When to call EDD for disability claim update by 5pm today?

I found a way to solve EDD disability claim phone delays, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FkjaEcNt7go

Ugh, good luck with that. EDD's phone lines are a nightmare. I've spent hours trying to get through. Your best bet is to call right when they open, but even then it's a crapshoot.

I found a way to actually get someone on the phone without waiting. 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

Pro tip: Use the online portal if you can. Sometimes you can get updates there without having to call at all. Saved me a ton of headaches.

I've been dealing with EDD for months now and I swear their system is designed to be as frustrating as possible. It's like they don't want us to get our benefits 🤬

Here's what I've learned after way too many calls to EDD: • Best times to call are 8:01 AM (right when they open) or 11:55 AM (right before lunch) • Have all your info ready - claim number, SSN, etc. • Be super nice to the rep, even if you're frustrated • If you don't get the answer you need, politely ask to speak to a tier 2 specialist • Keep a log of who you talked to and what they said • Follow up every call with an online message to create a paper trail Hope this helps someone avoid the headaches I've been through!

have you tried faxing them? I know it sounds old school but I got a response way faster when I faxed in my documents

Anyone else feel like they're playing phone tag with a ghost? I swear I've left more voicemails for EDD than I have for my own family 👻📞