Claim status changed from 'adjudication' to 'pending' - what's next with ESD?

This is actually a good sign! When your claim moves from adjudication to pending, it typically means ESD has completed their review of whatever issue required adjudication and they're now just processing your payment. In my experience, pending status usually only lasts 2-3 business days before changing to paid. As long as you keep filing your weekly claims, you should see movement soon.

same thing hapnd to me last month... was in adjdcation for like 18 days then went to pending for 2 days then paid!! hang in there

I waited FIVE MONTHS in adjudication last year!!! The ESD system is completely BROKEN!! They never even told me why I was in adjudication in the first place!!! Had to sell my car to pay rent while waiting for these incompetent bureaucrats to do their job!!!!!

The transition from adjudication to pending is a normal part of the claim processing sequence. During adjudication, ESD is investigating specific issues related to your eligibility. Once that's complete, your claim moves to pending status while they process the payment. Here's what happens next: 1. Your status should change from pending to paid within 2-5 business days 2. Direct deposit usually takes 24-48 hours after the status changes to paid 3. Debit cards take 3-5 business days to arrive after first payment If it stays in pending status for more than a week, that might indicate another issue has arisen. Keep filing your weekly claims regardless of your claim status.

I went through exactly this in January. My claim was stuck in adjudication for 3 weeks, then went to pending for about 4 days before getting paid. If you're really anxious about it, I found a service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that got me through to an actual ESD agent on the phone after I'd been trying for days on my own. They have a video demo at https://youtu.be/7DieNd3C7zQ?si=26TzE_zGms-DODN3 that shows how it works. The agent I spoke with was able to tell me exactly what was happening with my claim and when I could expect payment. Gave me peace of mind during a stressful time.

I think I'm confused about terminology. Is adjudication the same as disqualification? My claim says disqualified and now I'm worried reading this thread.

Wait when did you file your claim? You said last Sunday but also said you were in adjudication "for the first two weeks"? Timelines not making sense...

Just to follow up on this thread - the standard progression of an ESD claim is: Submitted → Processing → Adjudication (if there are issues) → Pending → Paid Some claims skip adjudication entirely if there are no eligibility questions. The fact that yours moved from adjudication to pending is definitely a positive sign. Make sure you continue completing your job search activities (3 per week) and filing your weekly claims while you wait for payment processing.

Congratulations on getting to paid status! That's awesome news. For anyone else reading this thread who might be in a similar situation, I just wanted to add that you can also check the ESD website's "Processing Times" page to get a general idea of current delays. Right now they're showing about 2-3 weeks for adjudication cases, so if you're still waiting, don't panic - the system is just backed up but it's still moving. Also make sure to keep filing your weekly claims even during adjudication because you can't get paid for weeks you didn't claim, even if your case gets approved later.

I'm dealing with something similar right now - filed my claim about 10 days ago and it's been showing "adjudication" status the whole time. Reading through all these responses gives me hope that it will eventually move to pending and then paid like yours did! Quick question for everyone - when you were in adjudication, did ESD ever send you any letters or notifications explaining what they were reviewing? I haven't gotten anything in the mail yet and wondering if that's normal or if I should be concerned. Also keeping my fingers crossed that mine moves as quickly as yours did once it hits pending status!

As someone who just went through this exact same process a few months ago, I can confirm what others are saying - the change from adjudication to pending is definitely a positive step! My timeline was very similar to yours: filed initial claim, stuck in adjudication for about 2.5 weeks (which felt like forever), then moved to pending for 4 days before switching to paid status. The whole retroactive payment came through at once, which was such a relief. One thing I wish I had known during the waiting period is that you can set up text or email alerts in your eServices account to notify you when your claim status changes - it saved me from obsessively checking the website every few hours! Hang in there, sounds like you're almost at the finish line.

This thread has been incredibly helpful for someone like me who's currently navigating the ESD system! I filed my claim about 6 weeks ago and went through a similar roller coaster - started in adjudication for what felt like forever, then moved to pending, and finally got paid last week. One thing I wanted to add that might help others is that if you're ever unsure about your claim status or have questions, you can also try reaching out through the ESD's secure messaging system in your eServices account. I found their responses were much faster than trying to get through on the phone (usually got a reply within 2-3 business days). It's under the "Contact ESD" section if anyone wants to try that route. The whole process is definitely stressful but reading success stories like yours makes such a difference for people still waiting!

I'm so glad I found this thread! I just filed my unemployment claim yesterday and I'm already anxious about what to expect. Reading through everyone's experiences here is really reassuring - it sounds like the adjudication to pending transition is actually a good thing, not something to worry about. I'm bookmarking this thread so I can refer back to it if my claim goes into adjudication. Thanks to everyone who shared their timelines and tips, especially about the text alerts and secure messaging system. It's really helpful to know what the normal process looks like and that there are ways to get information without having to spend hours on hold. Hoping my claim goes as smoothly as yours did Abigail!

I'm completely new to the unemployment system and this thread has been incredibly educational! I haven't filed a claim yet but I'm expecting to need to soon due to layoffs at my company. Reading through everyone's experiences here has really helped me understand what the different statuses mean and what to expect. The progression from adjudication to pending to paid makes so much more sense now, and I love all the practical tips people have shared - especially about setting up alerts, using secure messaging, and keeping a status log. It's reassuring to see a community where people actually help each other navigate this confusing system. I'm saving this thread for future reference and hopefully when I do file, my experience will be as positive as most of the stories shared here!

I'm new to this community but wanted to share my recent experience since it might help others in similar situations. I just went through this exact same process about a month ago - filed my claim, went into adjudication for about 3 weeks (which was terrifying), then switched to pending for 5 days before finally getting paid. The retroactive payment covered all the weeks I had claimed, which was such a huge relief. One thing that really helped my anxiety during the waiting period was calling the ESD customer service line early in the morning (around 8:05 AM right when they open) - I actually got through on my second try and the representative was able to confirm that my case was progressing normally even though I couldn't see any updates online. She told me that adjudication to pending is definitely a positive step and means they've resolved whatever issue was being reviewed. Hang in there - it sounds like you're almost at the finish line!