This page relates to appeals of decisions made by the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) division of the WA Cares fund. Those seeking more information about decisions made by the Employment Security (ESD), should contact ESD using the contact information on the notice or decision they received from ESD.
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General Hearing Information
- Do I need a hearing?
- How can I request a hearing?
- Do I have a Prehearing Conference (PHC) or a hearing?
- Can I change the hearing date?
- What if I want to cancel my hearing?
- What if I move?
- What if I lost or never received my paperwork?
- What if I need an interpreter?
- What if I have a disability and require an accommodation?
- Can I have someone represent me?
- Can I reapply for benefits?
- What if I don't know my hearing date?
What to Expect
Prehearing Conference Process
- What is a Prehearing Conference (PHC)?
- Will I receive a notice of a schedule PHC?
- Can I try to settle (resolve) the case prior to the PHC?
- How do I prepare for a PHC?
- Can I change the date and time of the PHC?
- How do I participate in the PHC?
- What happens after the PHC?
- What happens if I miss my PHC?
Hearing Process
- What is the hearing process?
- What are the steps during the hearing?
- What is an exhibit?
- What is a witness?
- What is testimony?
- What are closing statements?
- What if I have additional documents?
- What happens if I miss my hearing?
How to Prepare
Preparation for Hearing
- How do I participate?
- Can I try to settle (resolve) the case prior to the hearing?
- What do I need to know for my hearing?
- How long will my hearing last?
- What documents will I receive?
- What if I have documents to present at the hearing?
- Can I change the date and time of the hearing?
After your Hearing
What to Expect After your Hearing
- How does the judge decide my case?
- When can I expect to receive a decision?
- What if I disagree with the decision?