Stuck in ESD adjudication since Feb 17th - how much longer?

mine took almost 9 weeks last fall... its ridiclous how long they make people wait with no money coming in. i called like 50 times and nobody could tell me anything useful either

Unfortunately, ESD adjudication can take anywhere from 4-12 weeks right now. They're still dealing with staffing shortages and a backlog of cases. Make sure you keep filing your weekly claims during this time - if approved, you'll receive backpay for all eligible weeks. You should also double-check that your employer has responded to ESD's request for information, as this is often what causes delays. Call your previous employer's HR department to confirm they've submitted what was needed.

I'm in week 5 of adjudication right now and I'm freaking out about paying rent. Has anybody had success getting through to an actual adjudicator? The regular reps just tell me they can't transfer me and can't give any timeline... I'm desperate here!

Having been through this process multiple times (unfortunately), here's what you need to know about adjudication: 1. Timeframes: Currently averaging 6-10 weeks for separation issues 2. Contacting adjudicators: They don't take direct calls - they review cases in the order received 3. Escalation options: If you're facing eviction or utility shutoff, request an escalation for hardship 4. Documents: Double-check your ESD account for any pending document requests 5. Employer response: This is often the bottleneck - some employers delay responding If you're facing severe financial hardship, contact your local WorkSource office and ask about emergency assistance programs while waiting for unemployment benefits. Some counties have rent assistance and other support available. Also, you should be receiving updates through your ESD online account - check the "Notifications" section regularly.

Have you tried using Claimyr to get through to ESD faster? After waiting in the phone queue for hours over multiple days with no luck, I discovered this service that helped me connect with an actual ESD agent in about 30 minutes. Their website is claimyr.com and they have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/7DieNd3C7zQ?si=26TzE_zGms-DODN3 I was skeptical at first but it actually worked. The agent I spoke with was able to at least tell me exactly why my claim was in adjudication and what documents they were waiting on. Didn't speed up the actual adjudication but at least I understood what was happening.

ESD IS THE WORST!!! I was stuck in adjudication for 11 WEEKS last year and every time I called they gave me a different story about what was happening!!! First it was "waiting for employer response" then it was "waiting for adjudicator review" then "additional information needed" but they NEVER TOLD ME what information!!! The whole system is designed to make people give up on their claims! Keep calling EVERYDAY and demand answers!!

Quick update on adjudication timeframes - I just spoke with an ESD representative this morning and they confirmed they're currently working on early February adjudication cases, so unfortunately your mid-February case is still a few weeks away from being reviewed. The representative mentioned they're trying to speed up the process but they're understaffed in the adjudication department. Keep filing those weekly claims and make sure to answer the job search questions accurately - if you make a mistake on those while in adjudication, it can trigger additional reviews and further delay your claim.

have u checked ur spam folder? sometimes they send emails asking for more info and if u dont respond in time it just stays in adjusication forever

I was in the exact same situation in January. Filed after being laid off, employer contested it saying I quit (which was completely false), and I went into adjudication hell. I called ESD over 70 times in a 3-week period. What finally worked for me was contacting my state representative's office. They have liaisons who work directly with ESD. Within 4 days of contacting my rep, an adjudicator called me, got my side of the story, and approved my benefits the next day with full backpay. Google "[your county] state representative" and reach out to their constituent services. It made all the difference for me!

One important reminder: when your claim is in adjudication, it's critical to continue meeting all job search requirements (3 job search activities per week). Document everything thoroughly in your weekly claims. I've seen cases where people focus so much on the adjudication issue that they neglect job search requirements, and then face even more delays or denials. Also, if you receive any messages or calls from ESD or an adjudicator, respond immediately - even a short delay in your response can push your claim back in the queue.