EDD SDI: No response 3 weeks after filing - normal wait time or cause for concern?

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3 weeks is actually pretty normal. The EDD is swamped rn. I'd say give it another week or two before you start panicking.

PSA: Don't forget to document EVERYTHING. Every call, every letter, every online interaction. You never know when you'll need that info.

Has anyone tried faxing their documents instead of uploading them online? I heard it might be faster.

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Hang in there, OP! We're all rooting for you. Remember, this too shall pass... eventually... maybe... hopefully? 😅

Have you tried calling them? Sometimes you gotta be proactive and chase them down for answers.

Welcome to EDD hell, my friend. 3 weeks is nothing. I've been waiting for 2 months and still crickets. The system is broken af 🤡

Anyone else feel like they're playing a game of "EDD Bingo" with all these issues? 😂 [ ] Endless hold times [ ] Website crashes [ ] Conflicting information [ ] Lost paperwork [ ] Mysterious denials

Is it just me or does anyone else feel like they need a law degree to understand half the stuff on the EDD website? 🧑‍⚖️

Here's what you need to do: 1. Keep checking your online account daily. Sometimes updates appear there before you get a notice in the mail. 2. If you haven't received any confirmation that they got your application, send a follow-up through the online portal. Be polite but firm. 3. Try calling early in the morning or late in the afternoon. These are usually less busy times. 4. If you still can't get through, consider contacting your local assembly member's office. They often have direct lines to EDD and can help push things along. 5. Make sure you've submitted all required documentation. Missing paperwork is a common reason for delays. 6. Be patient, but persistent. The system is overwhelmed, but you have a right to know the status of your claim. Remember, every case is different. Don't panic if your timeline doesn't match someone else's. Good luck!

Serious question: has anyone actually received their benefits on time without any issues? Or is that just a myth at this point?

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Has anyone else noticed that the EDD website is always "down for maintenance" when you actually need to use it? 🤔

Unpopular opinion: maybe we should be grateful that we have a system at all? I know it's not perfect, but at least it exists.

lmao welcome to the club. grab a seat, we'll be here a while 🙃