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wait a minute, i just remembered! my friend had this happen and what fixed it wasnt even an appeal. she called esd and asked for a "redetermination" first which is faster than a appeal. might be worth trying that route?
This is actually good advice. A redetermination request can sometimes be processed faster than a formal appeal, especially if it's clearly a misunderstanding about the nature of your separation. You can request both simultaneously - the redetermination and also file the appeal as a backup in case the redetermination doesn't work out. Just be mindful of deadlines for both processes.
Update: I was able to reach an ESD agent today! They said my situation is actually pretty common, and they see it often with severance packages. They suggested I submit a detailed letter explaining that the company initiated the separation through a formal workforce reduction program, along with the severance documentation. She also mentioned requesting a redetermination first before going through the whole appeal process. Feeling much more hopeful now. Thanks everyone for your help!
That's great news! Glad you got through to someone. Did they give you any timeline for how long the redetermination might take?
They said redetermination usually takes 7-10 business days once they receive all documentation. Fingers crossed it works and I don't need the formal appeal process!
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I've helped several clients through the ESD appeals process, and while it's frustrating, there are some steps you can take: 1. File a hardship request with OAH specifically mentioning the eviction risk and having a minor child. Call 1-800-583-8271 and follow up with an email to [email protected] including your appeal number. 2. For immediate housing assistance, contact the Washington Homeowner Assistance Fund if you own your home, or the Department of Commerce's Eviction Rent Assistance Program (ERAP) if you rent. They have emergency funding specifically for people awaiting unemployment benefits. 3. Prepare for your appeal by organizing documentation that shows: - Your previous wage rate ($32/hr you mentioned) - The offered job's wage ($23/hr) - The distance to the new job (map printout showing 50 miles) - Calculation of gas/transportation costs - Any childcare complications the new schedule would create 4. Consider asking for a continuance if you get a hearing date but don't feel prepared. The good news is that refusing work due to substantial pay reduction AND excessive commute distance is commonly successful on appeal. The bad news is that the timeline is indeed 6-8 weeks currently before hearings are scheduled.
This is excellent advice. I'd add that when contacting OAH for a hardship request, use the exact phrase "financial hardship expedite request" as this triggers a specific protocol. Also worth noting that if you get an unfavorable decision at the OAH level, you have 30 days to appeal to the Commissioner's Review Office, which can overturn OAH decisions.
i know this isnt a solution but if u have family anywhere else maybe send ur daughter to stay with them until this is over? that way even if worst happens and u need to go to shelter she doesnt have to. just thinking what id do in ur shoes
I wish that was an option but my parents passed away and my sister is overseas with the military. My daughter's dad isn't in the picture at all. We're kind of on our own here. But I appreciate the suggestion.
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Thanks everyone for the advice! I've scheduled an appointment with WorkSource to discuss Training Benefits, and I'm going to try Claimyr to get through to ESD to ask about my specific situation. It sounds like regular extensions aren't available anymore, but at least there might be some options with the training route if I decide to go that way. I'll update this thread once I learn more in case it helps someone else.
good luck! the job market is slowly getting better i think. took me forever to find something but my roommate just got 3 offers in the same week after being unemployed for 2 months. totally random
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Quick update for anyone following or who might be in a similar situation. I called the Governor's Constituent Services number this morning, and they took all my info. They said they'd submit an urgent inquiry to ESD on my behalf and I should hear something within 3-5 business days. I also called my local WorkSource office and they're submitting an escalation request too. Hoping between these two approaches, something will get my claim moving again. Will update when I hear anything!
That's great! Using multiple channels is smart. In my experience, when your claim gets flagged from both the Governor's office AND WorkSource, it typically gets prioritized pretty quickly. The key thing will be making sure your explanation about the childcare situation is clear and documented. ESD needs to understand that one declined interview due to temporary childcare issues doesn't mean you're not available for work in general.
FINAL UPDATE: Success! Less than 48 hours after contacting the Governor's office, I got a call from an ESD supervisor. She reviewed my case on the phone with me, I explained the childcare situation (it was a one-time emergency when my sister couldn't watch my kids), and she immediately cleared the adjudication flag! My status is now active again and I should receive back payments within 48 hours. THANK YOU to everyone who offered advice, especially about the Governor's Constituent Services number. That was the key to getting this resolved quickly!
So happy to hear this worked out for you! Thanks for coming back to share the good news. This info will definitely help others who find themselves stuck in adjudication.
Ryder Ross
this happened to me to. the letter was about some job search audit from 2020!! they claiming I didnt do enough job searches even tho the requirement was waived during covid??? make it make sense lol. such a joke.
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Madison Tipne
•That's definitely incorrect. Job search requirements were officially waived from March 8, 2020 through July 4, 2021. If they're auditing job searches from that period, it's an error you can appeal. Make sure to reference the official emergency rules (WAC 192-140-005) in your response.
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Miranda Singer
UPDATE: Finally got through to ESD this morning after trying when they first opened! The letter was actually about potential identity theft - someone tried to file a new claim using my information, which triggered their security system. The rep helped me secure my account and file a fraud report. So glad I didn't ignore this! They said there's been a wave of fraud attempts targeting old Covid-era accounts. Everyone should check their accounts and make sure their contact info is up to date.
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Cass Green
•Thanks for updating us! That's actually the third case I've heard about identity theft attempts triggering these notices. Glad you got it resolved and there wasn't an overpayment issue. For anyone else seeing this - definitely worth checking your account security and updating passwords if you haven't logged in since 2020.
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Miranda Singer
•No problem! Yeah, the rep said they've seen hundreds of these cases in the last month alone. Apparently fraudsters are trying to use old account info that might have been exposed in data breaches. So scary!
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