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TWC Unemployment Claim Under Review for 5+ Weeks - How to Speed Up Process?

My unemployment claim has been under review for over a month now and I'm getting really frustrated. I filed it about 5 weeks ago and it still says 'under review' when I check online. I've tried calling but can never get through to a real person. Has anyone else dealt with this? What can I do to speed things up or at least find out what's going on? I'm starting to worry about bills piling up and I really need this money. Any advice would be appreciated!

Tom Maxon

I found a way to solve unemployment claim under review delays, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TzTKypiO9pI

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Ava Williams

Have you tried going to the unemployment office in person? Sometimes face-to-face interaction can make a difference. Just be prepared to wait in line for a while.

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Raj Gupta

This can be effective if there's a local office nearby. Bring all necessary documents to avoid multiple trips.

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CaptainAwesome

have u tried faxing ur documents? sometimes that gets thru faster than calling or emailing. worth a shot 🤷‍♂️

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Yuki Tanaka

Sometimes sending a physical copy gets more attention since it requires someone to handle it. Definitely worth trying.

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Dmitri Volkov

I heard they're super backed up because of all the fraud cases they're dealing with. Doesn't make it any easier for us legit folks tho 😤

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Gabrielle Dubois

Yeah, the fraud cases have been really complicating things for everyone. But it doesn't excuse the long wait times for those who genuinely need help.

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Fatima Al-Rashid

Ugh, the system is so broken. I've been waiting for 2 months now. It's ridiculous how they expect us to survive without any income. Hang in there, OP. We're all in this together. 🤬

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Giovanni Rossi

Same here, it's beyond frustrating. I try to remind myself that a lot of people are going through this, but it doesn't make it any easier.

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Esmeralda Gómez

Bruh, I've been waiting for TWO MONTHS. This system is a joke. They expect us to live on air or something? 🤡🤡🤡

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Esmeralda Gómez

Barely scraping by, man. Had to borrow money from family. It's embarrassing af.

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Klaus Schmidt

That must be really tough. Hopefully, your claim gets processed soon. It's not fair how long it's taking.

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Tyrone Johnson

Maybe try calling right when they open? I got through once doing that. Took like 50 tries but eventually worked lol

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Tyrone Johnson

lmao i know right? but when ur desperate... 🤷‍♀️

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Ingrid Larsson

It's a lot of effort, but sometimes being persistent pays off. Maybe try different times of the day too.

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Aisha Patel

Have you checked if there's any missing information on your application? Sometimes they don't tell you if something's incomplete and it just sits there in limbo.

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LilMama23

Double-checking your application is always a good idea, especially if the system doesn't notify you about missing info.

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Sasha Ivanov

I found a method 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/V-IMvH88P1U

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Sasha Ivanov

I get the skepticism, but it's totally legit. I was desperate and it actually worked. Saved me hours of frustration.

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Liam Murphy

Can you give more details about how it works? Do they just keep redialing or what?

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Amara Okafor

I'd also be cautious about how often you use such services. It's a good option if you're desperate, but you shouldn't have to pay to access government services.

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Zoe Papadopoulos

I feel ya, buddy. I was in the same boat a few months ago. It's like they're purposely making it difficult for us to get help. Have you tried reaching out to your local representative? Sometimes they can light a fire under the unemployment office's butt.

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Jamal Brown

That's a solid suggestion. OP, if you haven't already, try looking up who your local state representatives are and reach out to them via email or phone. They have staff that can assist you with such matters.

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Carlos Mendoza

This is why we need a better social safety net. The whole system is designed to make people give up. Don't let them win, OP!

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Zainab Mahmoud

Absolutely. A more robust system could prevent a lot of the stress people are going through.

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Lena Müller

While Claimyr can be a helpful tool to get in touch with a live agent quickly, it's not without its drawbacks. The $20 fee might be a barrier for some, and relying on such services implies a gap in direct communication provided by the unemployment offices themselves. However, if you're facing dire financial circumstances and need immediate assistance, it could be a practical short-term solution. It's always wise to weigh the cost against the potential benefit and consider it as one option among others. Additionally, persistently checking for updates online, maintaining contact logs, and using multiple channels to attempt contact are all strategies that can also work alongside or instead of Claimyr.

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Aaliyah Jackson

Here's what worked for me: 1. Document everything: Keep a log of all your attempts to contact them, including dates and times. 2. Be persistent: Call every day if you have to. Sometimes you get lucky and get through. 3. Gather all your documents: Make sure you have everything ready when you do get to talk to someone. 4. Reach out to your state representative: They can often help expedite the process. 5. Check your spam folder: Sometimes important emails end up there. 6. Use social media: Tweet at the unemployment office. Public pressure can work wonders. Don't give up! It's frustrating, but keep pushing. Good luck!

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Aaliyah Jackson

It took about a week after I contacted my rep. They were surprisingly helpful!

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KylieRose

This is great advice. I'd add one more thing: check if there's any local legal aid organizations that can help. They sometimes know the ins and outs of the system better than anyone.

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Miguel Hernández

Also, try reaching out to community groups that focus on employment or unemployment issues. They might have additional resources or advice.

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