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Was a bit nervous or untrusting at first, but my calls went thru. First time the wait was a bit long but their customer chat line on their page was helpful and put me at ease that I would receive my call. Today my call dropped because of EDD and Claimyr heard my concern on the same chat and another call was made within the hour.
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Used this service a couple times now. Before I'd call 200 times in less than a weak frustrated as can be. But using claimyr with a couple hours of waiting i was on the line with an representative or on hold. Dropped a couple times but each reconnected not long after and was mission accomplished, thanks to Claimyr.
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I tried for weeks to get thru to EDD PFL program with no luck. I gave this a try thinking it may be a scam. OMG! It worked and They got thru within an hour and my claim is going to finally get paid!! I upgraded to the $60 call. Best $60 spent!
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Update??? Did your payments start? I'm in a similar situation and waiting to see what happens with yours before I reopen mine...
Just got my first payment yesterday! Took 9 days from reopening to payment, which isn't too bad. Using that Claimyr service to actually speak with someone definitely helped - they confirmed my claim was just in standard review and moved it along. So far everything seems to be working like a normal claim.
Great to hear your payment came through! For anyone else reading this thread who might be in a similar situation - I reopened my claim about 6 months ago after a seasonal layoff and had a smooth experience. The key things that helped me were: 1) I uploaded my layoff notice immediately when I reopened, 2) I kept detailed records of my work search activities (even saved screenshots of job applications), and 3) I made sure to certify every week even while it was pending. The whole process took about 10 days from reopening to first payment. Don't let the horror stories scare you - most reopened claims go through just fine if you have legitimate separation reasons and follow the requirements.
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UPDATE: I managed to get through to someone at UC using that Claimyr service. The agent was able to see that I did answer NO to the work search question even though I did my activities. They put a note on my account and said my payment should process normally now. Such a relief! Thanks everyone for the help.
nice. how long did it take to get thru?
Only about 25 minutes total, which is a miracle compared to my previous attempts calling directly. Worth every penny not to spend all day hitting redial.
This is such a common issue and honestly the PA UC system really needs to be more user-friendly. I've been there with kids screaming in the background trying to file claims! One tip I learned is to actually print out or write down the questions ahead of time so you know what's coming. The three main ones at the end are: 1) able/available for work, 2) refused any work, and 3) completed work search activities. I keep a little cheat sheet by my computer now so I don't have to think when I'm stressed or distracted. Glad you got it resolved with Claimyr - that service has been a lifesaver for so many people here!
That's such a great idea about the cheat sheet! I'm definitely going to do that going forward. It's crazy how stressful these certifications can be when you're already dealing with job loss and then add kids into the mix. I'm so grateful this community exists - you all saved me from weeks of worry and probably delayed payments. The system really should have a way to edit answers or at least confirm before final submission, especially for questions that can trigger holds.
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FINAL UPDATE: My claim was approved today! The senator's office definitely made the difference. All my back weeks were approved and payment is pending to my ReliaCard. For anyone else dealing with federal employment verification delays, don't wait 8 weeks like I did - contact your state representatives much earlier! Thanks to everyone who offered advice.
Great news! So glad it worked out for you. Did they give any explanation about why it took so long or what the specific hold-up was with the federal verification?
They said something about a backlog in the Federal Claims Control Center and that my agency (Department of Interior) is particularly slow with verifications. The UC examiner mentioned they're trying to improve the process, but federal agencies are still exempt from the normal response timelines that regular employers have to follow. At least it's resolved now!
Congratulations Emily! Your persistence really paid off. This is such a helpful thread for anyone dealing with federal employment UC issues. I'm saving your timeline and tips about contacting state senators early - that could save others weeks of waiting. It's ridiculous that the system works this way, but at least now we know the workarounds. Thanks for following up with the resolution!
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One more important thing - if your financial situation is dire while waiting, you may qualify for emergency assistance through your county assistance office. This won't impact your unemployment claim and can help with basic needs while your case is pending. You can apply online through COMPASS.
Thank you - I didn't know about this option. Things are definitely getting tight financially so I'll look into this too. Appreciate all the help everyone has offered here.
I'm going through the exact same nightmare right now! Filed my claim in November 2024, had my hearing in March, and it's now been 6 weeks with absolutely nothing. The worst part is my dashboard still shows "pending hearing decision" but when I try to call, I either get hung up on or told they can't give me any timeline updates. I've been trying the 8am calling strategy but haven't gotten through yet. Reading all these responses gives me some hope that I'm not alone in this mess. I'm definitely going to try contacting my state rep tomorrow and maybe look into that Claimyr service too. This whole system is beyond broken when people are waiting 7+ months for basic unemployment benefits!
Zara Shah
UPDATE: You guys were right! I just checked my Money Network card and the money is there!!! It took exactly 3 business days after I saw the payment amount in my portal. I'm so relieved. Thanks everyone for your help and advice!
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Luca Bianchi
•awesome!! glad it worked out for u!!
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Nia Harris
•Great news! Make sure you continue filing your weekly claims on time to keep the payments coming. Sunday or Monday is usually best to avoid processing delays.
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Juan Moreno
Congrats on getting your payment! This is such great news to see. I'm currently in a similar situation - my claim review just finished yesterday and I can see a payment amount showing up, but no money on my card yet. Reading through everyone's experiences here is really helpful. It sounds like 2-3 business days is pretty standard, so I'll try to be patient. Thanks for sharing your update and letting us know the timeline worked out!
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