ESD reported wrong hours (456 vs 2080) on unemployment claim. How to get it fixed?

Ugh, dealing with unemployment is THE WORST. I had a similar issue last year where they underreported my hours. It took forever to get it fixed. Have you tried emailing them? Sometimes that works better than calling.

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/7DieNd3C7zQ

Here's what you need to do: 1. Keep ALL your documentation organized. Make copies of everything. 2. Write a clear, concise letter explaining the discrepancy. Include dates, claim numbers, and references to your uploaded documents. 3. If you can't get through by phone, send your letter via certified mail. This creates a paper trail. 4. File an appeal if necessary. Don't wait on this - there are usually strict deadlines. 5. Contact your state representative's office. They often have liaisons who can help with unemployment issues. 6. Document every interaction - dates, times, names of who you spoke with. 7. Be persistent but polite. The folks working there are probably overwhelmed. Hang in there! The system is a mess right now, but keep pushing. You'll get it sorted eventually.

have u tried going to the office in person? sometimes face-to-face is the only way to get stuff done with these bureaucrats

I'm in the same boat, buddy. Been trying to get my hours corrected for months. It's like they're playing games with our livelihoods. Hang in there!

Pro tip: if you can't get through on the main line, try calling right when they open or just before they close. Sometimes you can catch someone then.

Have you considered reaching out to a local news station? Sometimes the threat of bad publicity can light a fire under these agencies. Just a thought!

ugh this makes me so mad. we work hard, pay our taxes, and then when we need help the system fails us. its like they want us to give up. don't let them win!

Random question, but has anyone had luck with the online chat feature on the unemployment website? I've been thinking of trying that instead of calling.

Guys I think I cracked the code. I called the Spanish line and then asked for an English speaker. Got through in 10 minutes! 🤫