ESD adjudication stretching to 7 weeks - does employer non-response mean approval is coming?

Unfortunately, a long adjudication period doesn't necessarily mean your employer isn't responding. It often just means ESD is backlogged. In my experience, they're taking 6-10 weeks for many adjudications in 2025, regardless of employer response status. Keep filing your weekly claims while waiting! That way when they do approve (if they approve), you'll get all those weeks paid at once.

The long wait time doesn't necessarily indicate anything about your employer's response. ESD is required to investigate all claims fully, whether the employer responds or not. There's no automatic approval timeframe - I've seen adjudications take anywhere from 2-12 weeks, depending on case complexity and current backlog. If you were laid off in a mass downsizing, you should have a strong case, but ESD still has to verify details. Your employer has 10 days to initially respond to your claim, but the adjudication process continues regardless. One important thing - make sure you've uploaded all documentation related to your layoff (severance letter, termination notice, etc.) to your eServices account. This can sometimes speed things up.

my adjdicaton took 9 WEEKS last year!!!! and i got aproved in the end. ESD is soooooo slow now its ridiculos. just keep doing ur weekly clams and eventually theyll get to u. the system is broken tbh

I had a similar situation last winter and was going CRAZY with the waiting game. Have you tried calling right when they open at 8:00am? That's what finally worked for me, but I still had to try 3 days in a row.

Let me clarify a few things about the adjudication process: 1. Employers have 10 days to respond to initial claim notices 2. If they don't respond, ESD still conducts a full investigation 3. Long adjudication times often relate to ESD staffing issues, not employer responses 4. Mass layoffs actually can take longer sometimes because there are multiple claims to verify 5. There is NO automatic approval timeframe in Washington state What you should do: - Continue filing weekly claims without fail - Upload any layoff documentation to your eServices account - Answer any requests for information immediately - Check your spam/junk folders daily for ESD communications - If you need to speak with someone, try calling at 7:55am right before they open The fact that it was a downsizing works in your favor, but doesn't guarantee automatic approval or faster processing.

Anyone know if we still get paid for the weeks spent in adjudication? I'm worried about my rent too and this wait is killing me.

the hole system is designed to make us give up!!!! they hope people just stop trying

UPDATE: I just wanted to let everyone know I finally got through to ESD! I used the Claimyr service that someone recommended and got connected to an agent in about 20 minutes. The agent told me my employer DID respond confirming the layoff, but they have a huge backlog of claims to process. She said mine should be completed within the next week. Such a relief to at least know what's happening. Thanks everyone for your help and advice!

That's such great news Lucas! I'm really happy you finally got through and have some clarity on what's happening. The fact that your employer confirmed the layoff is a huge positive sign. I'm dealing with a similar situation (week 5 of adjudication myself) and your update gives me hope. Definitely going to look into that Claimyr service - 20 minutes to get through sounds like a miracle compared to the endless busy signals I've been getting. Keeping my fingers crossed that your claim gets approved and paid out this week! Thanks for updating us - it really helps to know we're not alone in this process.

I'm in a similar boat - week 6 of adjudication here and it's absolutely nerve-wracking! I was also laid off from a tech company that downsized my entire team back in February. Reading through all these responses is actually really helpful because I was starting to think something was wrong with my specific case. The fact that you got through with Claimyr and found out your employer already confirmed the layoff is encouraging. I've been hesitant to try those callback services but 20 minutes vs the hours I've wasted trying to call sounds worth it. Thanks for sharing your experience and keeping us updated - it really helps to know there are others going through this same frustrating process!

I'm currently in week 4 of adjudication myself after being laid off from a retail chain that closed several locations. Reading through everyone's experiences here is honestly both terrifying and reassuring at the same time! Lucas, I'm so glad you finally got some answers - that must be such a huge relief after 7 weeks of uncertainty. The fact that your employer already confirmed the layoff situation is definitely a good sign. I've been debating whether to try one of those callback services but hearing that you got through in 20 minutes is pretty compelling compared to the endless busy signals I keep getting. Thanks for sharing the update and keeping us posted on your progress. It really helps to know we're all in this together and that there's light at the end of this very long tunnel!

I'm in week 8 of adjudication and this thread has been incredibly helpful! Like many of you, I was laid off in a company restructuring (manufacturing plant closure) and have been going absolutely crazy with the wait. Lucas, congrats on finally getting through and getting some clarity - that's huge! Reading everyone's timelines here makes me realize I'm probably close to the end of this nightmare. I've been keeping up with weekly claims religiously but the financial stress is real. Definitely going to try that Claimyr service tomorrow since it seems to be working for people. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences - it's so reassuring to know this isn't just me and that most people do eventually get approved. This community has been a lifesaver during this stressful process!