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DETR silent for 2+ months after filing claim, can't certify. What to do?
I filed my unemployment claim over two months ago and still haven't heard anything back. It's been radio silence - no letters, no updates, nothing. To make matters worse, I can't even certify for weeks anymore. Has anyone else experienced this? What should I do? I'm at my wits' end here.
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DETR rep extended my payment waiting time - need advice
Has anyone else had issues with DETR extending waiting times for payments? I just dealt with a rep who didn't seem to know what they were doing and pushed my payment date out further than it should've been. It's frustrating when you're counting on that money and then suddenly it's delayed even more. Anyone have tips for dealing with this or similar experiences?
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Has anyone else noticed that the info on the DETR website is often outdated? I swear I've seen pages that haven't been updated since like 2019.
Omg yes! I thought I was going crazy. It's like they forgot the internet exists.
This is so frustrating! I had a similar experience where the rep basically admitted they weren't sure what they were doing but went ahead and made changes anyway. The worst part is once they mess something up in the system, it seems to take forever to fix. I ended up having to call back multiple times just to get someone who actually knew the process. Have you tried calling back to see if you can get a different rep who might be able to correct whatever the first one did wrong?
DETR: Two approved weeks from October still not finalized. Help!
Hey everyone, I'm having trouble with my unemployment claim. I got two weeks approved back in October, but they still haven't been finalized. It's been months now and I'm getting worried. Has anyone else experienced this kind of delay? Any advice on how to speed things up?
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Ive herd that sometimes claims get stuck in the system if theres a small discrepancy. Like if your adress changed or something. Might be worth double checking all your info is correct
That's a good point. I'll go through everything again to make sure it's all correct. Thanks!
I'm dealing with something similar - had three weeks approved in September that are still stuck in "pending finalization" status. It's incredibly frustrating! I've been following some of the advice here and what's worked best for me so far is calling right at 8am when they open AND sending a detailed email with my claim number. The combination seems to help. Also, if you have any documentation from when you first filed or correspondence about those October weeks, keep it handy when you do get through to someone. They always ask for reference numbers and dates. Hang in there - we'll get through this mess eventually! 💪
Hi Everyone! Welcome to the Claimyr community! We’re excited to start this with all of you! Claimyr is now ACTIVE in Nevada!!! 😀
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To all those having trouble reaching a human at Unemployment. I just ran across this video that gave me a shortcut to reach a human. Hope it helps! https://youtu.be/Mc9FNfOF_yY
Thanks for creating this community, Todd! As a newcomer dealing with unemployment issues, I'm really hoping this will be a helpful resource. I've been struggling to get through to someone at DETR for weeks now. Looking forward to connecting with others who might be going through similar challenges and learning from everyone's experiences here.
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To all those having trouble reaching a human at Nevada Unemployment. I just ran across this video that gave me a shortcut to reach a human. Hope it helps! https://youtu.be/Mc9FNfOF_yY
I had a phone interview last month and it was pretty straightforward. They asked for basic verification info like my full name, social security number, and address. Then they went over my work history - when I last worked, why I left my job, and if I was actively looking for work. They also asked about my availability and any training programs I might be interested in. The whole call took about 15-20 minutes. Just be honest and have your documents ready. Good luck!
Freya Thomsen
Plot twist: what if DETR is actually run by a bunch of sloths? 🦥 Would explain a lot tbh
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Omar Zaki
Nah, sloths would be an improvement. At least they move eventually 😂
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Naila Gordon
I'm dealing with the exact same nightmare! Filed my claim in July and haven't received a single update. The worst part is when you finally do get through on the phone, they just tell you to "keep waiting" with no timeline or explanation. I've started keeping a detailed spreadsheet of every call attempt, email sent, and date - figured it might help when I eventually reach someone who can actually do something. Has anyone had luck contacting the governor's office? I'm thinking about escalating there next since my local rep hasn't responded either. This whole situation is beyond frustrating when people are struggling to pay rent and buy groceries 😤
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