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Final update: After following the advice here about requesting a Tier 2 specialist and an adjudication escalation, I received my determination letter today! My claim was approved and they're releasing 8 weeks of back payments. For anyone else stuck in this situation, the combination of calling early (7:01am), asking specifically for a Tier 2 specialist, and requesting an "adjudication escalation" with a confirmation number was what finally worked. Thank you all for your help - this forum literally saved me from eviction.
Excellent news! Make sure you continue submitting your payment requests on your assigned filing days even after receiving this initial payment. Also, double-check that your payment method (direct deposit or debit card) is set up correctly in the system to avoid further delays.
I'm dealing with a similar situation right now - my claim has been stuck for 6 weeks and I'm getting the same runaround from TWC. Reading through all these responses gives me hope that there are actually specific steps I can take. I'm going to try the Tier 2 specialist approach tomorrow morning at 7:01am and request an adjudication escalation. It's frustrating that we have to navigate this system like detectives just to get basic information about our own claims. Has anyone had success with contacting their state representative's office? I'm wondering if that's worth trying if the escalation doesn't work.
So what happened?? Did you go back? Did you quit officially? Did the agency find you a new job?? I'm invested in this story now lol
Update: My recruiter FINALLY called me back this afternoon. She apologized and admitted they've had 3 other people leave that placement in the last month! She's looking for a new assignment for me and said I don't need to go back to that workplace. I'm relieved I don't have to deal with filing for unemployment now, but I'm still shocked a company this dysfunctional is even operating. Fingers crossed the next placement is better!
That's such a relief! I'm so glad your recruiter finally got back to you and that you won't have to deal with that toxic environment anymore. The fact that 3 other people left that same placement in just one month says everything about how bad it really was. You definitely made the right call not going back - no job is worth your mental health and safety. Hope your next assignment is much better!
Connor Byrne
I might try that service if I can't get through tomorrow morning. Between figuring out the application and trying to call TWC, this is turning into a full-time job itself!
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Vanessa Figueroa
I went through this exact process as a 1099 contractor after a hailstorm damaged my equipment last year. Here's what I learned that might help you: 1. Apply for regular UI first (you'll get denied) - this creates the paper trail needed for DUA 2. For Hurricane Beryl, you're still within the 30-day window since the federal declaration on July 19th 3. Focus your DUA application on Beryl since it's the federally declared disaster 4. Keep EVERYTHING documented - photos of damage, lost contracts, invoices showing pre-disaster income The most important thing is having your 2024 tax return ready to prove self-employment income. Also, don't get discouraged by the initial UI denial - that's actually a required step in the process for self-employed folks. One tip that saved me time: when you fill out the work search requirements, applying for both 1099 gigs AND regular W-2 jobs counts. Cast a wide net and document everything. Good luck!
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