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EDD claim taking forever - missing info? Need advice on speeding up process

Hey everyone, I'm getting really frustrated with my unemployment claim. It's taking forever and I'm not sure why. I'm worried that maybe some information is missing, like my doctor's details or my personal info. Has anyone else dealt with this? I've got all my medical records and EDD correspondence ready, but I'm not sure what to do next. Any advice on how to speed things up or what specific info I should have on hand when I finally get through to someone?

Tom Maxon

I found a way to solve EDD unemployment claim delays, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O-sWYUAJfgA

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Andre Laurent

Ugh, I feel ya. The EDD system is a total nightmare rn. I was in the same boat a few months ago. Have you tried calling them? It's a pain, but sometimes that's the only way to get answers.

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Carmen Diaz

I've been trying to call for weeks! It's impossible to get through 😫

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AstroAce

Pro tip: call right when they open. I got through after only 30 minutes on hold that way.

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Zoe Kyriakidou

lol good luck with that. i've been trying for months and still nothing 🤡

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Jamal Brown

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. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ

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Mei Zhang

Sounds sketchy. Is this legit?

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Jamal Brown

Yeah, it's totally legit. I was skeptical at first too, but it saved me hours of frustration. Worth every penny imo.

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Liam McConnell

How long did it take for them to get through?

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Jamal Brown

It took about 2 hours for me, but I didn't have to sit there listening to hold music the whole time. They just called me when an agent was on the line.

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Amara Oluwaseyi

Here's what you need to do to get your claim moving: 1. Gather all your medical documentation, including dates of treatment and doctor's contact info. 2. Have your claim number and personal details ready. 3. Write down a clear, concise explanation of your situation. 4. Be persistent in trying to reach EDD - use the online portal, send messages, and keep calling. 5. If you can't get through, consider contacting your local state representative's office. They can sometimes expedite claims. 6. Double-check that all your online forms are filled out correctly. 7. If you have any changes in your medical condition or work status, report them immediately. Remember, patience is key. The system is overwhelmed, but keep at it and you'll get through eventually. Good luck!

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Carmen Diaz

Wow, thank you so much for this detailed advice! I'll definitely follow these steps. 🙏

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CosmicCaptain

This is gold 💯 Saving this for later!

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Giovanni Rossi

have u checked ur spam folder? sometimes edd emails end up there and u miss important updates

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Fatima Al-Maktoum

I swear the EDD is running on Windows 95 or something. How hard is it to update a claim status? 🙄

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Dylan Mitchell

Windows 95? You're giving them too much credit. Pretty sure it's all done by carrier pigeon 🐦

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Sofia Gutierrez

LMAO 🤣 I bet they're still using fax machines

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Dmitry Petrov

Hey OP, don't lose hope! I know it sucks rn, but keep pushing. I was in ur shoes last year and it eventually worked out. Sending good vibes ur way ❤️

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Carmen Diaz

Thanks for the encouragement! It means a lot 😊

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StarSurfer

PSA: If anyone's having trouble with their claim, there's a Facebook group called 'EDD Unofficial' that has tons of helpful info and people who can answer questions.

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Ava Martinez

Just joined, thanks for the tip!

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Miguel Castro

unpopular opinion: maybe the system is slow bc too many ppl are trying to game it 🤷‍♂️

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Zainab Abdulrahman

Dude, seriously? Most people are just trying to survive. Check your privilege.

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Connor Byrne

Found the EDD employee 👀

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Miguel Castro

I'm just saying what everyone's thinking 🤷‍♂️

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Yara Elias

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

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QuantumQuasar

What year is it? 1995? 😂

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Keisha Jackson

Actually, I tried this and it worked! Sometimes old school is the way to go 👍

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