EDD payment delay: Weeks without unemployment check, can't reach anyone. Help!

I found a way to solve unemployment payment delays, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4uz-It-EZ6Q

Ugh, I'm in the same boat. It's been over a month for me and still nothing. The system is so broken, it's ridiculous. 😤

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

Have you checked your UI Online account? Sometimes there are issues with your claim that you need to address before they can process the payment.

THIS IS BULLSHIT!!! We shouldn't have to jump through hoops to get what we're owed. The whole system needs an overhaul. 🤬

Here's what worked for me: 1. Call right when they open at 8 AM 2. If you get a busy signal, hang up and redial immediately 3. Keep doing this until you get through to the menu 4. Choose the option for filing a new claim, even if you're not 5. This usually connects you to a person faster It took me about 30 minutes of trying, but I finally got through. Good luck!

Has anyone else noticed that their claim status changed to "pending" after the latest system update? I'm wondering if this is causing the delay.

Pro tip: if you're having trouble getting through on the main line, try calling the employer line instead. Sometimes they'll help claimants too if you're nice about it.

Anyone else feel like they're playing the lottery every time they try to call EDD? 😂 I swear, I have a better chance of winning the Powerball than getting through to a real person.

I finally got through last week and they told me there was a "flag" on my account that needed to be cleared. Apparently, this is common and can cause payment delays. Might be worth asking about if you manage to speak with someone.