ESD adjudication delay + reporting 1099-MISC income on unemployment claim - need advice!

Ugh, dealing with ESD is such a pain. I've been there, buddy. For the 1099-MISC income, you gotta report it as self-employment or freelance work. Make sure you have all your docs ready when you call them. Good luck!

The adjudication process is a nightmare rn. I've been waiting for months! Have you tried reaching out to your local rep? Sometimes they can light a fire under ESD's a**.

Hey, I found a way to actually get through to a real person at ESD! There's this service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that calls for you, waits on hold, and then connects you when a live agent picks up. It costs $20, but it saved me hours of frustration. Check out this video: https://youtu.be/7DieNd3C7zQ

Listen up, OP. Here's what you need to do: 1. Gather all your docs: 1099-MISC, any correspondence from ESD, proof of job search efforts. 2. Calculate your net income from the 1099 work (gross minus expenses). 3. Prepare a clear, concise explanation of your situation. 4. Call ESD first thing in the morning - their lines are less busy then. 5. Be patient but persistent. If one agent can't help, politely ask to speak with a supervisor. 6. Keep a log of all your calls and who you spoke with. 7. If you still can't get through, consider contacting your state representative or using a service like Claimyr as a last resort. Remember, you're not alone in this. The system is overwhelmed, but stay persistent. You've got this! 💪

have u tried turning it off and on again? 🤣 jk jk. but for real, ESD's system is a joke. good luck, man

I'm in the same boat, OP. The DOGE actions really screwed things up here too. Feels like we're all just treading water while ESD takes their sweet time. Hang in there!

Pro tip: When you finally get through to ESD, ask them to put a note on your account about the 1099 income. It might help speed things up if you have to call again. Also, don't forget to keep claiming weeks even if you're in adjudication!

ugh, the esd struggle is real. i've been trying to get my claim sorted for WEEKS. feels like im screaming into the void. anyone else feel like the system is designed to make us give up? 😫

Hey OP, have you considered reaching out to a local non-profit that helps with unemployment issues? They might have some insider knowledge or connections to help speed things up.