What does decision rendered mean for unemployment - Washington ESD claim update

Decision rendered means Washington ESD has made a determination about your claim. You should receive a written notice in the mail within 2-3 business days explaining their decision. It could be an approval, denial, or something in between like a partial disqualification.

I had this same status update last month and it turned out to be good news - my claim was approved! The waiting was brutal but once they rendered the decision I got backpay for all those weeks I was waiting. Fingers crossed for you!

Just went through this process too. If you've been having trouble getting through to Washington ESD to check on your claim status, I found this service called Claimyr that helps you actually connect with an agent. They have a website at claimyr.com and there's a demo video at https://youtu.be/7DieNd3C7zQ showing how it works. Saved me hours of calling and getting hung up on.

Decision rendered is actually a good sign - it means your case is no longer stuck in adjudication limbo. Even if the decision isn't what you hoped for, at least you'll know where you stand and can plan accordingly.

Been waiting 8 weeks for a decision on my claim and still nothing. This whole Washington ESD system is broken. How is it taking so long to make basic eligibility determinations?

When I got 'decision rendered' it was because they needed additional documentation. The letter asked for pay stubs and a separation notice from my employer. Had to submit those before they could finalize the approval.

FYI - once you get the decision letter, read it carefully. It will explain your weekly benefit amount, how long you can collect, and any work search requirements. This info is crucial for filing your weekly claims correctly.

decision rendered just means they made up their mind about your case. could be good could be bad. youll find out soon enough when the letter comes

I remember when this happened to me I was refreshing my account every hour trying to see if more details would appear. They don't - you really do have to wait for the letter. The anticipation is terrible but at least you know something is happening.

Pro tip: if your decision is favorable, make sure to continue filing your weekly claims while you wait for the decision letter. Don't skip any weeks thinking you need to wait for the letter first.

The decision letter will also tell you if there are any issues that could affect future weeks. Like if you're approved but they have concerns about your availability or work search efforts.

I've been through this process twice now and both times the decision rendered status showed up on a Tuesday and I got the letter on Thursday. Might be coincidence but that's been my experience with Washington ESD timing.

Whatever the decision is, don't stress too much about it. If it's approved, great. If it's denied, you can appeal. If it's partially approved, you can usually appeal the parts you disagree with. There are options either way.

Make sure you understand the difference between the monetary determination and the eligibility determination. Decision rendered could refer to either one. The monetary tells you how much you'll get, the eligibility tells you if you qualify at all.

Since you mentioned waiting 6 weeks, you might want to check if there are any issues listed in your account that you need to resolve. Sometimes there are outstanding requirements that aren't obvious from the main status page.

Remember that if you need to reach Washington ESD about your decision, their phone system is usually swamped. That Claimyr service someone mentioned earlier might be worth looking into if you need to speak with someone urgently.

The hardest part about this whole process is the waiting and uncertainty. At least now you're at the final step before getting answers. Hang in there!

Just want to add that if your decision is favorable, the backpay can be substantial after waiting 6 weeks. I was stressed about money during my wait but the lump sum really helped catch up on bills.

Final thought - save that decision letter somewhere safe once you get it. You might need to reference it later for tax purposes or if you have to reapply for benefits in the future. It's an important document.

I went through the exact same thing a few months ago - that "decision rendered" status change after weeks of waiting! In my case, it meant they had finished reviewing all my documentation and made their final determination. The letter arrived about 3 days later and thankfully it was an approval. The key thing is that once you see this status, the waiting period is essentially over. Whether the news is good or bad, at least you'll finally have clarity and know what your next steps are. Keep filing your weekly claims in the meantime just in case - you don't want to miss out on any potential benefits while waiting for that letter to arrive!

I'm new here but wanted to share my recent experience with the "decision rendered" status. I saw this same update about 2 weeks ago after waiting nearly 7 weeks for my claim to be processed. Like you, I was constantly checking my account and getting more anxious each day. The good news is that in my case, it was an approval! The letter came exactly 4 business days after the status changed, and it included all the details about my weekly benefit amount and duration. One thing I wish I had known earlier is that you can sometimes see hints about the decision in your "Secure Messages" section before the physical letter arrives - mine showed up there about a day earlier. Also, definitely keep filing those weekly claims while you wait! I almost stopped filing thinking I needed to wait for the official letter, but fortunately someone in this community advised against it. Fingers crossed you get the same positive outcome I did!

I'm going through this exact same situation right now! Just saw "decision rendered" appear on my account yesterday after 5 weeks of waiting. Reading through everyone's experiences here is really helping ease my anxiety. It sounds like this is actually a positive step forward rather than something to worry about. I've been so stressed about the financial situation while waiting, but hearing about people getting backpay for all those pending weeks gives me hope. I'm definitely going to keep filing my weekly claims like everyone suggests and check my secure messages daily for any early updates. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences - this community is such a lifesaver during these stressful times!