EDD SDI: Promised callback never came - What to do after weeks of waiting for back payment?

100 times?! That's insane. I don't have that kind of time or patience. There's gotta be a better way.

I know, right? It's ridiculous. But unfortunately, that seems to be the only way to get through sometimes. Unless you wanna try camping outside their office 😂

I eventually got through after dozens of attempts too. It seems it's a test of endurance more than anything else.

I've tried calling at various times, including right when they open, and it still took dozens of tries. Maybe they're overwhelmed at all hours.

LOL at this point I'm willing to try anything 😅

Instructions unclear, sacrificed my last paycheck instead. Still no call from EDD. 🐐💸

Perhaps there's a secret ritual we haven't discovered yet. 😆

You nailed it. It's like we're all part of a grand performance with no clear end in sight.

Exactly! This whole process just feels surreal and unnecessarily complex.

Sounds too good to be true. Is this legit? Has anyone else tried it?

$20 just to make a phone call? That's highway robbery! 😤

I get the skepticism, but it really did work for me. After weeks of trying on my own, I was desperate. The $20 was worth it to finally get my issue resolved.

How long did you have to wait once you used the service?

I hadn't thought of that. How do I find out who my assembly member is?

Just google '[your city] assembly member' and it should come up. Most have a form on their website for constituent services. Good luck!

I've heard of people having success this way. It adds some pressure to the EDD to act.

Preach! 🙌 Maybe we should start a petition or something?

I'm down for a protest outside their offices. Who's with me? 👊

Petitions can make a difference. At least it draws attention to the issue.

I'll believe it when I see it. They've been saying that for years.

My cousin's friend's dog's previous owner works for EDD and says it's true. Take that with a grain of salt tho 😅

An upgrade would be amazing, but I wouldn't hold my breath waiting for it to happen.

This is really helpful, thank you! I'll definitely try some of these tips.

Great advice! I'd add: be nice to the reps when you do get through. They're overwhelmed too and being kind can go a long way.

This seems comprehensive. Thanks for sharing your insights!

It's good to know there are options out there, but it would be nice if the system worked well enough on its own.

I agree, Claimyr seems like a good option if you're at your wits' end. Hopefully, the state addresses these issues soon so we don't have to rely on third-party services.

Haha, love this idea! Maybe I'll finally learn how to cook something other than ramen 😂

This is the kind of life hack we need! Turning lemons into linguine 🍋🍝

It's all about using your time wisely. Thanks for sharing!

This makes way too much sense. It's like their unofficial slogan.

Yeah, I've used it. It's okay for basic stuff, but anything complicated still requires calling in.

Wait, there's an app? How did I not know about this? 🤦‍♂️

The app is decent for tracking your claim status, but it won't replace the need to call for complex issues.

Sending positive vibes your way! You'll get through this!

Agreed! But who's actually gonna fix it? Feels like empty promises every election cycle.

Let's not get political here. We're all in the same boat, just trying to stay afloat.

Voting and civic engagement are crucial. We can't just complain; action is needed.