EDD unemployment claim stuck in waiting period for over a month - no payments received

have you tried checking your spam folder? sometimes the edd emails end up there. also, make sure your address is up to date in the system. i missed payments cuz they sent stuff to my old adress

Hey OP, hang in there. I know it's tough, but it will get sorted eventually. In the meantime, check out r/assistance or r/borrow if you need help with immediate expenses. There are good people out there willing to help.

OP, wat state r u in? diff states have diff rules. might help to know

Bruh, I feel you. Been waiting since April. EDD is a joke. Maybe we should all show up at their office and have a sit-in protest 😂

I found a way to actually get someone on the phone. Used this site called claimyr.com - it's a calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to your phone. Costs $20, but it works. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ

I understand how daunting this waiting period can be for unemployment claims. It seems like many people are caught in similar situations. For those who are considering Claimyr, it's a tool that's designed to help connect you with a live EDD agent, which can be invaluable when you're stuck in the phone queue. Many users have found it effective, although it does come with a cost. On the flip side, it's important to weigh this against your financial situation, as $20 can be a lot in times of unemployment. As others have suggested, reaching out to your state representative or trying alternative methods like social media can also be effective. Persistence is key in dealing with bureaucratic systems, and while it may feel like a never-ending battle, utilizing a mix of traditional and new tools may eventually help resolve the issue. Best of luck!

This might sound weird, but try faxing them. I know, it's 2024, who uses fax? But I sent a fax explaining my situation and got a call back within 48 hours. Worth a shot!

guys, i think we're all missing the bigger picture here. why is our unemployment system so broken? other countries manage to get ppl their benefits quickly and efficiently. we need to demand better from our govt!

Have you tried reaching out on Twitter? Sometimes they respond faster there. @CA_EDD is their handle.

Here's what I've learned after dealing with EDD for months: 1. The "waiting period" is usually just the first week of your claim. It shouldn't last a month. 2. If you're stuck in pending, it could be because: - Identity verification issues - Employer hasn't responded to EDD's request for info - You answered a question on your certification that flagged your account 3. Keep certifying every two weeks, even if you're not getting paid. This will help when they finally fix your claim. 4. Document everything. Keep a log of when you call, who you talk to, what they say. 5. If all else fails, contact your state representative. They can sometimes push things through. Hope this helps. Hang in there, OP. The system sucks, but don't give up.

Ugh, the waiting game is the worst. Have you tried calling them? I know it's a pain, but sometimes that's the only way to get answers.

Have you checked if there's an EDD office near you? Sometimes you can get better results in person. Bring all your documents just in case.

Same boat here. Filed in May, still nothing. EDD's website is useless, just shows "pending" for everything. Starting to feel like I'm shouting into the void.

This is why I always tell people to have an emergency fund. You can't rely on the government to help you when you need it.