Stuck on final step of UI claim - need to speak with live agent but can't get through. Help!

I found a way to solve unemployment claim completion issues, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ux0nhSSna7M

Ugh, I'm in the same boat. Been trying to get through for days now. The system is so frustrating!

I found a method that actually works to 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 explaining it: https://youtu.be/Rdqa1gKtxuE

Here's what worked for me: 1. Call exactly at 7:59 AM 2. Press 1 for English 3. Then 2 for claims questions 4. Then 1 for existing claims 5. Then enter your SSN 6. Then 2 for all other questions I got through on my third try using this method. Good luck!

This whole system is a joke. Why can't they just hire more people to answer the phones? We're in a pandemic for crying out loud!

Pro tip: if you have Twitter, try reaching out to your state's Department of Labor account. Sometimes they respond and can help push your claim through.

Has anyone else had issues with the online system timing out while you're filling out the form? I swear I've had to start over like 5 times now. 😤

Just a heads up, I finally got through yesterday and they told me there's a huge backlog of claims. The rep said it could take up to 6 weeks for some people to get their first payment. Brace yourselves, folks.

I've been trying to finish my claim for weeks now. Every time I call, I get a different answer. One rep tells me to wait, another says I need to submit more docs. Anyone else dealing with conflicting info?

FYI, there's a Facebook group called '[State] Unemployment Support' that's been super helpful. Lots of people sharing tips and updates there.