Stuck in limbo with UI claim status - need advice ASAP!
Hey everyone, I'm having some issues with my unemployment claim. I filed a while back and I'm still waiting on an update about the status. The delay is causing me some real problems. Has anyone else experienced this? Any advice on how to speed things up or what I should do next?
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CyberSamurai
Ugh, I feel ya. I've been waiting for WEEKS to hear back about my claim status. It's so frustrating! Have you tried calling them? That's what I did, but I just got stuck on hold forever 🙄
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Zoe Alexopoulos
•Calling is useless, I swear they never pick up. I've wasted hours of my life listening to that stupid hold music 🎶😤
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Jamal Carter
•Same boat here. tried calling like 50 times last week. no luck. this system is a joke
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Andre Dubois
•Yeah, I've tried calling a few times but no luck. It's so frustrating. I'm worried about bills piling up while I wait 😰
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Mei Liu
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/Rdqa1gKtxuE
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Liam O'Donnell
•Sounds too good to be true. Are you sure it's legit? $20 seems steep just to make a phone call.
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Amara Nwosu
•Interesting. How long did you have to wait before they connected you?
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Mei Liu
•I promise it's legit! I was skeptical too, but it saved me hours of frustration. @profile 6, it took about 2 hours, but I didn't have to sit there listening to hold music. They just called me when an agent was ready.
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AstroExplorer
•ngl that sounds pretty sweet. might give it a try if i dont hear back soon. thx for the tip!
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Giovanni Moretti
Here's what worked for me: 1. Document everything. Keep a log of all your attempts to contact them. 2. Try calling right when they open. Sometimes you can get through easier. 3. Check your online account regularly for updates. 4. If possible, visit an in-person office. Sometimes face-to-face works better. 5. Reach out to your local representative. They might be able to help push things along. Hang in there, OP. The system is overwhelmed, but persistence pays off!
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Fatima Al-Farsi
•This is great advice! I'd add: make sure all your docs are in order. Sometimes delays happen cuz they're missing info.
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Dylan Cooper
•Contacting my rep actually worked for me! Took a few weeks, but they helped push my claim through. Def worth a shot.
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Sofia Perez
am i the only 1 who thinks its ridiculous we gotta jump thru all these hoops just to get our benefits? 🤡 system is broken af
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Dmitry Smirnov
Have you checked your spam folder? Sometimes important emails end up there. Also, make sure your contact info is up to date in their system.
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Andre Dubois
•Good idea, I'll double-check that. Thanks!
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ElectricDreamer
I've heard they're super backed up because of all the fraud cases they're dealing with. Doesn't make the wait any easier tho 😑
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Ava Johnson
•Yeah, I read about that too. Apparently, they're implementing new verification processes which is slowing everything down.
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Miguel Diaz
Pro tip: if u can, apply for other assistance programs while u wait. Food banks, rental assistance, etc. Every little bit helps when ur in limbo
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Zainab Ahmed
•This! 💯 I started using my local food bank and it's been a lifesaver. Don't be too proud to ask for help, y'all.
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