CA EDD claim processing taking forever - any tips to speed it up?

Here's what I've learned from my experience with California EDD: • Processing times vary wildly, from a few weeks to several months • The online system is often glitchy, so keep trying if it doesn't work • Document EVERYTHING. Save screenshots, write down who you talked to and when • If you can get through on the phone, be super nice to the rep. They're overwhelmed too • Check your spam folder regularly. Sometimes important emails end up there • If you have a complex case (like mixed income or worked in multiple states), it'll take longer • Don't give up! Keep following up and advocating for yourself Hope this helps, OP. Hang in there!

Ugh, I feel your pain. I'm in the same boat and it's been a nightmare. I've been waiting for over 2 months now and still nothing. The EDD system is so backed up its ridiculous.

idk man im bout ready to give up and just live in the woods or smthn. this whole system is rigged against us 😤

I heard theres a huge backlog bc of all the fraud cases they had to deal with. Apparently scammers were filing fake claims left and right and now the legit ones are getting caught in the crossfire 🙄

I actually found a method to get someone on the phone. I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ

have you checked your ui online account? sometimes they update stuff there without sending an email or anything

Pro tip: if you're really desperate, reach out to your local state representative. They sometimes have connections and can help push your claim through faster.