Tips for checking claim status? What to have ready for EDD call
Hey everyone, I just placed an order to check the status of my claim. I'm waiting for the call to come through now. Anyone have experience with this? What should I have ready when they call? I'm a bit nervous and want to make sure I don't forget anything important.
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Tom Maxon
I found a way to solve long unemployment claim hold times, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KhXxq1KpQq0
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Natasha Romanova
Make sure you have your claim number and any relevant dates handy. They'll probably ask when you filed and if there have been any updates since then. Good luck!
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Oliver Weber
Thanks for the tip! I'll dig up those dates now. Fingers crossed it goes smoothly 🤞
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NebulaNinja
Also, write down any specific questions you have beforehand. It's easy to forget stuff when you're on the spot!
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Oliver Weber
That's a great idea! I always get flustered on these calls. I'll make a list right now.
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Javier Gomez
Ugh, good luck. I've been trying to get through for weeks. The hold times are insane!
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Emma Wilson
Same here. I swear they're purposely making it difficult. 🙄
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Malik Thomas
Have you guys tried calling right when they open? I had better luck that way.
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Javier Gomez
Tried that, still no luck. It's like playing the lottery at this point.
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Isabella Oliveira
I found a way to get someone on the phone without the crazy wait times. 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
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Ravi Kapoor
Sounds too good to be true. Has anyone else tried this?
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Freya Larsen
$20 just to talk to someone? That's ridiculous. The system is so broken.
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Isabella Oliveira
I know it sounds sketchy, but I swear it worked for me. Saved me hours of frustration.
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GalacticGladiator
How long did it take for them to call you back?
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Isabella Oliveira
It took about 2 hours for me, but I've heard it can vary. Still better than being stuck on hold all day!
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Omar Zaki
Pro tip: If you get a unhelpful agent, politely ask to speak with a tier 2 specialist. They often have more authority to actually resolve issues.
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Chloe Taylor
Anyone else feel like they're drowning in paperwork? I swear I've sent the same documents like 5 times now. 😫
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Diego Flores
OMG yes! I started keeping a log of everything I send, with dates and confirmation numbers. It's ridiculous we have to do this.
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Anastasia Ivanova
Pro tip: scan everything and keep digital copies. Makes it easier to resend when they inevitably 'lose' your docs again.
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Sean Murphy
Hey OP, don't forget to ask about any potential overpayments or underpayments. I got blindsided by that and it was a whole other headache to deal with.
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Oliver Weber
Oh man, I didn't even think about that. Thanks for the heads up!
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StarStrider
Honestly, at this point, I'm convinced the whole system is designed to make us give up. Stay strong, everyone. We're all in this sinking ship together. 🚢
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Zara Malik
Preach! 🙌 It's like they're playing whack-a-mole with our claims.
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Luca Marino
I feel ya. But don't give up! That's exactly what they want. Keep fighting for what you're owed!
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