EDD disability claim: No updates or payments after follow-up call. What now?

Ugh, classic EDD. They're always giving us the runaround. I've been waiting on my disability payments for over a month now. It's like they enjoy making us suffer 🙄

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

Here's what you need to do: 1. Document everything. Keep a log of all your calls, who you spoke to, and what they said. 2. Send a follow-up email to EDD referencing your previous call and asking for a status update. 3. If you don't hear back within 48 hours, call again and ask to speak with a supervisor. 4. Consider reaching out to your local state representative. They often have liaisons who can help push things through. 5. Check your online account daily for any updates or requests for additional information. 6. If you're in dire financial straits, look into emergency assistance programs in your area while you wait. 7. Don't give up! The squeaky wheel gets the grease in these situations. Hang in there, OP. The system is frustrating, but persistence usually pays off eventually.

have you checked your spam folder? sometimes edd emails end up there and you miss important updates

I swear the EDD is run by a bunch of sloths on vacation. How hard is it to process a claim and hit 'approve'? 🦥🏖️

Pro tip: if you call right when they open, you have a better chance of getting through. Set your alarm for 7:55 AM and start dialing at 8:00 AM sharp. Good luck!

Im in the same boat. applied for sdi 6 weeks ago and crickets. its so frustraiting when your trying to recover but stressing about money. anyone know if theres a way to check status online?

Have you considered reaching out to a disability advocate? They can sometimes help navigate the system and push things along. Might be worth looking into if you're really stuck.

plot twist: the edd is actually a secret government program to test how long citizens can go without snapping. we're all just lab rats in their sick experiment 🐀🧪

Unpopular opinion: maybe try being patient? The EDD is dealing with thousands of claims. I know it sucks to wait, but they're probably doing their best.