My Washington ESD unemployment appeal was reversed - when do I get paid?

Thank you! Yes I've been filing weekly claims even though they weren't paying me. Fingers crossed it shows up soon.

Same thing happened to me last year - took exactly 10 days after the reversal notice for the first payment to hit my account.

I'll keep that in mind if they take too long. Really hope I don't have to deal with their phone system again.

Claimyr actually helped me get through when my payments were delayed after an appeal. Worth checking out if you need to reach someone.

How much does that cost though? I'm already broke from waiting months for this appeal.

They said I was fired for misconduct but it was really just a personality conflict with my supervisor. Had to prove it wasn't actually misconduct.

Thanks for sharing. That gives me hope since my situation is similar - wrongful termination claim.

Make sure you have all your documentation ready for the hearing. Email records, witness statements, anything that supports your side.

3 weeks?? That's way too long. Did you try calling them?

tried calling like 50 times, never get through. might try that claimyr thing someone mentioned

Definitely try Claimyr for situations like this. They specialize in getting people through to Washington ESD when there are payment delays.

Good to know it might come in chunks. I'll watch for that pattern.

Wait, they pay the waiting week too after an appeal reversal?

Yes, if your appeal overturns the disqualification completely, you get the waiting week payment back too.

Yes, you should keep filing weekly claims during the appeal process. If you get a job, report it on your weekly claim like normal.

Thanks, that makes sense. I was worried about filing claims while the appeal was pending.

Definitely keep filing! That's how you preserve your right to back pay if you win the appeal.

Actually my employer did show up but their story kept changing during questioning. I think that's what convinced the judge.

Even better! When employers contradict themselves it makes your case stronger.

Filed my appeal in September, hearing was in December, got the decision this week. So about 4 months total.

Wow that's a long time to wait. Hope mine goes faster.

Appeal timelines vary a lot. Some take 2-3 months, others take 6+ months depending on their backlog.

Good advice! I've been screenshotting everything just in case.

Smart. I learned that lesson the hard way when they claimed they never received my job search logs.

I kept doing them just to be safe. Figured it couldn't hurt and might help if they asked about it.

The job search requirement continues even during appeals. Better to do them than risk another issue later.

Ok thanks, I'll keep logging my job searches then.

Be honest and stick to the facts. Don't get emotional even if the employer says frustrating things. The judge will ask specific questions so just answer directly.

Thanks! Did you have any witnesses or just represent yourself?

Just me. I had some coworkers who could have testified but the judge seemed to have enough information without them.

Thank you! It's been such a stressful few months. Can't wait for this to be over.

I totally understand. The financial stress during the appeal process is brutal.

No, Washington ESD doesn't pay interest on delayed unemployment benefits. You just get the original weekly benefit amounts.

That's annoying but I guess better than nothing.

Yeah no interest but at this point I just want my money back!

You can file a petition for review with the Commissioner's Review Office if you disagree with the appeal decision. There's another level after that too.

Thanks, I'll look into that. This whole process is exhausting.

Don't give up if you think you have a good case. The system is frustrating but sometimes persistence pays off.

Good point! I forgot about that. I'll make sure to save some for taxes.

Actually they did take taxes out of my back pay automatically. Might depend on your withholding settings.

Oh really? That's good to know, mine didn't have taxes taken out.

That's pretty rare. Once an appeal reversal is processed, the claim should stay active as long as you keep filing weekly.

Ok good, I've been stressed about that possibility.

I understand the paranoia! This whole process makes you expect the worst.

Thank you so much! This forum has been really helpful during this whole ordeal.

That's what we're here for. Good luck with everything!

Absolutely! Keep every email, every document, every notice. You never know what might be important.

Exactly. And don't let them intimidate you during the hearing. You have rights.

This thread is giving me confidence for my upcoming appeal. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences.