Has anyone had luck submitting stuff online? Is it faster than mailing?

Pro tip: if you're caring for a family member, get the medical certification filled out ASAP. Doctors can take forever and it'll hold up your whole application.

lol good luck. i gave up after 6 months and just went back to work. the system is rigged against us little guys 🤡

Has anyone tried faxing their documents? I heard from a friend that sometimes it's faster than mailing or uploading online.

Quick tip: If you're having trouble reaching EDD, try contacting your local state representative's office. They often have liaisons who can help push things along with EDD. Worked for me when I was stuck in limbo for weeks!

Has anyone else noticed that the EDD website is always "under maintenance" when you actually need to use it? 🙄 Like, get it together already!

Quick question - did you submit your claim online or by mail? I've heard the online system has been glitchy lately.

tldr; PFL is a mess, water is wet. 🤷‍♂️

Ugh, I'm in the same boat. 5 weeks and counting. This is ridiculous. How are we supposed to bond with our kids when we're stressed about money?

Pro tip: if you do manage to get through on the phone, be super nice to the agent. They deal with angry people all day. A little kindness can go a long way in getting help.

I'm starting to wonder if there's some kind of secret handshake or code word to get these claims processed faster. Anyone cracked the code yet? 🕵️‍♂️

Seriously tho, has anyone tried contacting their local representative about this? I'm thinking of reaching out to mine to see if they can help speed things up.

Hey, just a heads up - make sure you're certifying for benefits every two weeks even if you haven't heard back about your initial claim. You can do it online and it'll save you headaches down the road if there are any delays in processing your application.

I had a similar situation last year. One thing that helped was keeping a detailed log of all my attempts to contact EDD - dates, times, who I spoke to (if anyone). It came in handy when I had to escalate my case. Also, don't forget to check your spam folder for emails!

Anyone else notice that the EDD seems to work better early in the morning? I've had better luck calling right when they open.

I'm just here to say that I've been dealing with EDD for 6 months now and I'm about ready to lose my mind. That's all. 🤪

lol welcome to the wonderful world of government efficiency 🤡 Strap in, it's gonna be a bumpy ride!

Has anyone else noticed that the PFL system seems to be getting worse every year? I remember when it used to be somewhat reliable...

Here's what I'd recommend based on my experience: 1. Try the 'Forgot Password' option first. If that fails: 2. Clear your browser cache and cookies, then try again. 3. Check if your account is locked due to too many login attempts. 4. Try accessing from a different device or browser. 5. If all else fails, you'll need to contact them directly. Options include: - Phone (be prepared for long wait times) - Social media (Twitter: @CA_EDD) - Visit a local office if possible Remember to have your personal info ready (SSN, previous address, etc.) as they'll need to verify your identity. For future reference, use a password manager or keep a secure physical record of your login info. And don't forget to update your contact info regularly! Hope this helps, and good luck with your claim!

Am I the only one who thinks its ridiculous that we have to jump through so many hoops just to access our own accounts? The system needs a serious overhaul 😤