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Have you tried checking their website? Sometimes they have explanations for different forms there. Might save you a phone call.
Have you tried faxing your forms? I know it sounds old school, but sometimes it works better than mail or online submission.
Have you tried checking your claim status online? Sometimes the website shows more detailed info than what you get in the mail.
This is why we need a complete overhaul of the unemployment system. It's not equipped to handle the volume of claims, especially during times of crisis. We should be writing to our representatives about this!
Lim Wong
Here's what I've learned from dealing with EDD for months: 1. Keep calling, even if it seems hopeless. Try different times of day. 2. Check your online account daily for updates or new messages. 3. Make sure all your certifications are up to date. 4. If you get through, ask for a tier 2 specialist if the first person can't help. 5. Document everything - dates you called, who you spoke to, what they said. 6. Consider reaching out to your local assembly member or state senator for help. 7. If you're really desperate, that claimyr service someone mentioned might be worth a shot. Hang in there, OP. The system sucks but don't give up!
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Honorah King
•Thank you so much for this detailed advice! I'll definitely try some of these strategies. 🙏
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Dananyl Lear
•This should be pinned at the top of the sub tbh. Super helpful!
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Noah huntAce420
idk if this helps but I was in the same boat last month. Turns out there was an identity verification issue I didn't know about. Might be worth checking if that's holding things up for you too.
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