EDD Payment Delays: Haven't Received Any Money Yet. What to Do?

Ugh, I feel you. I was in the same boat a few weeks ago. Have you checked your claim status online? Sometimes there's a hold-up that you can see there.

I found a way to actually 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 tried contacting your local representative? Sometimes they can help push things through faster.

Make sure all your certifications are up to date. I missed one week and it held up my whole claim for a month 😫

Here's what I've learned after dealing with EDD for months: 1. Keep calling, even if it's frustrating. Early morning or late afternoon seem to be better times. 2. Document everything. Write down who you talked to and what they said. 3. Check your spam folder regularly. Sometimes important emails end up there. 4. Make sure your address is up to date in the system. 5. If you can't get through, try contacting them through social media. Sometimes they respond there. 6. As a last resort, contact your state representative or senator. They can often help. Hang in there, OP. The system is a mess, but persistence usually pays off eventually.

anyone else feel like were living in a kafka novel trying to deal with this unemployment system? 🤡

Pro tip: if you're having trouble getting through on the phone, try calling right when they open. I got through after only 20 minutes on hold that way.

idk if this helps but I was in the same sitch last month. turns out there was a problem with my ID verification. might be worth checking that out