Wow, just found what my state (CO) is doing to help manage the influx. Talk about a low-tech workaround.
>IMPORTANT NOTICE: Because of the high volume of claims, we are asking that you help us help you and our greater community.
>If you need to file an unemployment claim and your last name begins with the letter A - M, file a claim on Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday, or after 12 noon on Saturday.
>If you need to file an unemployment claim and your last name begins with the letter N - Z, file a claim on Monday, Wednesday, Friday or before 12 noon on Saturday.