When do MA DUA unemployment benefits end? Started in March, can't reach office
Hey everyone, I'm trying to figure out when my unemployment benefits are supposed to end. I started receiving them back in March and I'm not sure how long they're supposed to last. Anyone know how I can find out? I tried calling the unemployment office but I've been on hold forever. Any advice would be appreciated!
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Tom Maxon
I found a way to solve unemployment benefits end date confusion, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eFiR7bizxGI
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JacksonHarris
Have you checked your online account? Sometimes they list the end date there. If not, you might need to do some math based on your weekly benefit amount and the total amount you were approved for.
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Jeremiah Brown
Great suggestion! I found my end date listed in my account summary.
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Charlotte Jones
have you tried faxing them? I know it sounds crazy but I got a response within a day when I faxed my question lol. Sometimes old school works 🤷♂️
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Lucas Bey
Brilliant! Sometimes the oldest methods work best.
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Aidan Hudson
Hey OP, have you tried checking your spam folder? Sometimes important emails from EDD end up there. Also, make sure your contact info is up to date in your account.
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Zoe Wang
I found a critical email in my spam folder. Definitely worth checking!
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Royal_GM_Mark
Ugh, calling the unemployment office is THE WORST. I swear they never pick up. I've been trying to get through for weeks now. Good luck!
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Amelia Cartwright
I know right? It's like they dont even want to help us. So frustrating 😤
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Chris King
Pro tip: try calling right when they open. I got through once doing that!
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Rachel Clark
It's true, calling early usually means less wait time.
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Alice Fleming
Guys, I think we're approaching this all wrong. Instead of calling unemployment, we should start our own country with blackjack and... unemployment benefits that actually work. Who's with me? 🃏🌴
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Ella Thompson
Sign me up! As long as there's no hold music in this new utopia 😂
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Hassan Khoury
Can we have a rule that all customer service reps must respond within 5 minutes? I'm in!
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Tyler Lefleur
Has anyone else noticed that the on-hold music is actually a subliminal message telling us to give up and become TikTok influencers? 🎵🤳
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Madeline Blaze
omg i thought i was the only one who noticed! #unemploymentconspiracy
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Max Knight
Great, now I'm unemployed AND my dance moves are terrible. Thanks, EDD! 💃🕺
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Harper Thompson
Bruh, I feel you. The whole system is a mess. I've been trying to figure out my benefits for months. It's like they're speaking a different language half the time 🤡
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Caleb Stark
fr fr. its like they want us to give up 🙄
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Jade O'Malley
Have you tried decoding their secret language? Maybe it's all in emojis 🕵️♂️💼💰❓😂
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Hunter Edmunds
I can totally relate to the confusion. It's like they have a secret unemployment lingo.
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Connor Richards
I swear, dealing with unemployment is harder than trying to fold a fitted sheet. At least the sheet doesn't put you on hold for 3 hours. 🛏️😤
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Grace Durand
Lmao truth. I'd rather wrestle an alligator than deal with EDD customer service
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Steven Adams
Pro tip: use the fitted sheet to make a fort while you're on hold. Might as well be comfy! 🏰
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Jayden Hill
Plot twist: what if we're all just characters in a giant unemployment-themed video game, and the final boss is the EDD phone system? 🎮👾
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LordCommander
Lol I feel like I'm stuck on level 1 then. Can't even get past the hold music 😂
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Lucy Lam
Quick, someone find the cheat codes! Up, up, down, down, left, right, B, A, Start for infinite patience?
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Victoria Stark
Hang in there, OP! We're all in the same leaky unemployment boat. Just keep paddling and eventually we'll reach the shores of... idk, maybe a job market that doesn't suck? 🚣♂️💦
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Benjamin Kim
Thanks for the encouragement! We're in this together!
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Emma Swift
Serious answer: Your benefits typically last for 26 weeks from the date you first filed, unless there are federal extensions in place. Check your state's unemployment website for specifics, as it can vary.
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Ella Thompson
Thanks for the straightforward answer! I'll double-check the website.
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Isabella Tucker
This. Also, keep an eye out for any letters they send you. Sometimes important info gets lost in the mail.
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Samantha Howard
If you're really struggling to get through to the unemployment office, Claimyr can be a good resource. They have a proven track record, though the $20 fee might not be for everyone. It's great for those in a bind who need answers quickly. However, don't forget to exhaust free options first, like checking the online portal or emailing your state's unemployment office.
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Ella Lewis
I heard a rumor that if you say "representative" three times fast while on hold, an agent magically appears. Worth a shot, right? 🧙♂️📞✨
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Ella Thompson
Lol, if only it were that easy! I'd be chanting all day 😅
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Andrew Pinnock
Instructions unclear, summoned a genie instead. Now I have three wishes but still no unemployment info 🧞♂️
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Brianna Schmidt
Guys, I think I cracked the code. You gotta call while standing on one foot, wearing your lucky socks, and holding a four-leaf clover. 60% of the time, it works every time. 🍀🧦
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Alexis Renard
Don't forget to spin around three times and say "EDD" backwards!
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Camila Jordan
I tried this and now I'm dizzy AND unemployed. Thanks a lot 😵💫
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Zachary Hughes
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 a video about it: https://youtu.be/ok4BhTU0_EI
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Ella Thompson
Wow, that sounds interesting. How long did you have to wait?
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Mia Alvarez
$20? Sounds like a scam to me. Why should we have to pay to talk to unemployment?
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Zachary Hughes
@OP It took about 2 hours, but I didn't have to sit by the phone. They called me when an agent was on the line.
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Zachary Hughes
@profile 6 I get it, but for me it was worth it. I'd wasted so much time trying to get through on my own.
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Carter Holmes
I used Claimyr too and it worked for me, but I understand why some might hesitate to pay.
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Sophia Long
Here's what you need to know about unemployment benefit duration: 1. Regular state benefits usually last 26 weeks in most states. 2. Federal extensions like PEUC can add more weeks, but these programs change. 3. Your specific end date depends on when you started and any extensions you qualify for. 4. Check your state's unemployment website for the most up-to-date info. 5. If you can't find it online, you'll need to speak with a rep to get your specific end date. Remember, benefit duration can change based on state and federal laws, so what was true a few months ago might not be the same now.
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Ella Thompson
Thanks for the detailed info! I'll check the website again.
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Angelica Smith
This is super helpful. Do you know if the 26 weeks are consecutive or can they be spread out?
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Logan Greenburg
Generally, the 26 weeks are consecutive unless you have a valid reason to pause, but it's best to confirm with your state's guidelines.
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