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Has anyone had luck with the online portal? I've been trying to check my claim status there but it never seems to update.
LOL good luck with that. That thing is about as useful as a chocolate teapot. š«ā
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I've had some success with it, but you gotta check it like every hour. It's super inconsistent.
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Quick question - how long did it take for your claim to be processed once you got through? I'm trying to plan my finances and idk how long I'll be waiting.
It took about 2 weeks for me, but I've heard it can take up to a month sometimes. Don't count on it being quick, that's for sure.
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Mine took 3 weeks, but my friend got hers in 10 days. I think it depends on how complicated your case is and how backed up they are.
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Pro tip: if you can't get through on the main line, try calling one of the other departments and ask to be transferred. Sometimes works like a charm!
Hang in there, OP! I know it's stressful, but you'll get it sorted. Don't let EDD drama take away from this special time with your little one. Sending positive vibes your way! ā¤ļø
Thank you so much! It's easy to get caught up in the frustration, but you're right - I need to focus on what's important. Appreciate the reminder š
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idk if this helps, but I found that calling first thing in the morning (like right when they open) gave me the best chance of getting through to someone. might be worth a shot!
Anyone else feel like the whole system is designed to make us give up? š¤ It's like they make it as difficult as possible on purpose.
100% agree. It's a total clown show š¤”
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Conspiracy theory: they're all secretly working for the companies to discourage people from taking FMLA š
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Hey guys, I know this is frustrating but I found a way to actually get someone on the phone about these issues. 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. Check out this video for more info: https://youtu.be/DOLxZQb92wM
Has anyone else tried this? Seems too good to be true tbh
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It's legit, I promise. saved my sanity when I was dealing with a messed up claim. Sometimes you gotta spend money to save time š¤·āāļø
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have u tried turning it off and on again? š¤£
If only it were that simple! š
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Has anyone had luck with the EDD's new chatbot? I've been trying to use it but it seems pretty useless tbh
LOL that thing is about as helpful as a chocolate teapot š
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It's okay for super basic stuff, but anything complicated and it just tells you to call... which gets you nowhere š
18d
Dont forget to factor in taxes! EDD doesn't withhold anything, so you might wanna set some money aside so you're not caught off guard come tax season.
Oh man, I didn't even think about taxes. Thanks for the heads up!
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Have you checked your spam folder? Sometimes important emails end up there. Also, make sure the contact info on your application is correct.
Good call, I'll double check everything. Thx!
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Friendly reminder to everyone: don't post any personal info or claim numbers here! Stay safe, folks.
Good call. It's easy to forget when ur frustrated and just want help.
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Anyone else notice that it seems to go faster if you filed online vs paper forms? Or am I just imagining things?
Definitely faster online. Paper forms probably end up in some poor intern's 'to-do' pile š
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Online all the way. Welcome to the 21st century, PFL! š»
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I heard a rumor that they're prioritizing certain industries for faster approval. Anyone know if there's any truth to that?
That sounds like fake news to me. Where did you hear that?
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Just something I saw on Twitter. Guess I should've fact-checked before posting š
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Pro tip: if you're really desperate, reach out to your local congressperson's office. They sometimes have ways to expedite these things.
This actually works! My cousin did this and got approved within a week after waiting for months.
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I'm in the same boat, OP. Been waiting for weeks to hear back about my forms. This whole system is broken af š¤
Preach! š It's like they're stuck in the stone age or smthn
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Pro tip: if you can, go to an EDD office in person. I know it's a hassle, but I finally got everything sorted when I did that. Bring ALL your paperwork with you!
This! Face-to-face is always better. They cant ignore you when your standing right infront of them š
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Not all heroes wear capes. Thanks for the advice!
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Chloe Wilson
Not to be that guy, but are you sure you submitted it correctly? Double-check that you didn't miss any required fields or approvals. I've seen people wait weeks only to realize they forgot to hit 'submit' at the end š¤¦āāļø
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Keisha Williams
Ugh, you're right. I just checked and I think I might have forgotten to click the final submit button. I feel so dumb right now. Thanks for the reality check!
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Chloe Wilson
Hey, don't beat yourself up! We've all been there. Glad you figured it out tho!
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Diego Mendoza
Plot twist: what if the timesheet processor is on vacation and no one's covering for them? šµļøāāļø Happened at my last job. Chaos ensued.
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