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One more thing - if you used that Claimyr service to get through to Washington ESD, let us know how it worked out. Always looking for ways to actually talk to a human there.
I'll definitely report back if I end up trying it. The regular phone system is completely useless.
Same, would love to hear real experiences with it before spending money on it.
I went through something similar with Amazon about 8 months ago. They contested my layoff claim too, saying I had "performance issues" even though I was part of a clear RIF that affected my whole department. The adjudication took about 5 weeks but I eventually won. The key thing that helped me was getting a statement from my former supervisor confirming it was a layoff due to business needs, not performance. If you can reach out to your supervisor or any coworkers who witnessed the layoff situation, that could really strengthen your case. Also, keep checking your Washington ESD account online for any updates - sometimes they post decisions there before you get the letter in the mail.
That's really helpful advice! Unfortunately I think my supervisor might have been laid off too in the same round of cuts, but I could try reaching out to some coworkers who are still there. Did you have any trouble getting your supervisor to provide that statement, or were they pretty cooperative about it?
My supervisor was actually pretty helpful about it. I think she felt bad about the whole situation since she knew it wasn't performance related. I just sent her a LinkedIn message explaining what was happening and asked if she'd be willing to provide a brief written statement. She sent me an email within a couple days that I was able to forward to Washington ESD. Even if your supervisor got laid off too, they might still be willing to help - they probably understand how unfair it is for Amazon to contest legitimate layoff claims.
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Have you tried contacting your state representative's office? Sometimes they can help escalate issues with Washington ESD when regular channels aren't working.
I hadn't thought of that. Might be worth a try if I can't get through to Washington ESD directly soon.
Whatever you do, don't stop filing your weekly claims and keep documenting everything. If there is an issue that eventually gets resolved, you'll want to make sure you get all your back pay for the weeks you were eligible.
Definitely continuing to file weekly. Just hoping this gets resolved soon because I'm running out of savings to cover basic expenses.
That's exactly the right approach. Keep filing and keep trying to reach them. Six weeks is definitely long enough that there's a real issue that needs to be addressed by an agent.
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This whole thing reminds me of when my uncle had an UI appeal last year. His status changed to 'determined' but then nothing happened for like 3 weeks. Turns out they sent his determination letter to his old address even though he'd updated his info online. He had to go physically to the WorkSource office to get a copy of the letter. Maybe check if your address is correct in the system?
Thanks for the suggestion, but fortunately I got through to ESD today and confirmed my address is correct in their system. They said I should get the letter this week. Just glad I won the appeal!
Congratulations Isabella! That's such wonderful news! I've been following your situation and I'm so relieved it worked out in your favor. The whole ESD appeal process is incredibly stressful, especially when you're dealing with financial pressure. It's great that you were persistent in calling them to get the result early rather than just waiting for the mail. Your story gives me hope for my own pending appeal. Thanks for sharing the update and best of luck with getting that backpay processed quickly!
Thank you so much for the kind words! It really was incredibly stressful, especially with rent coming due. I kept refreshing that eServices page multiple times a day hoping for some clarity. The worst part was that vague "determined" status - it could have meant anything! I'm just grateful I finally got through on the phone today. For your appeal, don't give up on calling if you need answers quickly. The waiting game is brutal but persistence pays off. Wishing you the best of luck with your case!
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After reading all these comments, I think your best three options are: 1. Use a service like Claimyr to actually reach an ESD agent who can look at your file 2. File that expedited processing form for your appeal that was mentioned 3. Contact your state representative's office for help The governor's office route is unlikely to help based on everyone's experiences. The most important thing is proving you were laid off rather than quitting. Make sure you have your termination notice, any emails about the layoff, and contact information for your former employer's HR department ready. The ESD adjudicator will likely contact your employer to verify the circumstances.
This is really helpful - thank you! I'm going to try all three approaches. I've got my documentation ready including the layoff notice and emails from my manager about the department-wide cuts. Just need to get someone to actually look at them!
I went through something very similar last year - the frustration of being marked as "voluntary quit" when you were actually laid off is maddening! Based on my experience and what others have shared here, I'd recommend trying multiple approaches simultaneously: First, definitely file that expedited processing request that Dmitry mentioned since your appeal has been pending over 30 days. Second, your state representative's office can be surprisingly effective - they have direct contacts at ESD and can often get movement on stuck cases. One thing I learned: when you do finally reach someone at ESD, ask them to put notes in your file about the conversation and get a reference number. This helps if you need to call back later. Also, if your former employer hasn't responded to ESD's inquiry about your termination (which could be causing the delay), you can provide them with your HR contact's direct information to speed things up. Don't give up - wrongful denials do get overturned, but it takes persistence. Document every attempt you make to contact them with dates and times. This can be useful if you need to escalate further.
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Exactly! Just make sure you're still meeting all the job search requirements while you're doing it.
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Emma Wilson
This thread has been super informative! I'm in a similar boat - got offered some consulting work but was terrified to take it because of my unemployment benefits. Now I understand that signing the W9 is just paperwork, and the key is accurate reporting once I actually start working. The distinction between reporting when work is performed vs when paid for 1099 work is crucial - I had no idea about that difference. Going to bookmark this thread for reference when I start my freelance gig!
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Emma Morales
•I'm so glad this thread helped you too! I was in the exact same position - scared to take any work at all. The reporting timing difference between W2 and 1099 work really caught me off guard. It's such an important detail that could easily trip people up. Best of luck with your consulting work! Just remember to keep detailed records from day one.
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