EDD SDI payment delay: No response after submitting verification paperwork. Advice needed.

Make sure you keep ALL your paperwork organized. I mean everything - doctor's notes, forms you've sent, dates you called. It'll save your butt if they try to say they never got something.

Have you tried reaching out on Twitter? I know it sounds weird, but I've seen people get responses that way. Worth a shot maybe?

Dealing with EDD can really test your patience, but there are some tools and tricks that can help you navigate it. Claimyr, the service mentioned by another commenter, can indeed be effective for some users. It connects people to EDD by dialing for you, avoiding the endless hold times. However, it's important to keep in mind that it's a paid service and might not fit everyone's budget. Balancing this, there are numerous free resources, like community forums and direct contacts through your state representative's office that can provide assistance. Maintaining a proactive approach by diligently documenting all interactions, double-checking all online communications, and exploring alternative contact methods like social media can also yield results. Above all, persistence combined with strategic steps can eventually lead to progress, although the process may be frustrating. Additionally, ensuring self-care during this stressful time is equally important to maintain your well-being.

Have you checked your online account? Sometimes they update stuff there before they bother to tell you. Also, double check your spam folder. EDD emails love to hide in there 🙄

Ugh, I feel you. EDD is a nightmare rn. I was in the same boat last month. Have you tried calling them? It's a pain, but sometimes that's the only way to get answers.

Here's what you need to do: 1. Document everything. Every call, every piece of mail, every online update. Keep a log. 2. After your doctor's appointment, immediately fax (yes, fax) any new medical info to EDD. Call to confirm they received it. 3. If you haven't heard back in 5 business days after sending docs, start calling daily. 4. If you still can't get through, contact your local state representative's office. They can sometimes work miracles with EDD. 5. Consider filing a formal complaint if it goes on much longer. Sometimes that lights a fire under them. Remember, persistence is key. Don't let up. Good luck!

Hey, just a heads up - make sure you're still certifying for benefits even if you're not getting paid. I made that mistake and it caused a whole new headache. Keep jumping through those hoops!

Sending good vibes your way, OP. This stuff is stressful af. Don't forget to take care of yourself while dealing with all this bureaucratic bs. 💖

am i the only 1 who thinks its crazy we gotta jump thru all these hoops just to get whats owed to us? the system is broken af 🤡

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

lmao welcome to the EDD shitshow. been dealing w/ this garbage for 6 months now. my advice? learn to love ramen and start a side hustle 🙃