UI Overpayment Follow-up: What to Expect When Calling?

Ugh, overpayments are the worst! I had to deal with one last year. When you call, make sure you have all your paperwork ready - they'll ask for dates, amounts, and probably your claim number. Be prepared to wait on hold for a looong time tho 🙄

I found a method to 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

Listen up, cause I've been through this rodeo before. Here's what you need to know about dealing with UI overpayments: • First, don't panic. It's more common than you think. • Get all your docs in order - paystubs, claim forms, any correspondence from UI. • If you disagree with the overpayment, you can appeal. There's usually a deadline, so act fast. • They might offer a payment plan if you can't pay it all at once. • In some cases, you can request a waiver if repayment would cause financial hardship. • DOCUMENT EVERYTHING. Every call, every letter, every conversation. • Be polite but firm with the reps. Remember, they're just doing their job. • If you're not getting anywhere, consider contacting your local rep or ombudsman. Stay strong, OP. You'll get through this!

am i the only 1 who thinks its bs that they can just decide u owe them money outta nowhere? like how does that even happen 🤔

Hey OP, just went thru this last month. Make sure you ask about the 'good cause' provision if the overpayment wasn't your fault. Saved me a ton of headache!

Unpopular opinion: maybe double check your eligibility before applying next time? Just saying... 🤷‍♂️

Anyone else feel like they need a law degree to understand half the stuff UI sends? 🤣 I swear its written in another language sometimes