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I'm so glad I found this thread! I've been stuck in "pending adjudication" for 5 weeks now and was starting to lose hope. Reading about Emma's and Romeo's success stories is exactly what I needed to hear. It's frustrating that Florida's system is so broken that we have to find workarounds just to access benefits we've earned, but I'm grateful this community exists to help each other navigate it. I'm going to try the Claimyr service based on the positive experiences shared here, and also reach out to my state representative as a backup plan. The tip about saying "payment issue" instead of "claim status" when calling directly is something I hadn't heard before - will definitely try that too if I attempt calling on my own again. Thank you everyone for sharing your experiences and actually providing actionable solutions instead of just complaining. This gives me hope that there's light at the end of the tunnel!
Welcome to the struggle, Sayid! I've been lurking in this community for a while dealing with my own DEO nightmare, and this thread has been a goldmine of actually useful information. It's refreshing to see people sharing real solutions instead of just venting (though the venting is totally justified too!). I'm in week 7 of "pending determination" myself and was getting ready to try some of these suggestions. Seeing multiple people have success with the Claimyr service is really encouraging - seems like it's legit despite the initial skepticism about paying for something that should be free. One thing I've learned from reading all these experiences is to try multiple approaches at once rather than waiting for one thing to work before trying the next. Time is money when you're dealing with bills piling up! Definitely going to follow Emma's approach of doing several things simultaneously. Keep us posted on your progress - the more success stories we can share, the more hope we can give to others stuck in this broken system!
This whole thread is a perfect example of how broken Florida's unemployment system is, but also how this community can actually help each other succeed! I've been dealing with DEO issues for about 3 weeks now - not as long as some of you, but long enough to feel that familiar frustration of endless busy signals and disconnected calls. What really stands out to me is how consistent the advice is across multiple success stories: try multiple approaches simultaneously, be persistent, and don't rely on just calling the main number. The Claimyr service seems to have worked for several people here, which gives me confidence it's worth trying despite having to pay for what should be free. I'm also impressed by how specific and helpful the advice is - things like calling on Tuesday/Wednesday around 10:30am, saying "payment issue" instead of "claim status," and having all your documentation ready. These are the kinds of insider tips you can't find on the official DEO website. Going to start with the Claimyr service and also email my state rep this week. Will report back with results to hopefully add another success story to this thread. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences and creating a resource that's actually more helpful than anything DEO provides!
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I'm in a very similar situation and this thread has been incredibly helpful! Lost my job in retail back in January but just filed two weeks ago because I kept thinking something would come through quickly. The whole 12-week limit vs backdating thing was completely confusing me until reading everyone's explanations here. What really gives me hope is learning about Florida Statute 443.091 and how "circumstances beyond individual's control" can be interpreted more broadly than just medical emergencies or website crashes. I was actively job searching throughout February and March - applying to places almost daily, going to interviews, following up on leads that kept falling through. I have emails, application confirmations, and even some text messages from managers who kept saying "we'll have an opening soon" that strung me along for weeks. The advice about calling DEO at exactly 7:30 AM is something I'm definitely trying tomorrow. I've been calling randomly throughout the day with no luck. And knowing that the backdating request and regular weekly benefits run on separate timelines is a huge relief - I was worried about messing up my current claim. For anyone else in this situation, it sounds like the key is being really detailed about WHY you reasonably believed you'd find work quickly during those weeks you didn't file. Document everything that shows you were actively trying to avoid needing unemployment rather than just ignoring your situation. Even if the first request gets denied, the appeals process seems to be where many people actually succeed. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences - it makes navigating this confusing system so much less overwhelming!
You're absolutely right about documenting everything that shows you were actively trying to avoid needing unemployment! I went through this same process earlier this year and that's exactly what made the difference in my case. Those text messages from managers saying "we'll have an opening soon" are actually really valuable evidence. I had similar situations where employers kept pushing back start dates or saying they'd call "next week" for weeks on end. When I included screenshots of those conversations in my backdating request, it really helped demonstrate that I had legitimate reasons to believe I'd be working again soon. The 7:30 AM calling strategy definitely works - that's how I finally got through to someone who could actually explain the process instead of just reading from a script. Be persistent with it even if it takes a few tries. One thing that helped me was organizing all my documentation chronologically when I submitted my request. I made a timeline showing job applications, interviews, follow-ups, and employer communications for each week I didn't file. It painted a clear picture of continuous job search activity rather than just sitting around waiting. Even if your first request gets denied (which seems to happen to most people), don't give up! The appeals process is where you can really make your case with all this documentation. Good luck with your backdating request - sounds like you have a solid foundation to work with!
I'm going through this exact same situation right now and this thread has been a lifesaver! Lost my job in food service back in January but didn't file until last week because I genuinely believed I'd land something quickly (famous last words, right?). The biggest relief from reading all these responses is finally understanding that the 12-week benefit limit and backdating are completely separate issues. I was panicking thinking I'd already "used up" weeks just by waiting to file, but now I understand it's about when your 12-week benefit period STARTS counting from, not about losing weeks entirely. I'm definitely going to submit that "Request to Modify Claim Date" form today and try the 7:30 AM calling strategy to reach a claims specialist. Based on what @Mateo Sanchez shared about Florida Statute 443.091, I'm feeling more hopeful that my active job search during those months might qualify as "circumstances beyond my control" - I have application confirmations, interview emails, and even text messages from employers who kept saying "we'll call you soon" for weeks. It's frustrating that DEO's website doesn't explain any of this clearly, but I'm so grateful for everyone sharing their real experiences here. Even if the backdating doesn't work out, at least I know I'll still get my full 12 weeks from when I filed. Thanks for making this confusing process feel so much less overwhelming!
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I'm currently in week 2 of this exact same nightmare - "approved" status, Way2Go card received, but absolutely zero payments! Reading through everyone's experiences here has been both incredibly helpful and completely infuriating. It's clear this isn't just bad luck for individuals but a massive systemic failure with DEO's employer verification process. The fact that so many of us have identical situations with hidden adjudication issues that don't show up anywhere in CONNECT is absolutely unacceptable. How are we supposed to resolve problems we can't even see? It's like being penalized for a rule violation that was never explained to us. Based on all the success stories here, I'm definitely going to try Claimyr this week. It's ridiculous that we have to pay a third-party service just to communicate with our own state agency, but if it works like it did for Savannah, Noah, and others, it'll be worth every penny. My former employer has been pretty unresponsive to other requests lately, so the employer non-response issue makes perfect sense for my situation too. I've started documenting everything religiously after reading this thread - daily CONNECT screenshots, call attempt logs, email records. We shouldn't have to become our own case managers, but this broken system is forcing us to protect ourselves. Thank you to everyone sharing their stories and updates. This community is providing more actionable help than months of trying to navigate DEO's useless official channels. I'll definitely post an update once I get through to an agent!
Liam, I'm so sorry you're dealing with this too, but you're definitely in the right place for getting real help! Week 2 means you're catching this early compared to some of us who waited much longer before finding these resources. The pattern you've identified is exactly right - this is clearly a massive systemic issue with DEO's employer verification process affecting thousands of people. Your plan to try Claimyr is smart based on all the success stories in this thread. When you call, make sure to ask the agent specifically to check for "employer separation verification requests" that might not be visible in your CONNECT account - that seems to be the magic phrase that uncovers these hidden issues. Also mention that your former employer has been unresponsive to other requests, as that context might help them expedite the process. The documentation approach is absolutely essential - I wish I had started that from day one! It's ridiculous that we have to become our own advocates and case managers, but this broken system leaves us no choice. At least by starting early, you'll have a solid paper trail if you need to escalate to legislative assistance later. Keep us posted on how your Claimyr call goes - your experience will definitely help others who are just discovering this community. We're all in this together and sharing information here is literally helping people survive financially while DEO fails to do their basic job!
I'm in week 5 of this same nightmare - "approved" status with Way2Go card but zero payments! Reading through everyone's experiences here has given me so much hope, especially Savannah's success story with Claimyr. It's absolutely insane that we all have to deal with these hidden employer verification issues that don't show up anywhere in CONNECT. I tried calling DEO directly for weeks with no luck, but after reading this thread I'm definitely going to try Claimyr tomorrow. My former employer laid off half the company and has been completely overwhelmed/unresponsive to everything, so I'm betting that's exactly what's happening - they probably ignored DEO's verification request and I'm just stuck in limbo with no way to know. What really gets me is how broken this system is. We're "approved" which means we qualified, we get the debit cards, but then we're stuck in some invisible processing hell that we can't even see. Thank you to everyone sharing their stories and especially the specific tips about what to ask the agents. This community is literally saving people financially while DEO completely fails at basic communication. I'll definitely update once I get through to someone - fingers crossed I find the same hidden issues you all discovered!
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I went through this exact situation about 3 months ago and completely understand your concern! The email is absolutely legitimate - these are called RESEA appointments and they're a normal part of Florida's unemployment system. I was also skeptical at first because of all the scams targeting unemployment recipients, but I called my local CareerSource office to verify and they confirmed it was real. The appointment itself was actually really helpful and not intimidating at all. My counselor reviewed my work search log, helped me improve my resume, and gave me some great job leads I hadn't found on my own. The whole thing took about an hour and felt more like free career coaching than an interrogation. Make sure to bring: - Your work search records (printed and organized) - A current resume - Photo ID - Complete your EmployFlorida.com profile beforehand Don't ignore it or you'll definitely lose your benefits, but also don't stress too much about it. The staff genuinely want to help you find work. If you're still unsure about the legitimacy, call your CareerSource office directly to verify - they're very helpful over the phone. Good luck!
Thank you so much for this detailed response! This is exactly what I needed to hear. I was definitely in that same boat of being skeptical about the legitimacy - there are just so many scams targeting people on unemployment these days that it's hard to know what's real anymore. Your suggestion to call CareerSource directly to verify is perfect, I think I'll do that first thing tomorrow morning to put my mind completely at ease and maybe ask them what specific location I need to go to. It's really reassuring to know that multiple people have had positive experiences with these appointments and that the staff are actually there to help rather than trying to find reasons to disqualify people. I've been keeping detailed records of my work searches in a spreadsheet, so I'll make sure to print that out in an organized format. Thanks for the comprehensive checklist of what to bring - that's super helpful! I feel much better about this whole situation now.
I went through this exact same situation about 4 months ago and had the exact same reaction - I was convinced it was a scam! But it's completely legitimate. The RESEA appointments are a normal part of Florida's unemployment system, and honestly, mine was actually helpful rather than stressful. A few tips based on my experience: - Call your local CareerSource office directly to verify if you're still worried (I did this and they were super helpful) - Make sure your EmployFlorida.com profile is fully completed before you go - Bring printed copies of your work search log, your resume, and photo ID - The appointment usually takes 45-60 minutes and feels more like career counseling than an audit The counselor I met with helped me improve my resume, showed me some job search resources I didn't know about, and even gave me a few leads in my field. They're genuinely there to help you find work, not to trip you up or find reasons to disqualify you. Just don't ignore it - that will definitely get your benefits cut off. But also don't stress too much about it. Show up prepared and on time and you'll be fine. The staff are professional and understanding. Good luck with your appointment!
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I've been watching this thread develop and it's honestly the most helpful resource I've found anywhere for dealing with DEO adjudication issues! As someone who just hit week 6 of waiting, I wanted to add a couple things that worked for me this week: **Email strategy that got results:** I sent emails to BOTH [email protected] AND my local state senator's office on the same day. Put "URGENT: 6-Week Adjudication Delay - Constituent Needs Help" in the subject line for the senator's office. Within 24 hours, someone from the senator's office called DEO directly and I got a call back from an adjudication supervisor the next day. **Phone timing update:** I tried the Tuesday 7:30am strategy everyone's been mentioning, but also discovered that Thursday around 4:30pm has been working lately - I think it's shift change time and there's less call volume right before they close. **CONNECT tip:** If you're having trouble with the site, try using an incognito/private browser window. I was having constant login issues until I tried this, and now everything loads properly. The combination of legislative pressure + persistent calling seems to be the magic formula. Don't give up - I finally got movement on my case after trying multiple strategies from this thread. This community knowledge is gold! @Fatima Al-Qasimi - really hope you've gotten some resolution by now with all these amazing tips everyone shared!
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•Ethan, this is such valuable information! I'm definitely going to try contacting my state senator's office - I never thought about the political angle but it makes perfect sense that they'd have more pull with state agencies than we do as individuals. That subject line you used is perfect too - "URGENT: 6-Week Adjudication Delay - Constituent Needs Help" sounds official and gets right to the point. The Thursday 4:30pm timing is really interesting since everyone's been focused on early morning strategies. Having multiple time windows that work gives us better odds of getting through. And the incognito browser tip for CONNECT is brilliant - I've been struggling with that site constantly logging me out and losing my progress. This whole thread has been incredible! I started just looking for phone numbers after losing my contacts, but now I have a complete battle plan with backup strategies. It's amazing how much collective knowledge everyone has shared. Really gives me hope that persistence plus the right approach will eventually work. Thank you everyone for turning what started as a simple request into such a comprehensive guide for dealing with DEO's broken system. You're all lifesavers! 🙏
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Wow, this thread has become an incredible resource! I'm dealing with my own adjudication nightmare right now (week 3 for a job separation issue) and I'm so grateful everyone has shared such detailed strategies. I wanted to add one more resource that helped my neighbor last month: **Florida Unemployment Facebook groups** - search for "Florida Unemployment Support" or "FL DEO Help." There are several active groups where people share real-time updates about what's working, which numbers are answering, and even specific agent names who are helpful. Also, I've heard that if you can get to a **local DEO office in person** (even though they prefer phone/online), sometimes showing up with all your documents can expedite things. The offices are usually pretty empty and the staff there can make direct calls to adjudication departments. One more timing tip: I've had luck calling the main line during **severe weather days** when call volumes are lower because people aren't thinking about unemployment calls during storms or emergencies. This community has given me so much hope after feeling completely helpless for weeks. The combination of strategies everyone has shared creates multiple paths to success instead of just hoping one approach works. @Fatima Al-Qasimi - I really hope you've gotten some movement on your case with all these amazing tips! Please update us when you can.
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•William, those Facebook groups are such a smart idea! I never thought to look for real-time updates from other people going through the same thing. Having current information about which numbers are actually answering could save so much time and frustration. The in-person office visit tip is really intriguing too - I hadn't considered that approach since everything seems to be phone/online focused now. But you're absolutely right that showing up with documents in hand might cut through some of the bureaucratic delays. Do you know if there's a way to find local DEO office locations and hours? Your severe weather timing strategy is genius! That's such an outside-the-box approach - calling when everyone else is distracted by storms or emergencies. I'm definitely going to keep an eye on weather forecasts and try calling during the next big storm event. This whole thread has been life-changing honestly. What started as a simple request for phone numbers has turned into the most comprehensive guide I've ever seen for navigating DEO's impossible system. The fact that everyone keeps adding new strategies and resources shows how broken the official process is, but also how creative and supportive this community can be. Really appreciate you adding these additional options to our collective toolkit! 🙏
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