Filing new UI claim - need help getting started! Any recent tips?
Hey everyone, I'm about to file a new unemployment claim and I'm feeling a bit lost. Has anyone gone through this process recently? Any tips or advice on how to get started? I'm not sure what documents I need or if there's anything I should watch out for. Any help would be really appreciated!
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Aisha Mahmood
I just went through this last month. Here's what you need to know: - Gather all your employment info for the last 18 months (employer names, addresses, dates worked) - Have your Social Security number and driver's license or state ID ready - You'll need your bank info for direct deposit - Be prepared to answer questions about why you're unemployed - File online if possible, it's usually faster - Be patient! The system can be slow and frustrating Good luck! Let me know if you have any specific questions.
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Mateo Sanchez
•Thank you so much! This is really helpful. Quick question - do you know if I need to provide any documentation upfront or just have it ready in case they ask?
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Aisha Mahmood
•You usually don't need to upload docs right away, but have them on hand. They might ask for proof of income or layoff notice later. Better to be prepared!
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Ethan Moore
•Don't forget to print out the confirmation page when your done! I forgot and it was a pain trying to prove I actually filed 🤦♂️
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Yuki Kobayashi
Ugh, good luck. I've been trying to file for weeks and keep getting error messages. The whole system is a joke 🤡
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Carmen Vega
•Same here! I swear they make it difficult on purpose 😤
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QuantumQuester
•Have you tried calling? I know its a pain, but sometimes talking to a real person helps
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Yuki Kobayashi
•Calling? LOL good one. I'd have better luck winning the lottery than getting through on those phone lines 🎰
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Andre Moreau
Pro tip: file your claim late at night or very early in the morning. The website is less likely to crash when there's less traffic. Worked for me!
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Zoe Stavros
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 explaining it: https://youtu.be/Ize0EkN4HDI
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Jamal Harris
•Sounds sketchy. Is this legit? Has anyone else tried it?
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Zoe Stavros
•I was skeptical too, but it actually worked for me. Saved me hours of frustration.
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Mei Chen
•20 bucks to save hours of hold time? Sign me up! 💸
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Liam Sullivan
Whatever you do, triple check all your info before submitting. One wrong digit can delay your claim for weeks. Ask me how I know 😭
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Mateo Sanchez
•Oof, sounds rough. Thanks for the heads up!
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Amara Okafor
Anyone else notice that the questions are kinda confusing? Like, they ask if you're able to work full-time, but what if you're looking for part-time? The wording tripped me up.
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CosmicCommander
•YES! I thought it was just me. They really need to update those forms.
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Giovanni Colombo
•If ur unsure, always call and ask. Better safe than sorry with this stuff
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Fatima Al-Qasimi
PSA: Don't forget to certify every two weeks once you're approved! Set a reminder on your phone or something. Miss a certification and you could lose benefits.
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