SDI nightmare: Benefits slashed, claim stuck in limbo. Help!

I found a way to solve SDI claim delays and confusion, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zid9KVg6Ab8

Ugh, I feel your pain. SDI is a nightmare to deal with. Have you tried sending a formal email outlining all the issues? Sometimes putting everything in writing helps.

Man, SDI is such a joke these days. I swear they're purposely making it hard for us to get our benefits. Hang in there, OP!

Have you tried reaching out to your local state representative? Sometimes they can light a fire under these agencies and get things moving.

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

Here's what I've learned from dealing with SDI: 1. Document EVERYTHING. Every call, email, letter. Note dates, names, and what was said. 2. Be persistent. Call regularly, but always be polite. 3. Use their online portal if possible. Sometimes it's faster than mail. 4. If you're not getting anywhere, ask to speak to a supervisor. 5. Consider filing a formal appeal if they're not addressing your concerns. 6. As someone else mentioned, contacting your state rep can help. 7. If all else fails, some people have had luck reaching out on social media (Twitter especially). Remember, you're not alone in this. The system is overwhelmed, but keep pushing. Good luck!

lol welcome to the wonderful world of government bureaucracy. where evrything takes 10x longer than it should and nothing makes sense 🤡

Have you checked if there's any missing documentation on your end? Sometimes they don't tell you if something's missing and just let the claim sit there.

OMG, I'm in the exact same boat! My benefits got slashed too and I can't get a straight answer from anyone. This system is so broken 😭

Pro tip: If you can, try calling right when they open. The wait times are usually shorter and the agents seem less frazzled.