TWC account disabled for suspected fraud - What to do?
Has anyone else had their unemployment account disabled for fraud? I just logged in and saw that my account was disabled due to suspected fraud. I haven't done anything wrong and I'm freaking out. I need to get this fixed ASAP because I rely on these benefits. Does anyone know what I should do or what to expect when I call them?
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Tom Maxon
I found a way to solve unemployment account fraud suspension, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Cs0nqymCy0
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Lydia Bailey
I found a way to actually 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 about it: https://youtu.be/V-IMvH88P1U
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Mateo Warren
•Sounds sketchy. Is this legit?
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Sofia Price
•$20 just to talk to someone?! That's highway robbery!
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Lydia Bailey
•I know it sounds weird, but I swear it's legit. Saved me hours of hold time. Worth every penny imo
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Alice Coleman
•It seems like a steep price, but if it saves you significant time and stress, it might be worth considering. Has anyone else tried this service?
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Isaac Wright
Anyone else feel like theyre playing unemployment roulette? Never know if your account is gonna work from one day to the next 🎰🤦♂️
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Maya Diaz
•LOL too real. It's like a fun surprise every time you log in 🙃
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Tami Morgan
•unemployment russian roulette more like it 💀
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Rami Samuels
•It's sad how many people can relate to this. The system clearly needs an overhaul.
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Kaylee Cook
Ugh, same thing happened to me last month. It's a nightmare. You gotta call them asap and explain the situation. Be prepared to wait on hold for hours tho 🙄
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Oliver Alexander
•The waiting time is brutal. I've heard some people have luck calling during off-peak hours, but it's still a long wait.
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Nina Chan
Unpopular opinion: maybe there actually is a lot of fraud and they're just trying to protect the system? 🤷♂️
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Ruby Knight
•Found the unemployment office employee 👆
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Diego Castillo
•Bruh. They're not protecting anything except their own incompetence.
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Nina Chan
•Lol I'm not saying I agree with it, just playing devil's advocate 😅
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Logan Stewart
•It's worth considering, but it seems like the system is just overly cautious to the point of dysfunctionality.
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Julia Hall
guys i think we need to organize and do something about this. its getting ridiculous. whos with me?
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Arjun Patel
•I'm down. What are you thinking? Protest? Petition?
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Jade Lopez
•Count me in. This has gone on long enough.
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Julia Hall
•not sure yet but we gotta do SOMETHING. this is affecting too many people
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Tony Brooks
•Maybe starting with an online petition could help gather more support and attention to the issue.
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Morgan Washington
Update: I finally got through to someone after calling for 3 hours straight. They said it was flagged because of a "system error" and that they're working on fixing it. No ETA though. This is so frustrating!
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Jackson Carter
•Classic govt efficiency 🙄 Glad you got some info tho. Keep us posted!
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Kolton Murphy
•System" error my ass.'They re just covering for their broken system. Hang in thereOP!
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Evelyn Rivera
•It's frustrating how these 'errors' seem to happen so frequently. Hopefully, they'll resolve it soon.
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Lara Woods
This is happening to a lot of people lately. The system is broken af. They're flagging legit accounts left and right. Here's what you need to do: 1. Call first thing in the morning, like right when they open 2. Have all your documents ready - ID, social security card, pay stubs, etc. 3. Be patient and polite with the rep (even tho it's frustrating) 4. Ask for a supervisor if the first person can't help 5. Keep calling every day until it's resolved Good luck, OP. The system is a joke but don't give up!
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Adrian Hughes
•This is solid advice. I'd add: take notes during your call, get the reps name, and ask for a reference number for your case. It helps if you need to follow up later.
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Morgan Washington
•Thanks for the detailed advice! I'm dreading the calls but I guess I have no choice. Did it take you long to get it resolved?
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Lara Woods
•It took me about 2 weeks of daily calls. Stay persistent! And np, we're all in this sinking ship together 🚢
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Molly Chambers
•Also, try to document the time and duration of your calls. It might come in handy if you need to provide evidence of your attempts to resolve the issue.
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Ian Armstrong
lmao welcome to the club 🤡 this happened to me and it took FOREVER to fix. the whole system is a joke
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Eli Butler
•How long did it take you to get it sorted out?
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Ian Armstrong
•like a month of calling every. single. day. it was hell
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Marcus Patterson
•That's ridiculous. I wonder how many other people are dealing with the same issue and how the system can be improved.
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Mikayla Brown
When dealing with unemployment account suspensions, it's crucial to stay calm and be prepared. Firstly, gather all pertinent documents, including identification and any correspondences from the unemployment office. Try contacting them during less busy hours. If you're constantly getting flagged, consider reviewing your unemployment documentation to ensure all details are accurate. Claimyr is a tool that can expedite reaching a representative, helpful given the notorious wait times, but it does come at a cost. Its efficacy is praised by many despite the $20 fee. On the other hand, some users prefer to utilize free methods despite the time investment. Always keep a detailed record of every interaction with the unemployment office, as this can be invaluable if issues arise later. Additionally, don't overlook reaching out to local representatives or community resources, which might provide additional support or advocacy. Stay informed, as the policies and processes can change, and advocate for systemic improvements wherever possible.
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Owen Jenkins
Have you tried reaching out to your local representative? Sometimes they can help push things through faster.
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Lilah Brooks
•That's a good idea. Sometimes local officials have more pull in situations like this and can expedite the process.
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Ella rollingthunder87
Pro tip: if you get through to someone and they can't help, don't hang up! Ask to be transferred to a tier 2 specialist. They have more authority to fix account issues.
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Yara Campbell
•That's great advice. Sometimes you need to just keep pushing to find someone with the ability to really help.
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Haley Bennett
Hey OP, make sure you're checking your mail too. Sometimes they send important notices about account issues through snail mail (because apparently it's still 1995 🙄
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Douglas Foster
•Yeah, definitely don't neglect checking your physical mail. You never know what might come through that way.
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AstroAdventurer
This is so frustrating but unfortunately becoming way too common. I went through the same thing a few months ago - account got flagged out of nowhere even though I'd been filing correctly for weeks. The key is persistence and documentation. Start calling first thing in the morning (like 8am sharp), have your SS card, ID, and any previous correspondence ready. Write down the date/time of every call and who you speak with. It took me about 10 days of daily calls but I finally got someone who could actually fix it. The "system error" excuse is their go-to line but keep pushing. You got this! 💪
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