UPDATE: I finally got this resolved! For anyone else stuck on this July 2025 question, here's what worked: I ended up using Claimyr to reach a DEO agent after trying everything else. Got connected to someone in about 30 minutes. The agent confirmed it's a known system error and manually overrode that section. My claim is now processing! She said they're working on a fix but it might not be deployed for weeks, so getting an agent to manually fix it is currently the fastest solution.

I'm going through this exact same issue right now! Been stuck on that July 2025 employment question for over a week. It's so frustrating because like you said, how can anyone answer about employment status for a date that hasn't even happened yet? I've tried different browsers, clearing cache, logging out and back in - nothing works. Reading through all these responses is really helpful though. Sounds like @Freya Thomsen's "Request Staff Review" method might be the easiest to try first before paying for a service or spending hours calling. I'm going to try that approach today and see if they can override it on their end. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences - at least now I know I'm not going crazy and it really is a system error!

I went through something very similar last year when I claimed 4 back weeks after a CONNECT glitch locked my account. All my back weeks went to "waiting adjudication" too and I was terrified I'd lose the money. Here's what I learned: the adjudication is usually just to verify you met the work search requirements during those weeks and weren't working/earning income that would disqualify you. In my case, it took about 3 weeks but I did get all my back pay. The key is staying on top of it - check your CONNECT inbox daily for any fact-finding questionnaires they might send. If you don't respond to those within the deadline (usually 10 days), your claim gets denied. Also document every call you make to DEO with dates/times and what they told you. The system is definitely broken but most people do eventually get their money if they stay persistent.

I'm dealing with this exact same issue right now! My account was also locked for address changes and when I claimed my back weeks last week, they all went to "waiting adjudication" too. It's so stressful not knowing what's going to happen. Reading through everyone's experiences here is actually really helpful though - at least now I know this is normal when claiming back weeks and not some kind of red flag on my account. I'm going to try calling first thing tomorrow morning and ask for a Tier 2 agent like someone suggested. Has anyone had luck getting through early in the morning vs later in the day? I'm wondering if there's a better time to call when the wait times might be shorter.

I'm in week 7 of adjudication and this thread has been such a godsend - I was starting to think I was the only one dealing with this nightmare! My employer also contested my claim after laying me off due to "budget constraints," and I haven't been able to get through to a single human at DEO despite calling every single day for the past month. The financial stress is becoming unbearable - my savings are completely depleted and I'm behind on rent. Reading everyone's success stories with Claimyr has given me the first real hope I've had in weeks. I'm going to try it first thing tomorrow morning, even though it kills me to have to pay just to get information about my own case. @Lena Kowalski thank you so much for sharing your updates throughout this process - it's been incredibly helpful to see someone actually make progress! For everyone else still waiting, let's keep supporting each other through this broken system. I'll definitely update here once I try Claimyr and hopefully get some real answers about what's causing my delay.

I'm currently in week 5 of adjudication and this thread has been absolutely invaluable! My situation mirrors so many others here - laid off due to company downsizing, employer contested the claim, and complete radio silence from DEO despite daily attempts to call. The stress of not knowing what's happening while bills pile up is just overwhelming. After reading all the positive experiences with Claimyr throughout this thread, I'm convinced it's worth trying. It's infuriating that we have to pay a third-party service to access basic information about our own cases, but the alternative seems to be waiting indefinitely with zero communication. The regular DEO phone system is completely broken - I've literally never gotten through to a human being despite trying for weeks. What really strikes me reading everyone's stories is how similar our situations are - legitimate layoffs being contested, employers using this as a delay tactic, and DEO's complete lack of transparency about what they actually need from us. It shouldn't take a paid service to find out that they're missing documentation they never told us about! Thank you to everyone sharing their experiences and updates, especially those who've had success with Claimyr. It gives the rest of us hope that there might actually be a way through this nightmare. I'll definitely update once I try the service myself - we're all stronger when we support each other through this broken system!

Just wanted to chime in as someone who went through this nightmare in 2023. Florida's 12-week limit is brutal compared to other states, but there are a few things that kept me afloat while job hunting: 1. Check if your former employer offers any severance or COBRA assistance - sometimes HR doesn't mention these upfront 2. Look into local churches and community organizations - many have emergency assistance funds that don't require you to be a member 3. Consider freelance or contract work in your field while searching - sites like Upwork or Indeed's gig section sometimes have manufacturing consulting or project-based work 4. Apply for Medicaid immediately if you haven't already - losing employer health insurance adds so much stress to an already difficult situation The CareerSource appointment is a great step. When I went, they also helped me update my resume for free and gave me access to their computer lab for applications. Some locations even have mock interview sessions. Hang in there - the job market is definitely tough right now but it's not impossible. I ended up finding something after about 16 weeks of searching, and the gap didn't hurt me as much as I thought it would with employers.

I'm going through the exact same thing right now - just exhausted my 12 weeks last Friday and feeling completely lost. Reading through all these responses has been so helpful though. I had no idea about some of these resources like 211 or that CareerSource offered free resume help. One thing I wanted to add that helped me a bit - if you have any professional licenses or certifications, check if there are renewal fee waivers available for unemployed people. I found out my state license board offers a hardship waiver that saved me $200 I was dreading having to pay. Also, LinkedIn has been surprisingly useful for networking even when you're unemployed. I've been connecting with people in my industry and letting them know I'm looking - a few have shared job postings that weren't publicly advertised yet. The stress is real though. Some days I can barely get out of bed knowing I have no income coming in. But seeing people like @Nia Thompson who found work after 16 weeks gives me hope that this isn't permanent. We just have to keep pushing through this awful system. Good luck to everyone dealing with this - Florida really needs to do better by its unemployed residents.

I'm going through almost the exact same situation right now! Relocated from Ohio to Florida in November for what was supposed to be a permanent marketing position, only to get laid off after 6 weeks due to "budget cuts." The whole experience has been incredibly stressful. I filed my Combined Wage Claim about 2 weeks ago and from everything I'm reading here, it sounds like I have a long wait ahead of me. But it's actually really comforting to see so many people who have successfully navigated this process, even if it takes time. A few things I've learned so far: - The CONNECT system is definitely confusing at first, but take your time with the employment history section - I've been keeping a detailed spreadsheet of all my job applications from day one (wish I'd seen that advice earlier!) - Having all your previous state documentation ready really helps For anyone else in this boat - we're not alone in this! It seems like Florida's job market has been particularly brutal lately for people relocating here. But based on all these success stories, there's definitely hope if we can just get through the waiting period. @Zara Shah - definitely don't wait to file. Even though the process takes a while, getting that filing date locked in is crucial for your back pay calculation.

I went through this exact same situation last year when I moved from Pennsylvania to Florida for a job that lasted exactly 4 weeks before they "restructured" my position away. It's such a gut punch when you've relocated your entire life for something that falls apart so quickly. Here's what worked for me with the Combined Wage Claim process: 1. File immediately - I cannot stress this enough. Your retroactive payments start from your filing date, so don't delay even if you're still gathering documentation. 2. When you get to the out-of-state employment section on CONNECT, be extremely detailed. I included my exact start/end dates, gross wages, employer contact info, and even my supervisor's name. The more detail you provide upfront, the smoother the verification process goes. 3. Upload everything you have right away - termination letter, Georgia pay stubs, W-2s, your Florida employment documentation, even your job offer letter showing you moved here for legitimate work. Don't wait for them to request specific documents. 4. Start your work search log immediately and be meticulous about it. Florida requires 5 activities per week and they will ask for details if they audit your claim. My claim took about 7 weeks total to process, but I did get all the back pay once approved. The waiting period is nerve-wracking, but based on what you've described, you should definitely qualify. You have legitimate work history from Georgia and your Florida separation was involuntary due to restructuring. Good luck - you've got this!