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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.
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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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I swear, dealing with EDD is like trying to nail jello to a wall. Anyone else feel like they're getting the runaround every time they call? 😤
Preach! 🙌 I've called so many times I think I know their hold music by heart now lol
Just to add to what others have said - EDD definitely doesn't call outside business hours. I learned this the hard way when I got a "callback" at 7 PM last month asking for my SSN and bank info. Turned out to be a scam! If you're expecting a call back, they'll only reach out during their normal operating hours (8 AM - 5 PM, Mon-Fri). Stay safe out there! 🛡️
Thanks for sharing your experience! That's really scary that scammers are getting so sophisticated. Did you report it to EDD or anywhere else? I want to make sure I'm prepared if something like this happens to me too.
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UPDATE: My claim was approved! It took 8 days total, which is way better than I expected after my SDI nightmare. The payment is already pending in my account too. Thanks everyone for the advice and reassurance! For anyone dealing with this transition in the future: make sure your dates don't overlap between claims, triple check your paperwork, and contact your HR department to ensure they respond quickly to EDD's verification requests.
congrats!! so happy it worked out fast for you! enjoy that precious baby bonding time 💕
That's such great news! 8 days is really reasonable, especially considering how stressful the whole process can be. Your update will definitely help other parents going through the same transition. It's so important to share these success stories since we mostly hear about the horror stories online. Congratulations on your new baby and enjoy your bonding leave! 🍼✨
So relieved to see a positive outcome! I'm actually in the exact same boat right now - just filed my PFL claim 3 days ago after my SDI ended. Your timeline gives me hope that mine might process smoothly too. Did you end up having to contact HR or did everything go through automatically? I'm trying to decide if I should be proactive or just wait it out.
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I went through this exact same situation a few months back and it was nerve-wracking! Here's what worked for me: I called the main EDD number every day for a week straight, always right at 8am when they opened. On day 6, I finally got through to someone who could see both of my submissions in their system. The rep actually thanked me for being transparent about the duplicate - she said it happens all the time and they'd rather know upfront than discover it later and have to sort out the mess. She was able to flag one as a duplicate and process the other immediately. My benefits resumed within 3 business days after that call. Don't lose hope - the key is persistence and being honest about what happened. You've got this! 🤞
This is so reassuring to hear! I've been stressed about submitting that duplicate form, but knowing that the reps are used to it and actually appreciate the honesty makes me feel so much better. Your persistence with the daily 8am calls is inspiring - I'm definitely going to try that approach. Thanks for sharing your success story! 🙏
I'm going through something similar right now - submitted my DE 2580GF form about 10 days ago and radio silence from EDD. It's so stressful when you're relying on these benefits! Reading through everyone's advice here, I think I'm going to try the early morning call strategy that a few people mentioned. Also planning to send a follow-up email with my original submission date like Isabella suggested. For what it's worth, I don't think you need to worry too much about the duplicate submission - from what I'm seeing in other threads, it happens more often than we think and they're used to dealing with it. Just be upfront about it when you do get through to someone. We shouldn't have to jump through so many hoops just to get basic acknowledgment that our paperwork was received, but here we are! 🤷♀️ Keep us posted on how it goes - rooting for you!
I'm in a very similar situation too - submitted my form about a week ago and nothing back yet. It's really helpful to see so many people sharing their experiences here! I'm definitely going to try the 8am calling strategy that Mateo mentioned worked for him. The stress of not knowing if they even received your paperwork is the worst part. Thanks for keeping us updated on your situation - hopefully we'll all get through this bureaucratic maze soon! 🤞
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I've been lurking here for a while dealing with my own EDD nightmare, and this thread is so relatable it hurts! 😭 The E324 error is the bane of my existence right now. I've tried everything - different browsers, clearing cache, incognito mode, you name it. What finally worked for me (temporarily) was using a different device entirely. Apparently my laptop was somehow "flagged" in their system? Makes no sense but that's EDD for you. Also, pro tip: screenshot EVERYTHING during your application process. Trust me on this one. The number of times I've had to prove I submitted something correctly... Good luck OP, we're all suffering together! 💪
Wow, your laptop being "flagged" is such a bizarre EDD thing! 🤦♀️ I never would have thought to try a different device. The screenshot tip is gold too - I learned that lesson the hard way when they claimed I never submitted certain documents. It's crazy that we have to treat applying for benefits like we're gathering evidence for court! Thanks for sharing your experience, it's oddly comforting to know we're all in this together.
I'm going through the exact same thing right now! The E324 error is so frustrating. I've been trying for three days straight and getting nowhere. Reading through all these comments is actually really helpful - I didn't know about trying different devices or the identity verification issues. I'm definitely going to try clearing my cache and using incognito mode first. If that doesn't work, I guess I'll have to brave the phone lines. It's ridiculous that we have to jump through so many hoops just to access benefits we've paid into. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences and tips! 🙏
I'm so sorry you're going through this too! The E324 error really is the worst. I just joined this community after dealing with my own EDD headaches for weeks. One thing that helped me was double-checking that my browser wasn't auto-filling any forms with outdated info - sometimes those saved addresses or old phone numbers can trigger errors. Also, if you do end up calling, I found it helpful to have a notepad ready to write down everything they tell you, including case numbers or reference numbers they might give you. The whole system is so broken, but at least we have each other for support! Keep us posted on how it goes! 💪
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Great update! I'm so relieved you got through to someone who actually understood the situation. The Claimyr service sounds like a lifesaver - I've been putting off calling EDD about my own issues because I dreaded the wait times. Quick question: when you file the new claim, are you planning to explicitly mention the previous overpayment and repayment in your application, or just let the notes the rep added to your account speak for themselves? I'm curious how transparent you need to be when filing the second claim to avoid any red flags in their system.
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CosmicCaptain
•That's a great question! I was wondering the same thing. From what the EDD rep told me, I should be transparent about it being the "second portion" of my baby bonding benefit, but she said the notes in my account should handle most of the backend confusion. I'm planning to write something like "This claim is for the remaining 4 weeks of my 8-week baby bonding entitlement, following repayment of overpayment notice #[whatever number]" in the additional comments section. Better to be upfront than have them discover it later and think I'm trying to double-dip!
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Isabella Ferreira
This is exactly why I always recommend documenting EVERYTHING when dealing with EDD! For anyone else reading this who might face a similar situation, here are some key takeaways from this thread: 1. Keep detailed records of your original intent to split claims (emails to employer, calendar entries, family visit plans, etc.) 2. Screenshot your EDD account regularly - claims can disappear without warning 3. When filing for partial benefits, be extremely explicit about it being "X weeks of Y total weeks entitled" 4. If you get an overpayment notice, act quickly - don't let it sit while you figure out what to do 5. The Claimyr service seems to be a game-changer for actually reaching EDD reps @Lim Wong - smart move being transparent on your new claim. That approach should prevent any fraud flags from popping up. Hopefully this whole mess gets resolved quickly for you!
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