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If you're able to get through to a DEO representative, ask them to check these specific things: 1. Is there a specific document they're waiting on from you or your employer 2. Is there a fact-finding questionnaire you need to complete that might not be showing properly in your CONNECT account 3. Request that they escalate your claim to a supervisor due to the extended timeframe (over 8 weeks is definitely excessive) Documenting everything is crucial. If you get different answers from different representatives, ask for their ID numbers and keep detailed notes. Sometimes just mentioning that you're documenting all communication can help get things moving faster.
This is excellent advice. I'd add that you should also ask if there are multiple issues causing delays. Sometimes there's a primary issue (separation reason) and secondary issues (identity verification, work search validation) that all need to be cleared separately.
UPDATE: I finally got through to someone at DEO this morning! Turns out my former employer disputed my layoff and claimed I was fired for performance issues (which is completely untrue). The DEO agent escalated my claim and said I should receive a determination within 5 business days. She also said once approved, all my back weeks will be paid in one lump sum. Thank you all for the advice - especially about Claimyr, which got me through to an actual person in about 20 minutes after weeks of trying.
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when i was on unemployment last winter i just made up my work searches lol. nobody ever checked them. its not like the deo has time to verify everyones job contacts 🤷♀️
This is terrible advice. DEO routinely conducts random audits of work search activities, especially since the new verification system was implemented in March 2025. If caught submitting false information, you can face benefit repayment, disqualification from future benefits, and potentially legal consequences for fraud. Always document legitimate work search activities.
To directly answer your question about the age exemption - Florida did have a provision for claimants 55+ that reduced the work search requirement from 5 to 3 activities per week, but this was suspended in 2023 and hasn't been reinstated with the current extension. Your neighbor might be thinking of this previous policy. If your employer is seriously considering bringing you back, I'd recommend getting something in writing from them with a specific return date. Then you can apply for standby status in your CONNECT account under the "Request Waiver of Work Search Requirements" section. Without this documentation, you'll need to continue with all 5 work searches weekly until either September 5th or until you return to work.
Thank you! I'll reach out to my employer tomorrow to see if they can give me something in writing. Really appreciate the clear explanation about the age exemption too - that must be what my neighbor was talking about.
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i was homeless too waiting for deo!!! slept in my sisters garage for 2 months. the system is broken!!!! when i finally got my money they shorted me by like $3000 and never explained why. i tried calling but gave up after waiting 2 hours and getting hung up on. twice.
You might still be able to get that money if it hasn't been too long. There's a form called "Request for Reconsideration" you can submit through CONNECT. Look under the Determination section. Even if it's been a while, it's worth trying, especially if you have documentation showing you should have received more.
Just want to add - when you're filing your appeal, be VERY specific about why you believe you're entitled to the additional months of backpay. Include dates, your work history, and reference any communications you've had with DEO about this issue. The more specific you are, the better chance you have of success. Also, keep claiming weeks (if your benefit year is still active) while you wait for the appeal to be processed. Appeals can take 30-60 days to be scheduled, but backpay issues are often resolved faster than other types of appeals. And don't forget - if your first-level appeal is denied, you can appeal to the Reemployment Assistance Appeals Commission (RAAC) for a second review.
This is really helpful, thank you! My benefit year is actually ending soon - does that affect my ability to get the backpay from those early months if my appeal isn't resolved before the benefit year ends? I'm working again now (thank goodness) but still really need those missing months of payments to get caught up on everything.
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Update us on what happens! I'm still fighting with them over my claim from DECEMBER and their "customer service" is a joke. The right hand doesn't know what the left is doing. One rep tells you one thing and another tells you something completely different! DOCUMENT EVERYTHING.
I definitely will update! And thanks for the reminder to document everything. I've started taking screenshots of everything in CONNECT and writing down names and times whenever I talk to someone.
One last tip: If you get denied for backdating or can't get through on the phone after multiple attempts, consider reaching out to your state representative. Many of them have staff dedicated to helping constituents with DEO issues. Google "[your county] state representative" and look for their constituent services contact info. Their offices can often cut through bureaucracy faster than we can as individuals.
Malik Jenkins
ALSO make sure u keep doing ur 5 work searches every week and claiming on time!!! if u miss a claim week they will make u start all over and that's a NIGHTMARE
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Hiroshi Nakamura
•Yes, I'm keeping up with all my work searches! I've been saving screenshots of my applications too just in case they want proof later.
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Emma Johnson
One more thing - make sure to check if you're eligible for the Federal Additional Compensation. It can add to your weekly payment if you qualify. You can see this on your determination letter in CONNECT.
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Freya Andersen
•Federal Additional Compensation doesn't exist anymore. That was from the pandemic. Regular FL unemployment is all that's available now - max $675/week before taxes with nothing extra.
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