Second job separation form after 6 weeks in adjudication - reset waiting period?

same thing happened to me last year. i filled out first form then like 7 weeks later they wanted another one for same job??? makes no sense but i think its cuz different departments need same info or somethin

This actually happens pretty frequently with ESD. The second job separation form is usually requested when your claim hits a specialist's desk for review during adjudication. The first form is part of the initial claim process, but the adjudicator often needs more specific details about why you separated from employment. The good news is that this likely means your claim is actively being worked on rather than just sitting in a queue. It doesn't necessarily reset your waiting period, though it might add a week or two depending on their current backlog. Make sure you fill it out completely and accurately to avoid further delays.

just fill it out asap and call them every day until someone picks up. thats what i had to do

I've been through this exact situation, and I understand your frustration. The second job separation form often happens when your claim gets assigned to an adjudicator who needs specific details that weren't captured in the initial form. Here's what I recommend: 1. Fill out the new form with extremely detailed information - be specific about dates, reasons for separation, and any documentation you have 2. After submitting, send a message through your eServices account referencing both the new form submission and your claim's long wait time 3. Try reaching ESD by phone - yes, it's nearly impossible through the regular channels, but I finally got through using Claimyr (claimyr.com). They have a service that helps you bypass the hold times and connect with an ESD agent. They have a video demo at https://youtu.be/7DieNd3C7zQ?si=26TzE_zGms-DODN3 that shows how it works. It was the only way I could actually speak to someone about my adjudication delay. In my case, once I spoke with an agent, they were able to expedite my claim since it had already been in adjudication for so long. Don't give up!

Wow, I'm having deja vu reading your post! The EXACT same thing happened to me in January. First form right away, then randomly asked for another one after waiting forever. For me, it was because my former employer disputed something on my initial claim (which they never told me about btw). The second form didn't reset my waiting period completely, but it did add about 3 more weeks to the process. The most frustrating part was that the second form asked for basically the same information as the first one! I just made sure to be super detailed and consistent with my first answers. BTW, have you been filing your weekly claims this whole time? Make sure you keep doing that even while in adjudication!

the job separation forms r diffrent. 1st one is basic info 2nd one is more detailed for the adjudicator. its dumb but thats how esd does it. i had to wait 11 weeks total for my claim last time.

To follow up on your question about back pay - yes, if your claim is ultimately approved, ESD will pay you for all the weeks you claimed during the adjudication period (assuming you met all eligibility requirements like job search activities for those weeks). After I finally got through to an agent using the Claimyr service I mentioned, they explained that having two different job separation forms is part of their process. The first is just basic information gathering, while the second is more tailored to your specific situation based on initial review. The agent was able to see exactly why my claim was held up and addressed it on the spot. I received payment for all back weeks within 3 days after that call. Definitely worth trying to actually speak to someone rather than just waiting.

Yes, Claimyr does have a fee, but it was worth it considering I was about to miss another rent payment. They basically hold your place in line and call you when they have an ESD agent on the phone. Took about 2 hours total instead of days of redialing. The video on their site explains it better than I can. With how backed up ESD is right now, it was the only way I could actually reach a human.

Just to clarify some points here: 1. The second job separation form doesn't reset your place in line completely. Your claim has already been in adjudication, and this is part of that process. 2. When you submit the new form, it goes directly to the adjudicator handling your case, not back to initial processing. 3. Continue filing weekly claims as normal - this is critical for receiving all back payments if approved. 4. The timeframe varies, but currently ESD is taking 8-12 weeks for complex adjudication cases. When you see activity like being asked for additional information, that's actually a good sign that your claim is being actively worked on rather than sitting in a queue. 5. Be extremely detailed and precise in the new form, especially regarding your reason for job separation, last day worked, and any severance or final pay received.