EDD Unemployment Certification Mistake: How to Fix Wrong Answer About Reduced Hours?
I messed up on my unemployment certification and now I'm not getting paid. I accidentally answered the question about reduced hours wrong. Has anyone else dealt with this? What should I do when I finally get through to EDD? I'm freaking out because I really need this money.
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GalacticGuru
Ugh, been there done that. Don't panic, it's fixable! When you get through to EDD (which is a whole other battle 🙄), just be honest. Tell them you made a mistake and want to correct it. They'll probably have you submit a new certification form.
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Fatima Al-Suwaidi
Pro tip: call right when they open. I got through after only 30 minutes on hold last week!
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Dylan Cooper
•What time do they open? I've tried calling at different times but no luck 😞
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Fatima Al-Suwaidi
•They open at 8am Pacific Time. Set your alarm and start dialing at 7:59! Good luck!
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Sofia Morales
•30 minutes isn't that bad considering how long people have to wait sometimes. Thanks for the tip.
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Emma Davis
Anyone else feel like they need a law degree to understand these forms? 🧑⚖️
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Malik Johnson
•Seriously! I swear they make it confusing on purpose 🙄
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Isabella Ferreira
•Ikr? I have a PhD and still get confused by some of these questions!
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Ravi Sharma
•Even those well-versed in legal matters can find them perplexing.
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Ravi Sharma
Hot take: maybe if they paid their phone reps better, we wouldn't have such a hard time getting through 🤔
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NebulaNomad
•If they had more staff, calls might be more efficient too.
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Yara Nassar
This is why we need a better system. It's 2023 and we're still dealing with this nonsense? SMH
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Keisha Williams
•Preach! 🙌 The whole unemployment system needs an overhaul
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Paolo Ricci
•For real. My cousin in Canada said their system is way more user-friendly. We're living in the stone age here.
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Amina Toure
•It would be a significant relief if the system were modernized.
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Ava Garcia
lol welcome to the club 🤡 EDD is a mess rn. I've been trying to fix a similar issue for weeks. Good luck!
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Miguel Silva
•I hope this mess gets sorted soon. It's stressful for everyone involved.
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Oliver Zimmermann
I had a similar issue last year. Here's a pro tip: keep a detailed log of all your calls, who you spoke to, and what they said. It'll help if you need to escalate the issue later.
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Liam Fitzgerald
•That's great advice, thanks! I'll start doing that right away.
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CosmicCommander
•Keeping a log has saved me in several situations. Totally agree!
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Miguel Silva
Have you tried reaching out to your local assembly member's office? They can sometimes help expedite EDD issues. Worth a shot!
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Liam Fitzgerald
•I didn't even know that was an option. How do I find my assembly member?
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Miguel Silva
•Just google "[your city] assembly member". Their office should have a contact form or phone number for constituent services. They're usually pretty helpful!
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Zainab Ismail
•This is a great idea! Local representatives can sometimes pull strings that we can't.
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Zainab Ismail
Bruh, EDD is straight up playing games with us 😤 I swear they make these forms confusing on purpose
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Connor O'Neill
•It does feel like they could make things a lot clearer for everyone.
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QuantumQuester
PSA: Always double-check your answers before submitting! I learned that the hard way too 😅
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Yara Nassar
•Lesson learned! I'll make it a point to double-check every time.
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Sofia Morales
I 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. Check out this video for more info: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ
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StarSailor
•Sounds too good to be true. Has anyone else tried this?
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Dmitry Ivanov
•$20?! That's ridiculous. The government should make it easier to reach them for free.
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Sofia Morales
•I know it sounds sketchy, but I swear it worked for me. Saved me hours of frustration.
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Ava Garcia
•It's a shame we have to resort to paying for services like this, but if it works, it might be worth the cost.
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Freya Thomsen
Plot twist: what if we all just showed up at the EDD office? They can't ignore us then! 😂
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Omar Fawaz
•Lmao imagine the chaos. EDD Woodstock 2023 🎵
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Chloe Martin
•I'm down if you're down. Who's bringing the snacks? 🍿
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Diego Rojas
•Organizing a massive call-in day could send a message too.
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Amara Nnamani
Same thing happened to me last month. It's a pain in the butt, but fixable. Here's what you need to do: 1. Keep trying to reach EDD (I know, easier said than done) 2. When you get through, explain the mistake calmly 3. Ask about the process for correcting the certification 4. Be prepared to provide documentation of your actual hours 5. Follow up regularly until it's resolved Hang in there! The system is frustrating but you'll get it sorted out.
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Liam Fitzgerald
•Thanks for the detailed advice! How long did it take for you to get it resolved?
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Amara Nnamani
•It took about 3 weeks total. The hardest part was getting someone on the phone tbh
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Giovanni Mancini
•3 weeks?! 😱 I've been waiting 2 months and still nothing. This system is so broken.
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Fatima Al-Suwaidi
•True, three weeks seems long but at least you finally got it resolved. Hopefully, it won't take that long for OP.
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Javier Torres
This is why I always screenshot my certifications now. Helps to have proof of what you submitted.
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Emma Davis
•Screenshots have saved me several times; good habit to have.
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Diego Rojas
Remember to breathe, OP. Mistakes happen. The most important thing is to stay calm and persistent. You'll get this sorted out!
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Anastasia Sokolov
•Staying calm is crucial. Stress doesn't help in these situations.
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Amina Toure
Hang in there, OP! We're all in the same boat. This too shall pass 🚢
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Oliver Zimmermann
•Such a relatable sentiment! Hoping for smoother sailing soon.
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Connor O'Neill
Hey, don't beat yourself up. The certification questions can be really confusing. I've seen tons of people make similar mistakes. Just be persistent in trying to reach them and explain the situation clearly when you do.
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QuantumQuester
•It's encouraging to know I'm not the only one struggling with this.
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NebulaNomad
Sending good vibes your way, OP! Don't let the system get you down. You've got this! 💪
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Freya Thomsen
•Thanks for the positivity! We all need it right now.
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CosmicCommander
Have you tried using the online portal to submit a question? Sometimes that's faster than calling.
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Natasha Volkova
•LOL good one 🤣 I submitted a question online 2 months ago and still crickets
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CosmicCommander
•Oof, guess I got lucky then. It worked for me last time 🤷♂️
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Javier Torres
•It's hit or miss, but it's worth a try while you keep calling.
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