EDD payment delay: Submitted time cards 5 days ago, no payment yet. Help!

Ugh, I'm in the same boat! 🚢 It's been a week since I submitted my time card and still nothing. EDD is such a mess rn

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 explaining it: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ

Here's what you need to do: 1. Double-check your UI Online account to make sure your time cards were actually received and processed. 2. Look for any notifications or messages from EDD about your claim. 3. If everything looks good on your end, try calling the EDD customer service line at 1-800-300-5616. 4. Be prepared to wait. Call volumes are high, so you might be on hold for a while. 5. If you can't get through, try reaching out via their online contact form. 6. As a last resort, contact your local assembly member's office. They often have liaisons who can help with EDD issues. Remember, patience is key. The system is overwhelmed, but they'll get to your claim eventually. Good luck!

am i the only 1 who thinks its crazy we gotta jump thru all these hoops just to get paid? 🤔 the system is rigged against us fr

Have you checked if there's a hold on your account? Sometimes they put random holds for identity verification or other issues. It's annoying af but it happens

Pro tip: try calling right when they open in the morning. I got through after only 20 mins on hold last week doing that