Florida's unemployment system faces criticism as claimants like Richard Wise wait months for benefits.

Despite Florida's lower unemployment rate, many claimants face long wait times and delays in receiving unemployment benefits. Richard Wise, laid off in August, waited four months for benefits, highlighting systemic issues. The state aims to improve its system by moving to a cloud-based server by 2025. Experts advise applying early and accurately, and contacting representatives for assistance.

January 01, 2025
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