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New UI claim stuck in pending status - need help ASAP!

Hey everyone, I'm dealing with a frustrating situation. My new unemployment claim is stuck in pending status and I have no idea why. Has anyone else experienced this? Any advice on how to get it moving? I'm starting to worry about bills piling up while I wait.

Tom Maxon

I found a way to solve pending unemployment claim issue, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ryv6C9yKivU

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Chloe Robinson

Ugh, I feel your pain. I was in the same boat last month. Have you tried calling them? It's a pain, but sometimes that's the only way to get answers.

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CosmicCrusader

I've been trying to call but can never get through. It's so frustrating! 😤

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Diego Flores

Pro tip: call right when they open. I got through after only 30 minutes on hold that way.

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Anastasia Kozlov

lol good luck with that. i've been trying for weeks and nada 🤷‍♂️

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Sean Flanagan

I found a way to actually get someone on the phone. I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ

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Zara Mirza

Sounds too good to be true. Has anyone else tried this?

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NebulaNinja

20 bucks? That's highway robbery!

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Sean Flanagan

I know it sounds sketchy, but I swear it worked for me. Saved me hours of frustration.

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Luca Russo

How long did you have to wait after using the service?

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Sean Flanagan

It took about an hour, but I was able to do other things while waiting. Way better than being stuck on hold myself.

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Nia Wilson

Here's what worked for me: 1. Gather all your documents (pay stubs, ID, etc.) 2. Call first thing in the morning (like 7:59 AM) 3. Be super nice to the rep, even if you're frustrated 4. Ask specifically what's causing the pending status 5. Take notes on what they say you need to do 6. Follow up within a week if nothing changes Hope this helps! Hang in there, OP. 💪

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CosmicCrusader

Thank you so much for this detailed advice! I'll definitely try calling early tomorrow.

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Mateo Sanchez

This is solid gold advice right here 💯

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Aisha Mahmood

have u checked ur online account? sometimes theres a msg or required action u missed

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Ethan Clark

I swear the system is designed to be confusing on purpose. It's like they don't want us to get our benefits. 🙄

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AstroAce

Preach! 🙌 It's a total clown show 🤡

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Yuki Kobayashi

Careful with the conspiracy theories. It's probably just underfunded and outdated.

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Carmen Vega

Have you tried reaching out to your local state representative? Sometimes they can help push things through.

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CosmicCrusader

I hadn't thought of that. How do I find out who my rep is?

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Carmen Vega

Just google '[your state] find my representative'. Most have websites where you can contact them about issues like this.

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Andre Rousseau

guys i just got off the phone with them. apparently theres a glitch in there system affecting claims filed in the last 2 weeks. they said itll be fixed by next monday

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Zoe Stavros

Source: trust me bro 😂

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Andre Rousseau

lol i know it sounds sus but thats what the lady told me. take it or leave it 🤷‍♀️

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