strict about it. You typically need to prove you tried to arrange alternative work schedules before quitting.

Just wanted to add another perspective here - I went through a similar healthcare program situation in 2024. My clinical rotations were also mandatory and conflicted with my work schedule. When I appealed, I made sure to bring documentation from my school showing the rotation was required for graduation AND that the hours/schedule were non-negotiable. I also included evidence that I had asked my employer about flexible scheduling options before making the decision to quit. The hearing officer seemed more receptive when I framed it as "completing required education to enter an essential healthcare field" rather than just "going to school." I ended up winning my appeal and got about 8 weeks of backpay. Since you're already 6+ weeks in and your hearing is probably coming up soon, I'd definitely stick with it. Good luck with your new job AND your appeal!