My first unemployment payment still has not arrived - first time posting

I was laid off as an administrative assistant and filed right away, and I have been certifying every week. I called the state line four times and only reached a recording. What would you check first?

Keep certifying every week even while you wait. If they find you eligible, the weeks you certified are the ones that count.

Mine took about 19 weeks because of an identity check I did not notice. Look for a message or a letter you may have missed in your online account.