What happens after unemployment phone interview - Washington ESD next steps?

Thanks, that's what I was hoping to hear. I'll keep filing then. Do you know if they send a letter or just update the online account?

They usually do both - update your SecureAccess Washington account and mail you a determination letter. The online update comes first.

Right?? I keep checking my account like every hour hoping something changes

I've been there. Try to stay busy and not obsess over it. The waiting is the worst part but there's nothing you can do to speed it up.

What if my employer lied during their part of the investigation? Can I bring that up somehow?

If you believe there's false information, you can appeal the decision if it goes against you. The appeal process allows you to present additional evidence and challenge inaccuracies.

How much does that cost? I'm already struggling financially and can't afford to pay for something that might not work.

I understand being tight on money. For me it was worth it just to get some peace of mind about what was happening with my claim. Way better than sitting there wondering.

Never heard of this service before. Seems sketchy to me but I guess if it works...

Good to know, I was definitely thinking about calling them

lol learned this the hard way, spent 4 hours on hold just to be told 'we can't discuss pending adjudications

That's reassuring! I was worried that having an interview meant I was in trouble somehow.

wait really? I thought the interview meant they were leaning towards denying me

Not necessarily. It just means your case needs more investigation. Could go either way.

Good idea, I should probably write that down tonight before I forget

Excellent advice. Also save any documents you referenced during the interview in case you need them for an appeal.

because they're probably dealing with thousands of these cases and don't have enough staff

The whole system is a mess. I've been waiting 6 weeks total for my claim to get resolved.

I get the frustration but they do have to be thorough. A wrong decision can cost them thousands in wrongful payments or appeals.

I know exactly how you feel. Try to check just once a day if you can help it

I set a reminder to check every few days instead of constantly. Helps with the anxiety a bit.

That's good to know. How long does the appeal process take if I need to go that route?

Appeals can take 2-4 months unfortunately. But if you win, you'll get back pay for all the weeks you were eligible.

2-4 months?? That's insane. How are people supposed to survive that long without income?

Oh no, that's terrifying. What was your interview about if you don't mind me asking?

Quit vs fired situation. Employer claimed I abandoned my job, I said I was constructively dismissed. Still going back and forth about it.

Ooh that's great news! I might have to look into that service if I don't hear anything by next week

wait so they can actually tell you when the letter was sent? That's exactly what I need to know

Yeah, the Washington ESD rep was able to see that it was processed and mailed. Saved me from wondering if it got lost or something.

Yeah several people have mentioned that, I'm definitely going to keep filing

This is so important. I see people make this mistake all the time and then they're kicking themselves later.

Good reminder! I've been so focused on the interview results I almost forgot about the job search requirements

How many job contacts do we need per week in Washington? I keep seeing different numbers

It's 3 job search activities per week minimum. Can be applications, networking, job fairs, etc.

That's really reassuring to hear, thank you. I've been assuming the worst

I needed to hear this too. Been spiraling about it all week

Good advice, I'll make sure to read every word when it comes

Yes, the reasoning is crucial for understanding your appeal rights and what evidence might be helpful if you need to challenge it.

Oh wow, that's awesome! I think I'm going to try it too if I don't hear anything by Monday

Hmm maybe that service isn't as sketchy as I thought if multiple people are having success with it

Glad it worked for you too! Way better than sitting around wondering what's happening

Good to know there's usually a consistent timeline. I'm at 1 week now so hopefully just 2 more to go

What were your outcomes if you don't mind sharing? Trying to gauge my own chances

First one was approved, second was initially denied but I won on appeal. Really depends on your specific situation.

Noted! I'll mark my calendar as soon as I get the letter

The 30-day deadline is firm. I've seen people lose their appeal rights because they waited too long, even by just a few days.

This is so important. I almost missed my deadline because I was trying to gather more documents first. File the appeal immediately and worry about evidence later.

Good luck! Hope you get good news soon

Keep us posted! We're all in this together

You've got this! Stay positive and keep following the process