Won UI appeal - How to claim missed weeks & when to expect back pay?
Hey everyone, I just won my appeal for unemployment benefits and I have some questions. I had a valid reason with doctor's paperwork to back it up. Now I'm wondering about claiming weeks that were missed during the appeal process and when I'll receive back pay for the weeks I did claim. Anyone been through this before? What should I expect?
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Fatima Al-Mazrouei
Congrats on winning your appeal! š I went through something similar last year. Here's what you need to know: ā¢ First, contact the unemployment office ASAP. Let them know you won your appeal and ask about the process for claiming missed weeks. ā¢ They might have you fill out a special form for backdating claims. ā¢ For the weeks you already claimed, the back pay should come automatically, but it can take a few weeks to process. ā¢ Keep an eye on your account online for any updates or messages. ā¢ Document everything! Save copies of all paperwork and note down who you talk to and when. Hope this helps! Let me know if you have any other questions.
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Dylan Wright
This is really helpful, thanks for sharing! Do you remember how long it took for your back pay to come through after winning the appeal?
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Fatima Al-Mazrouei
For me, it took about 3 weeks. But I've heard it can vary depending on your state and how backed up the system is. Patience is key!
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NebulaKnight
3 weeks?! š± Ugh, the waiting game is the worst part. I'm still waiting on mine and it's been a month already.
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Sofia Ramirez
ive been in the same boat, its a nightmare trying to get ahold of someone at the unemployment office. good luck!
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Dmitry Popov
Quick tip: 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 the link: https://www.claimyr.com
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Ava Rodriguez
Sounds too good to be true. Is this legit? Anyone else tried it?
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Dmitry Popov
Yeah, it's legit. I was skeptical at first too, but it saved me hours of hold time. Worth every penny imo.
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Miguel Ortiz
20 bucks?! That's highway robbery! š¤¬ The system is so broken that we have to PAY just to talk to someone?!
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Dmitry Popov
I get it, but think about how much your time is worth. For me, not sitting on hold for 4 hours was definitely worth $20.
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Zainab Khalil
make sure u keep ALL ur documentation. theyll try to find any reason to deny u again, trust me š
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Giovanni Gallo
Thanks for the heads up. I've got everything filed away just in case. Fingers crossed it goes smoothly from here!
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QuantumQuest
Has anyone else noticed that the unemployment website is always "under maintenance" when you need it most? š¤ It's like they're trying to make this as difficult as possible!
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Connor Murphy
omg yes!!! š¤ I swear they do it on purpose. It's always down when I try to certify my weeks.
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Yara Haddad
Pro tip: Try accessing the site really early in the morning or late at night. Less traffic = fewer issues usually.
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Keisha Robinson
Congrats on winning your appeal! Quick question - did you have a lawyer help you with the process? I'm considering getting one for my case.
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Giovanni Gallo
Thanks! I didn't use a lawyer, just gathered all my medical documentation and presented my case clearly. But every situation is different, so it might be worth consulting one if you're unsure.
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Paolo Conti
Anyone else feel like they need a PhD in bureaucracy to navigate this system? šš¤” I swear, half the battle is just understanding all the jargon and forms!
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Amina Sow
Hey OP, congrats on the win! Quick question - did they give you any trouble about the doctor's note? I'm in a similar situation and worried they might try to dispute it.
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Giovanni Gallo
Thanks! They actually didn't give me any trouble about the doctor's note. As long as it's official and clearly states your condition/restrictions, you should be good. Just make sure it's dated and signed!
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GalaxyGazer
yall ever notice how the unemployment office has worse hours than the dmv? š like, we're unemployed, we got all day... but they close at 4pm?!
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Oliver Wagner
LOL for real tho šÆ It's like they don't want us to get help
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Natasha Kuznetsova
Bruh, I once got through after being on hold for 2 hours... at 3:59pm. They told me to call back tomorrow. I almost threw my phone š±š„
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