Can confirm Claimyr works for getting through to TWC. After trying for days by myself, I tried them as a last resort when my payment got stuck pending. They got me through in about 25 minutes. The TWC agent was able to fix my payment issue and it was released the next day.

I've been using Indeed exclusively for my work search requirements for the past 6 months and haven't had any issues. What I do is create a simple spreadsheet with columns for date, company name, position, application method, and any follow-up actions. I also take screenshots of the "application submitted" confirmation pages from Indeed and save them in a folder on my computer. One tip - if you apply through Indeed's "Easy Apply" feature, sometimes the company contact information isn't readily available. In those cases, I do a quick Google search for the company's main phone number and address to add to my records. This extra step has saved me time when I needed to reference applications later. The key is just being thorough with your documentation. TWC auditors care more about whether you can prove you're actively searching for work than which specific platform you use to do it.

This reminds me of what happened back during the pandemic when I first applied. It took EIGHT WEEKS to get my first payment! I almost lost my apartment. The system is so broken. At least now things only take a few extra days to sort out instead of months...

Same thing happened to me about a month ago - requested Sunday, usually get paid Tuesday morning, but didn't see anything until Wednesday evening. I was panicking because I had bills due! Turned out TWC was just running behind that week. Since your status shows "processed" you should be good - that's the key thing to look for. If it still said "pending" or something else I'd be more worried. Glad to see from the updates that yours came through!

UPDATE: I just checked my account this morning (day 11) and my claim was approved! So it looks like if your case is straightforward it can definitely be faster than 3-4 weeks. Thanks everyone for the advice - especially about doing payment requests even while waiting for approval. That was really helpful!

Congrats on getting approved so quickly! That's awesome news. Just wanted to add for anyone else reading this - if you're still waiting on your determination, you can also check if your local workforce center has any emergency assistance programs while you wait. Some areas have rental assistance or food banks specifically for people waiting on unemployment benefits. Also, make sure you're familiar with the work search requirements from day one - you need to complete at least 3 work search activities per week and keep detailed records. The TWC website has a list of what counts as valid work search activities. Good luck with your job search!

Yes, I eventually got approved after about 5 weeks total. They based my benefit amount on my net profit from my Schedule C, not my gross income (which was disappointing). I think I ended up getting about 40% of what I was making before. Not great, but it helped keep the lights on while I found new work.

As someone who just went through this process as a freelance web developer, I can share what worked for me. The key is being extremely organized with your documentation from day one. Here's what I wish I'd known before starting: 1. Gather ALL your business records first - tax returns, 1099s, bank statements showing business income, client contracts, and any termination notices 2. When you apply online, there's a section where you can explain your work situation - use this to clearly state you were self-employed and why your business income stopped 3. Don't just say "lost clients" - be specific about external factors (like "clients reduced marketing budgets due to economic conditions") 4. Screenshot everything in the system and save confirmation numbers The whole process took me about 6 weeks, but I think being super detailed in my initial application helped avoid some of the back-and-forth others experienced. They did base my benefits on my net Schedule C income, so make sure you understand how that might affect your benefit amount. One last tip: start your work search activities right away, even while your claim is processing. You'll need to report them once you start receiving benefits, and having a head start helps.

After your hearing (hopefully you win!), be aware that your employer can appeal the decision if they're determined enough. Mine did, and we had to go through another hearing. Also, your benefits won't start flowing immediately - it usually takes 1-2 payment request cycles after a successful appeal for the payments to start coming through. Just be prepared for that financially if possible. One more tip: your former employer probably has done this before and knows the process. Don't let that intimidate you. The Hearing Officers are used to individual claimants being nervous and will make sure you get a fair hearing.

Hey Diego! I just went through this exact same situation last year - employer claimed I quit when I was actually laid off due to "budget cuts" (which turned out to be BS). A few things that really helped me: 1) Print out ANY emails or texts mentioning the restructuring/layoffs - even informal ones from coworkers can help 2) Check if your company filed a WARN notice (for mass layoffs) - you can search this online and it's solid proof 3) Bring your final paycheck stub - if they processed you as "laid off" vs "quit" it might show on there 4) Write down the exact words your manager used when they let you go - the hearing officer will ask for specifics The hearing officer asked me directly: "If you wanted to keep working there, would you have stayed?" My answer was obviously YES, which helped prove I didn't quit voluntarily. Also - don't panic if your employer brings multiple people. I had HR, my old supervisor, AND some manager I'd never met on the call. Just stick to your facts and let them contradict each other (which they probably will). You got this! The truth usually comes out in these hearings. Keep us posted on how it goes!