ESD claim confusion - laid off but selected 'fired' + system accepted claim without employer info

Oh yikes, definitely contact ESD asap to fix both issues! Being laid off vs fired makes a HUGE difference for your claim. When you're laid off, you're generally eligible right away. If you're fired, it depends on whether it was for misconduct (which can disqualify you). And yes, they absolutely need your employer's info to verify your employment and wages. The longer you wait, the more complicated it gets. I learned this last year when I had a similar issue - waited too long and my claim got stuck in adjudication for 6 weeks! I finally got through to ESD using Claimyr (claimyr.com). They have this service that helps you bypass the hold times and connects you with an actual ESD agent. Saved me hours of redial hell! They have a video demo of how it works here: https://youtu.be/7DieNd3C7zQ?si=26TzE_zGms-DODN3 Good luck!

You need to contact ESD immediately to clarify both issues. Here's why: 1. Separation reason (fired vs. laid off) - This is critical. Laid off means no fault of your own (eligible). Fired could trigger an adjudication process where they investigate if misconduct was involved. 2. Missing employer information - ESD needs this to verify your wages and employment history. Without it, they can't properly process your claim. Call the claims center at 800-318-6022. Be prepared for long wait times. You can also send a secure message through your eServices account explaining the situation. Don't panic though - mistakes happen and can be corrected. The important thing is addressing it promptly before the claim progresses too far.

Doesn't really matter what u put on the application they contact your employer anywayz. they'll find out the real reason u left. My friend put laid off when he was actually fired for attendance and they denied his claim after talking to his boss. Just be honest when they call u for fact finding interview. Its easier that way imo.

Okay so I work in HR and handle unemployment claims for our company. Here's what's really happening behind the scenes: 1. When you file a claim, ESD automatically sends your former employer a request to verify your employment dates, wages, and reason for separation. Your employer has 10 days to respond. 2. If the employer confirms you were laid off (reduction in force, lack of work, position eliminated), your claim typically proceeds without adjudication. 3. If they say you were fired OR if there's a discrepancy between what you reported and what your employer reports, your claim gets flagged for adjudication. The missing employer information is actually a bigger immediate problem than the fired/laid off issue. Call ESD ASAP to provide that info or your claim will eventually get denied for lack of information. And yes, there's a HUGE difference between laid off and fired in UI terms. Being laid off typically means automatic eligibility. Being fired requires investigation into the circumstances.

dont worry i put the wrong info on mine too and still got paid. the system is weird sometimes. just wait and see what happens before panicking. my claim was accepted even though i messed up my employment dates by like 2 months lol

Dont get 2 worked up about it...my hubby had same thing happen last year!!! The esd ppl ended up calling him for fact finding interview anyway and he just explained evrything then. they fixed it all during the call. just make sure u answer when they call cuz they only try twice b4 denying ur claim!!! the number shows as WA ST EMPLOY on caller id

I just wanted to follow up - were you able to get through to ESD? I know their phone lines are absolutely swamped right now. If you're still struggling to connect with someone, seriously consider that Claimyr service I mentioned. Several people in this forum have used it successfully. Let us know how it goes!

To address your specific questions: 1. Yes, laid off and fired are very different for unemployment purposes. Laid off means the separation wasn't your fault (typically eligible for benefits). Fired could mean misconduct was involved (potentially disqualifying). 2. The missing employer information is a significant issue. ESD needs this to verify your wages and employment history. 3. What you should do: Call the ESD claims center (800-318-6022) to correct both issues. You can also send a secure message through your eServices account explaining the situation. 4. This won't necessarily disqualify you, but it could delay your benefits while they sort it out. 5. Gather any documentation showing you were laid off (separation notice, email from employer, etc.) to help verify your status. Don't worry too much - these types of errors happen frequently and can be corrected. The important thing is addressing it promptly.

Hey there! I totally understand your stress - I went through something similar last year when I accidentally put the wrong quit date on my claim. Here's what I learned: First, definitely call ESD ASAP to fix both issues. The laid off vs fired distinction is crucial because it affects your eligibility determination. Laid off typically means you're eligible immediately, while fired can trigger an investigation. For the missing employer info, that's actually a bigger immediate problem than you might think. ESD needs that information to send the separation notice to your employer and verify your wages. Without it, your claim will likely get stuck or denied. A few tips from my experience: - Call the claims center at 800-318-6022 first thing in the morning (they open at 8am) - Have your Social Security number and claim confirmation number ready - Be prepared to explain exactly what happened - they deal with these kinds of mistakes all the time - If you can't get through by phone, try sending a secure message through your eServices account The good news is that these errors are fixable! Just don't wait too long because the longer you wait, the more complicated it becomes to sort out. You've got this!