Can't reach California Paid Family Leave? Claimyr connects you to a live EDD agent in minutes.
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Using Claimyr will:
- Connect you to a human agent at the EDD
- Skip the long phone menu
- Call the correct department
- Redial until on hold
- Forward a call to your phone with reduced hold time
- Give you free callbacks if the EDD drops your call
If I could give 10 stars I would
If I could give 10 stars I would If I could give 10 stars I would Such an amazing service so needed during the times when EDD almost never picks up Claimyr gets me on the phone with EDD every time without fail faster. A much needed service without Claimyr I would have never received the payment I needed to support me during my postpartum recovery. Thank you so much Claimyr!
Really made a difference
Really made a difference, save me time and energy from going to a local office for making the call.
Worth not wasting your time calling for hours.
Was a bit nervous or untrusting at first, but my calls went thru. First time the wait was a bit long but their customer chat line on their page was helpful and put me at ease that I would receive my call. Today my call dropped because of EDD and Claimyr heard my concern on the same chat and another call was made within the hour.
An incredibly helpful service
An incredibly helpful service! Got me connected to a CA EDD agent without major hassle (outside of EDD's agents dropping calls – which Claimyr has free protection for). If you need to file a new claim and can't do it online, pay the $ to Claimyr to get the process started. Absolutely worth it!
Consistent,frustration free, quality Service.
Used this service a couple times now. Before I'd call 200 times in less than a weak frustrated as can be. But using claimyr with a couple hours of waiting i was on the line with an representative or on hold. Dropped a couple times but each reconnected not long after and was mission accomplished, thanks to Claimyr.
IT WORKS!! Not a scam!
I tried for weeks to get thru to EDD PFL program with no luck. I gave this a try thinking it may be a scam. OMG! It worked and They got thru within an hour and my claim is going to finally get paid!! I upgraded to the $60 call. Best $60 spent!
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Hey, former EDD employee here. The identity verification issue is pretty common. Make sure you're using the EXACT name that's on your social security card. Even small differences can cause problems. Also, double-check that you entered your SSN correctly on the application. One wrong digit can mess everything up.
Thank you for the insider info! I'll double-check everything. Quick question - if I find a mistake, can I correct it online or do I have to call?
Unfortunately, most corrections need to be done over the phone. But knowing exactly what needs to be fixed can make the call go much smoother.
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Quick question - do PFL claims typically take longer to process than regular unemployment? This is my first time dealing with this and I'm lost af
In my experience, PFL claims can be a bit more complex. They often require more documentation, which can slow things down. Hang in there!
yall ever feel like were all just clowns in EDDs circus? 🤡 we jump through hoops, balance on a tightrope of bureaucracy, and pray for the day our claims stop being pending and start being paid 😩
LOL this is too accurate. Don't forget the part where we're juggling bills while they "review" our claims for the 100th time 🤹♂️
I'm in this comment and I don't like it 😂😭
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Unpopular opinion: sometimes it's faster to just resubmit your claim instead of waiting for them to process the original one. Worked for me! 🤷♂️
Wouldn't that just create more confusion and potentially delay things even more? Seems risky.
It's def a gamble, but when you're desperate, sometimes you gotta roll the dice 🎲
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I swear, dealing with EDD is like trying to navigate a maze blindfolded while riding a unicycle. Anyone else feel like theyre living in a kafka novel when dealing with this stuff? 🤡
LOL accurate af. I'm pretty sure their system runs on a hamster wheel and some duct tape 🐹🤣
Kafka novel 💀 I'm dead. But also crying because it's so true
Ashley Adams
Hey, I found a way to get someone on the phone quickly. 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/DOLxZQb92wM
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Aaron Lee
•$20 just to talk to someone? That's ridiculous. The system is so broken 🤡
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Ashley Adams
•I get it, but when you factor in the time saved and stress avoided, it's worth it for me. To each their own tho!
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Chloe Mitchell
Here's what you need to do: 1. First, try to recall any possible answers you might have used. Common ones include your mother's maiden name, first pet's name, or the street you grew up on. 2. If that doesn't work, check your email. Sometimes companies send a confirmation email when you set up security questions, and you might have that stored somewhere. 3. Look for any physical notes or digital files where you might have written down the answer. 4. If all else fails, you'll need to contact customer support. Be prepared with: - Your account information - Proof of identity (they might ask for this) - Any other relevant account details 5. When you do get it reset, consider using a password manager in the future. They can store not just passwords, but also answers to security questions. Remember, security questions are becoming less common because of issues like this. Many companies are moving towards two-factor authentication instead, which is generally more secure and user-friendly. Good luck!
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Logan Scott
•Wow, thanks for the detailed response! This is super helpful. I'll work through these steps and see where I get. Really appreciate it! 💯
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Michael Adams
•Great advice. I'd add: if you do have to create new security questions, try to make them something that's not easily guessable but that you'll remember. Like "What was the name of your least favorite teacher?" instead of "What's your mother's maiden name?
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