Filed for SDI weeks ago, no payment or approval info. What to do?

I found a way to solve disability benefits payment delays, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zuoR9DlA284

Ugh, I feel ya. I was in the same boat last year. Have you tried calling them? It's a pain, but sometimes that's the only way to get answers.

Have you checked your online account? Sometimes they update the status there before sending out any notices.

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. Keep all your documentation organized. Make copies of everything. 2. Check your online account daily for updates. 3. If you haven't received any confirmation within 2 weeks of filing, start calling. 4. Be persistent. Call every day if you have to. 5. If you still can't get through, consider contacting your local state representative. They can sometimes help push things along. 6. Join local Facebook groups for disability claimants. Sometimes they have insider tips or can alert you to system issues. 7. If you're really desperate, that paid calling service some people mentioned might be worth a shot. Remember, the system is overwhelmed right now, so delays are common. But don't give up! You're entitled to these benefits.

have u tried faxing ur docs? sometimes that works better than mail or online submission idk why but it did for me

This is why we need to overhaul the entire system. It's a joke that people have to jump through so many hoops just to get the benefits they're entitled to. Vote for politicians who prioritize fixing these broken systems!

Hey OP, how long ago did you file? If it's been more than a month, you should definitely be following up aggressively.

Pro tip: call right at 8:01 am when they open. That's how I finally got through after weeks of trying.

Ugh, I feel for you. I'm in the same boat and it's so stressful. Hang in there!

I went through the exact same thing last year - filed and heard absolutely nothing for over a month. What finally worked for me was sending a certified letter to their main office with copies of all my documents and a timeline of when I filed. I also contacted my local assemblyperson's office (they have caseworkers who specifically help with EDD issues). The assemblyperson's office was able to get someone at EDD to actually look at my case within a week. Don't give up - you ARE entitled to these benefits and sometimes you just need to make enough noise to get their attention. Keep detailed records of every attempt you make to contact them too.