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No UI checks received yet - no communication from DUA. What to do?

Hey everyone, I'm having trouble with my unemployment checks. I haven't received any yet and I'm getting worried. I've been waiting for a while now and haven't even gotten any notices or letters from the unemployment office. Has anyone else experienced this? I'm not sure if I need to verify my identity or what. Any advice would be really appreciated!

Carter Holmes

Ugh, I feel you. The unemployment system is such a mess rn. Have you tried logging into your account online to check the status of your claim? Sometimes they don't send letters but update stuff there.

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Mia Alvarez

Thanks for the suggestion! I'll def check that out. Didn't even think to look online tbh 🤦‍♂️

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Sophia Long

This! Always check online first. The physical mail is soooo slow these days.

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Angelica Smith

I had a similar issue last month. Turns out they needed additional verification of my identity. Did you upload all your documents when you first applied? Make sure everything is there and up to date.

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Logan Greenburg

Have you tried calling them? I know its a pain, but sometimes you gotta bite the bullet and spend hours on hold to get answers.

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Charlotte Jones

Calling is the worst! I spent 3 hours on hold last week and then got disconnected 😭

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Lucas Bey

Pro tip: I found a way to get someone on the phone without the wait. 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 about it: https://youtu.be/uVjQjxj3x3g

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Harper Thompson

Wait, seriously? That sounds too good to be true. Has anyone else tried this?

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Lucas Bey

Yeah, I was skeptical at first too, but it really did work for me. Saved me hours of frustration.

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Caleb Stark

$20 tho? Idk if I wanna pay just to talk to someone...

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Lucas Bey

I get it, but for me it was worth it. Time is money, and I was losing my mind trying to get through on my own.

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Jade O'Malley

Here's what you need to do: 1. Check your online account for any pending issues or requests for information. 2. Make sure all your documents are uploaded and up to date. 3. If you haven't received any communication, there might be an issue with your contact info. Double-check that it's correct in the system. 4. Try to get in touch with them - either by phone (be prepared to wait) or see if they have an email for inquiries. 5. If all else fails, reach out to your local state representative. They often have contacts in the unemployment office and can help push things along. Don't give up! The system is overwhelmed right now, but persistence is key. Good luck!

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Mia Alvarez

Wow, thank you so much for this detailed response! I'll definitely follow these steps. Really appreciate it 🙏

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Hunter Edmunds

This should be pinned at the top of the sub tbh. So helpful!

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Ella Lewis

am i the only 1 who thinks its ridiculous we gotta jump thru all these hoops just to get the money we're entitled to? 🤡 system is broken af

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Andrew Pinnock

Preach! 👏👏👏

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Brianna Schmidt

It's designed to be difficult on purpose. They hope people will just give up.

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Alexis Renard

Have you checked your spam folder? Sometimes their emails end up there. Also, make sure you're certifying for benefits every week, even if you haven't received anything yet.

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Camila Jordan

OP, how long have you been waiting? It took almost 2 months for my first check to come through. The backlog is insane rn

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Mia Alvarez

It's been about 6 weeks now. Ugh, guess I might have a bit longer to wait then 😩

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Tyler Lefleur

6 weeks? You sweet summer child. I'm going on 4 months now 💀

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