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Just a quick update on what I mentioned earlier - I forgot to address your interest question. In my case, they did NOT stop the interest from accruing once I set up payments. However, if you can prove financial hardship, there's a separate form you can submit to request an interest waiver. It's not guaranteed, but worth trying if the 1% monthly interest is making it impossible to make progress on the principal amount.
Thank you for clarifying! I'll definitely ask about the hardship waiver when I finally get through to someone. This debt is already stressing me out so much, and watching it grow every month despite making payments would be really disheartening.
One more important tip I forgot to mention: make sure you keep documentation of EVERYTHING. Every payment, every phone call, every email. I had an issue where their system didn't properly record two of my payments, and I had to provide bank statements to prove I'd paid. Also, if you do get your payment plan established, check your account regularly to make sure the payments are being applied correctly to your balance.
This is excellent advice. Document everything in writing, including the name of any ESD representative you speak with, date and time of the conversation, and what was discussed. ESD systems don't always communicate perfectly between departments, so your thorough records may be the only proof you have if discrepancies arise later.
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i had something kinda similar happen last month... forgot about a temp job i did for like 3 weeks... what worked for me was sending a message through the eservices portal thing using the 'contact us' option... took like 4 days but someone actually responded and told me what to do
I didn't realize you could send messages through eServices! I'll try that right now. Did they just have you upload documents or did you have to do something else?
they had me fill out some form about missing employment (cant remember what its called) and upload my paystubs. then they put my claim on hold for like 2 weeks while they checked everything. kinda sucked waiting but at least it got fixed
Just wondering - was the Texas job W-2 employment or contract/1099 work? Makes a difference in how ESD processes it.
It was regular W-2 employment at a warehouse. I have my W-2 from them and about 5 paystubs. I just completely blanked when filling out the application because it was such a short job between two longer Washington jobs.
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ESD is so inconsistent! my friend got approved for training ben. for her CDL training but i got denied for almost the same thing. it depends entirely on which worker reviews ur case and what mood their in that day. some of them don't know their own rules!!!! keep calling back til u get someone who will actually help u instead of just saying no.
This is so true. I had to call back three different times before I got the right information for my situation. Each person told me something completely different. It's worth being persistent.
UPDATE on Training Benefits rules for 2025: ESD has slightly broadened their interpretation of what qualifies as "substantially different occupation" for Commissioner Approved Training. The key factors now include: 1. Wage difference (10%+ potential increase helps your case) 2. Different skill set requirements (documented by DOT codes) 3. Different working conditions or environment 4. Industry demand (higher demand occupations get priority) For union apprenticeships specifically, you need to emphasize that this is a completely different career path requiring specialized training that wasn't part of your previous work. Don't frame it as advancement or career development - frame it as necessary retraining for employment. Also, be aware that even if you're denied Training Benefits (the extension), you can still get Commissioner Approved Training status which waives job search requirements while you train.
This is incredibly valuable information! The operators position would definitely be at least a 25% wage increase and involves completely different machinery and skills. I'll make sure to emphasize those points and use the language you suggested about retraining rather than advancement. Thank you so much!
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Update us after your hearing! I have mine next month and I'm TERRIFIED. No idea what to expect or how formal it is. Will the judge interrupt a lot? Can I bring notes? Is it like a real court?? So many questions and ESD gives zero helpful info as usual.
I've been through several unemployment appeal hearings (both as a claimant and later helping others). It's much less formal than regular court. Here's what to expect: - It's typically conducted by phone or Zoom now - The Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) will begin by explaining the process and swearing everyone in - You'll be able to use notes (definitely prepare these in advance) - The judge will ask specific questions rather than having you present a case - Your employer will have a chance to give their side and you'll have a chance to respond - The whole thing usually takes 30-60 minutes Best advice: answer questions directly without going off-topic, be honest but highlight facts that support your eligibility, and don't interrupt the judge or employer when they're speaking. Stay calm and stick to factual information rather than emotional arguments.
i just had my hearing yesterday and it wasn't as bad as i thought! the judge was actually pretty nice and let me explain everything. the weird part was my old boss seemed totally confused about why i was fired and gave different reasons than what was in my denial letter from ESD lol. hoping that helps my case!
That's really reassuring! Did you have any documentation with you or just explained your situation? And how long did they say it would take to get a decision? I'm trying to prepare for every possibility.
i had screenshots of texts with my manager and a copy of the company handbook to show i didn't violate any policies. judge said i'll get the decision in 2-3 weeks by mail. the waiting is killing me but at least the hearing part is over!
Natalie Wang
my sister works at worksource and she says this happens ALL THE TIME with appeals. she said sometimes u need to contact ur state representative to speed things up. they can do an "legislative inquiry" that gets ESD moving way faster. google ur district and email ur rep explaining the situation!
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Noah Torres
•This is actually good advice. Legislative inquiries do get prioritized in the system and assigned to specialized agents. I'd recommend trying the direct ESD contact methods first, but if you're approaching 60+ days with no resolution, a legislative inquiry can be very effective.
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Chloe Mitchell
Just checking in - have you had any luck getting this resolved? Did any of the suggestions here work for you?
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Alexis Robinson
•Update: I finally got through to someone at ESD yesterday! Turns out there was a flag on my account requiring manual review after the appeal victory. The agent said she removed the flag and expedited my payment processing. She said I should see the money within 3 business days. I'll update again once it arrives. Thanks everyone for your help and suggestions!
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