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After trying the state rep route and still having issues, I finally got through to a claims adjudicator who explained exactly what was wrong. My separation reason was coded incorrectly (said I quit when I was actually laid off). Once they corrected that, my payments processed within 48 hours. If you do try the Claimyr route I mentioned, make sure to specifically ask for a claims adjudicator when you get through, not just a regular agent.
That's probably exactly what's happening with mine too! I'm pretty sure there's confusion about how I left my last job. I'll try my state rep first since that's free, but if that doesn't work quickly I might try Claimyr since I'm running out of time. Thanks for the tip about asking for an adjudicator specifically!
@LunarEclipse I feel your pain! I went through something similar last year - 10 weeks of pending status and only got 2 payments before finding work. Here's what finally worked for me: I sent a detailed email to both my state representative AND state senator's offices on the same day, including my claimant ID, timeline, and how the delay was affecting me financially. Within 3 days, I got calls from both offices saying they'd contacted DEO on my behalf. My payments started processing within a week after that. The key is to be polite but firm about the urgency - mention your upcoming start date and that you need this resolved ASAP. Also, definitely check that CONNECT inbox someone mentioned - mine had a separation verification form I'd missed for weeks! Don't give up on your backpay even after you start working - they still owe you that money and you have every right to it. Good luck!
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guys. i've been dealing with this for 6 MONTHS. SIX. MONTHS. im bout ready to give up tbh 😭
Don't give up! I know it's tough but you'll get through this. Have you tried contacting your state rep?
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Pro tip: if you can't get through on the phone, try reaching out to them on Twitter. Sometimes their social media team can help or at least escalate your case.
Oh that's smart, I didn't even think of that. I'll give it a shot, thanks!
Here's what worked for me: 1. Go to the ID.ME website 2. Click on 'Forgot Password' 3. Enter your email 4. On the next screen, choose 'I don't have access to this phone number' 5. They'll give you options to verify another way Hope this helps!
This is the way ☝️ Worked for me too when I changed my number.
You're a lifesaver! I'll try this right now and report back.
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lol my brother did this and then complained to me for months when he got hit with a biggg tax bill. dont be like my brother.
Btw just to add one more thing - if you do decide not to withhold, you can make estimated quarterly tax payments to the IRS to avoid a penalty for underpayment. That's what I did when I was on unemployment. It's a bit more work but gives you more flexibility with your money throughout the year.
I think I'm going to just have them withhold. I'm not organized enough to handle quarterly payments and would probably forget. Better to just get less now than stress about it later.
Brooklyn Foley
One more thing I forgot to mention in my first comment - try emailing [email protected] and request all records related to your claim under Florida public records law. Sometimes this can shake things loose since they're legally required to respond to public records requests. Include your claimant ID, full name, and last 4 of SSN.
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Jay Lincoln
•This is excellent advice. Public records requests create a formal legal obligation for them to respond, which sometimes gets more attention than regular inquiries. Just be aware it can take 7-10 business days for them to fulfill the request, but it's often worth the wait to see what's actually in your file.
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Elijah Knight
UPDATE: I finally got through this morning using the 7:30am trick! The agent actually told me my claim has been flagged for "multiple employment verification issues" - apparently 2 of my previous employers never responded to DEO's verification requests, and instead of just TELLING ME THIS, they've left my claim in limbo for 10 months!!! She said she's forwarding my case to a supervisor for expedited review, but I'm not holding my breath. I'm going to try all the other suggestions here too - public records request, inspector general complaint, and probably the news station route if nothing moves in the next week. Thank you all for the advice!
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Jessica Suarez
•thats so typical!!! they never tell us whats actually wrong!! at least now u know. keep pushing them every single day!!!!
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Sarah Jones
•That's such a relief that you finally got some answers! The fact that they kept you in limbo for 10 months without telling you about the employer verification issues is absolutely unacceptable. Since you now know the specific problem, you might also want to try contacting those employers directly to ask if they received any verification requests from DEO. Sometimes the employers never even got the requests due to DEO's system issues. If the employers are willing to cooperate, they might be able to proactively send the verification info to help speed things up. Keep us posted on how the supervisor review goes!
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