ESD claim restart confusion - filed to reopen but can't submit weekly claim after brief employment

When you reopen a claim, you typically can't file a weekly certification until the reopened claim is processed. It usually takes 1-3 business days for the system to update. After that, you should be able to access the weekly claim option. Log back in tomorrow and check if the 'file weekly claim' button appears on your dashboard. As for that partial week, yes, you should report the one day you worked and the earnings from it when you file the weekly claim.

i had the EXACT same thing happen in march!! it's super confusing right??? i think it takes like 2 days for the system to update after you reopen. don't worry about the weekly claim filing deadline - it'll give you a chance to backfile once your reopened claim kicks in

I don't think you did it right. When I reopened my claim last year, I had to call ESD directly afterward to file for the partial week because the online system wouldn't let me backdate. The reopen process doesn't automatically file the weekly claim - those are two separate processes. You should call them ASAP before too much time passes.

If you're having trouble getting through to ESD about this, I'd recommend trying Claimyr (claimyr.com). I was in a similar situation with a reopened claim and couldn't get any help for weeks. Claimyr got me connected to an actual ESD agent in about 25 minutes when I'd been trying for days on my own. They have a video demo showing how it works: https://youtu.be/7DieNd3C7zQ?si=26TzE_zGms-DODN3. The agent was able to process my reopened claim immediately and help me submit the weekly certification for my partial week.

just wait a day or 2. the system is slow to update. happened to me back in feburary

This is a common situation. Here's what's happening: When you reopen a claim, the system needs to verify your eligibility again based on the new information you provided. This typically takes 1-3 business days (sometimes faster). Once your reopened claim is processed, you'll be able to file your weekly claim for that partial week. Here's what you should do: 1. Wait 1-3 business days 2. Log back into your eServices account 3. Look for the "File a weekly claim" option on your dashboard 4. When filing, report your earnings for that one day of work 5. Answer all questions accurately regarding your work search activities If after 3 business days you still don't see the option to file a weekly claim, then you should contact ESD directly. This is normal procedure for reopened claims.

The ESD system is GARBAGE!!! I've been dealing with them for years and every time there's a break in employment it's the same confusing mess. They NEVER make it clear what you're supposed to do. I had a similar situation and ended up not getting paid for two weeks because I didn't realize I had to wait for processing THEN file weekly claims. The whole system needs to be rebuilt from scratch!!!

Just to clarify one thing I didn't see mentioned: make sure when you do get to file your weekly claim that you accurately report your earnings for that one day of work. It's always better to overreport than underreport, as underreporting can lead to overpayment issues later. You'll still receive partial unemployment for the days you didn't work, as long as your earnings for that one day don't exceed your weekly benefit amount.