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Struggling to get SDI claim update - any tips for reaching a human?

Hey everyone, I'm trying to get an update on my SDI claim. I've been waiting for a while now and I'm getting worried. Has anyone had any luck getting through to them lately? Any tips or tricks would be appreciated!

Ugh, I feel your pain. I've been trying to get an update on my claim for weeks now. It's like they've gone radio silent or something. Have you tried calling their main number?

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Yeah, I've tried calling but I just keep getting stuck in this endless loop of automated messages. It's so frustrating!

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Same here! I swear, it's easier to win the lottery than to get through to a real person at SDI these days 🙄

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Pro tip: try calling right when they open. I managed to get through once doing that, but it still took like an hour on hold.

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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

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Wow, that sounds too good to be true. Has anyone else tried this?

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Idk man, paying to get through to a government agency seems sketchy af. Are you sure it's legit?

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I get the skepticism, but I swear it worked for me. Saved me hours of frustration. Just sharing what helped me out!

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I actually used this too! Felt weird paying but honestly, it was worth it to finally get some answers.

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Here's what I've learned from dealing with SDI for the past few months: 1. Be persistent. Keep calling and trying different times of day. 2. Have all your info ready when you call. They'll ask for your claim number, SSN, and other details. 3. Check your online account regularly for updates. 4. If you can, try to use their online messaging system. Sometimes it's faster than calling. 5. Document everything. Keep a log of when you called, who you spoke to, and what they said. 6. If you're really stuck, reach out to your local state representative. They can sometimes help push things along. Hope this helps! Hang in there, OP. We're all in the same boat. 💪

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Thank you so much for this detailed advice! I'll definitely try reaching out to my rep if I can't get through soon.

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This is gold 💯 Saving this for future reference!

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Has anyone else noticed that their online system seems to be down like, ALL THE TIME lately? I swear, every time I try to log in, it's "undergoing maintenance" 🙄

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I'm convinced SDI is run by a bunch of sloths on coffee breaks. How hard is it to pick up a dang phone?!

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LOL that mental image just made my day 🤣 But for real, the system is so broken

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Guys, I hate to be that person, but have you considered just showing up at their office in person? I know it's a pain, but sometimes face-to-face is the only way to get results.

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Bold of you to assume they even have an office that's open to the public anymore 😂

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I actually tried this! Drove 2 hours to the nearest office only to find out they're "not taking walk-ins due to COVID protocols" 🤦‍♂️

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Anyone else feel like they're playing a game of telephone with SDI? I swear, every time I manage to talk to someone, they give me completely different information.

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Hey OP, what's your claim about? I'm curious if different types of claims are being processed faster than others.

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Mine's for pregnancy disability. I've heard some people say theirs went through quickly, but I'm going on week 6 of waiting now.

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Oof, pregnancy claims are supposed to be expedited. Definitely keep pushing on that one, OP!

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I'm starting to think we need to organize some kind of mass protest or something. This is getting ridiculous. Who's with me? ✊

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Count me in! We could do a virtual sit-in on their social media accounts or something.

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Great idea in theory, but knowing SDI they probably wouldn't even notice for like 6 months 🙃

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