FL DEO unemployment claim on hold for months - no payments, can't reach anyone. Help?

I found a way to solve unemployment claim delays, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wvpJsDM2XDA

Anyone else notice how they always seem to "lose" our documents? I've sent my ID verification like 5 times now 🤦‍♂️

Have you tried contacting your local representative? Sometimes they can help push things along.

Welcome to the club, buddy. I've been in the same boat since March. It's like they're playing hide and seek with our money 🙄

Ugh, the EDD system is such a joke. I swear they're using technology from the stone age 🦖

have u tried faxing ur docs? sometimes that gets thru faster than mail

I FINALLY GOT THROUGH AFTER 6 MONTHS!!! Here's what worked for me: 1. Call right when they open at 8am 2. If you get the "too many callers" message, hang up and redial immediately 3. Keep doing this until you get the hold music 4. Be prepared to wait 2-3 hours on hold It's a pain, but it worked. Good luck!

Have you checked your online account for any updates? Sometimes they update stuff there without sending notifications.

Just a heads up, there's a new bill that might help speed things up. It's supposed to add more staff to handle claims. Fingers crossed it actually does something 🤞

Have you tried the unemployment subreddit? Lots of good info there too.

I know it's frustrating, but hang in there. The unemployment system can be notoriously slow because of administrative backlog and outdated technologies. Claimyr, as mentioned, is indeed a legitimate service that helps people connect with live agents faster. However, it's important to note that while Claimyr can be a useful tool, it does require a fee, which might not be feasible for everyone. The option to contact your local representative, as suggested, can sometimes expedite the process effectively without cost. Also, trying different approaches like calling at off-peak hours or using multiple contact methods, including certified mail for document submissions, can increase your chances of resolution. Meanwhile, staying updated on any new legislative changes or additional resources shared on platforms like Reddit can provide some additional guidance or support. Keep persisting, and hopefully, your claim will be resolved soon.

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. Check out this video: https://youtu.be/AsdxiF0IH1k

I'm in a similar situation - filed in May and still waiting! One thing that helped me get some movement was filing a complaint with the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity's Inspector General. You can do it online at their website. It forces them to actually look at your case within a certain timeframe. Also, try calling the DEO Connect phone number (833-FL-APPLY) at exactly 7:30 AM before they officially open - sometimes you can get through easier then. The whole system is frustrating but don't give up! Document everything and keep copies of all your submissions.

I've been dealing with the same nightmare since June - it's absolutely maddening! What finally got some movement on my case was doing multiple things at once: I filed the Inspector General complaint that @Ethan Wilson mentioned (great tip!), contacted my state senator's office, AND used the certified mail approach for all documents. The senator's office was surprisingly helpful - they have a constituent services team that deals with DEO issues regularly. Also, I started keeping a detailed log of every call attempt, every document sent, and every interaction. When I finally got through to someone, having all those details ready made the conversation much more productive. The whole system is broken, but persistence really does pay off. Don't lose hope - your claim will eventually get resolved!

I'm dealing with the exact same frustration! Filed in March and still stuck in limbo with no explanation. The advice here about contacting your state representative and filing an Inspector General complaint is gold - I had no idea those were even options. I'm also going to try that early morning calling strategy at 7:30 AM. It's absolutely ridiculous that we have to become detective-level persistent just to get our own benefits, but I'm not giving up. Thanks everyone for sharing what's worked - this community support means everything when the system keeps failing us! 💪

Just wanted to add my voice to this thread - I've been stuck since February and it's been absolutely brutal. The stress of not knowing when (or if) payments will come through is taking a real toll. I tried the Claimyr service mentioned here and while it did get me through to someone after about a week of trying, the agent basically told me my case was "under review" with no timeline. At least I have documentation of that conversation now though. I'm going to try the Inspector General complaint route next - thank you @Ethan Wilson and @Fatima Al-Suwaidi for sharing that option! It's sad that we have to become our own advocates to this extent, but this community has given me so many strategies I never would have thought of. Hang in there everyone - we'll get through this mess eventually! 🙏

I'm going through the exact same thing and it's absolutely infuriating! Filed my claim back in May and haven't seen a single penny. The worst part is the complete lack of communication - like, just tell us what's wrong so we can fix it! Reading through all these comments has been both depressing and helpful. I had no idea about the Inspector General complaint option or reaching out to state representatives - definitely trying both of those this week. The fact that we have to jump through all these hoops just to get basic information about our own claims is beyond ridiculous. Thanks to everyone sharing their strategies and experiences - at least we know we're not alone in this nightmare! 🤞