Escalated ESD claim to governor's office - how long before adjudicator calls?

I went through adjudication earlier this year. In my experience, it took about 2 weeks after being told my claim was sent to an adjudicator before I received a call. The adjudicator will likely call from a blocked number, so be sure to answer all calls. The call itself was about 20 minutes with basic questions about my separation from employment. While waiting, continue filing your weekly claims on time. If approved, you'll receive all back payments at once. You might also want to check if you qualify for emergency assistance programs through local non-profits or your utility companies, as they often have hardship programs for people waiting on unemployment benefits.

when i had my claim escalated thru the governors office it took about 10 days before an adjudicator called me. but my friend had hers done in 3 days so i think it depends on how busy they are and what the issue is

I work as an employment counselor and have helped many clients with ESD escalations. Generally, the timeframe is 5-7 business days for an adjudicator to contact you after a governor's office escalation. However, it can take longer depending on the complexity of your claim and current adjudication backlogs. When they call, be prepared with all your documentation - employment history, separation details, and any communications you've had with employers. The more organized you are, the faster they can resolve your issue.

I was in your EXACT situation in January! Waited 7 weeks, called governor's office, got the escalation, then waited ANOTHER 3 weeks with no call. I was going crazy! Then I discovered Claimyr.com which connected me to an ESD agent in about 20 minutes instead of the usual busy signals and hangups. The agent was able to tell me my adjudicator's name and direct contact info. Got everything resolved the same day! Check out their demo video: https://youtu.be/7DieNd3C7zQ?si=26TzE_zGms-DODN3 - seriously saved my sanity.

THE GOVERNORS OFFICE IS USELESS!!! I did the EXACT SAME THING in February and they told me the same BS about "escalating" my claim. Then NOTHING for 4 weeks!!! Had to start the whole process over again. ESD is completely BROKEN and nobody cares. I lost my apartment waiting for these incompetent bureaucrats to do their jobs. DON'T get your hopes up.

My adjudicator called me 8 days after my claim was escalated through my state representative (not governor). What's your issue? Is it identity verification or employment separation or something else? That can affect timing too.

i waited 2 weeks after govs office escalation. but i had to answer a bunch of questions when they finally called and then wait ANOTHER week for a decision. its not just one call and done usually

I'm going through a similar situation right now - escalated through the governor's office about 10 days ago and still waiting for that adjudicator call. It's so stressful not knowing when it will happen! From what I'm reading here, it sounds like 1-2 weeks is pretty typical, but employer disputes like yours can take longer. I'd suggest setting up a separate ringtone for unknown numbers so you don't miss the call, and maybe start documenting everything about your layoff situation now while it's fresh in your memory. Hang in there - at least you got the escalation which seems to actually work for most people eventually.

I'm in a similar boat right now - escalated my claim through the governor's office about 5 days ago and anxiously waiting for that adjudicator call. Reading through everyone's experiences here is both reassuring and nerve-wracking! It sounds like the timeline really varies depending on your specific issue and how backed up they are. One thing I've learned from dealing with ESD is to keep detailed records of every interaction - dates, times, reference numbers, names if you get them. Also, if you haven't already, make sure you're continuing to file your weekly claims even while waiting. I made that mistake early on and it caused additional delays. The financial stress is real though. While waiting, I've been looking into local food banks and utility assistance programs. Many have specific programs for people waiting on unemployment benefits. It's not ideal, but it helps bridge the gap. Hoping you hear back soon!