EDD Claim Status Update: Tips for Getting Through to a Real Person?
Hey everyone, I need to check on my claim status update. Has anyone had any luck getting through to EDD lately? I've been trying for days and can't seem to get a hold of anyone. Any tips or tricks would be appreciated!
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Giovanni Greco
Ugh, I feel your pain. I've been trying to get through for weeks now. It's like they're purposely making it impossible to reach them. 🤬
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Fatima Al-Farsi
Same here! Its so frustrating. I've tried calling at different times of the day but no luck
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Dylan Wright
Have you guys tried using the online portal? Sometimes its easier than calling
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Giovanni Greco
Yeah, I've tried the online portal but my issue requires talking to an actual person. This whole system is a joke 🤡
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Sofia Torres
I found a method that actually works to get someone on the phone. 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 explaining it: https://youtu.be/DOLxZQb92wM
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GalacticGuardian
Sounds too good to be true. Has anyone else tried this?
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Dmitry Smirnov
$20? That's ridiculous. We shouldn't have to pay to get basic service from a government agency.
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Sofia Torres
I know it sounds sketchy, but I swear it worked for me. After weeks of trying, I was desperate enough to try anything. It's worth it if you really need to talk to someone.
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Ava Rodriguez
Can you give more details about how it works? Is it legit?
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Sofia Torres
Sure! You just go to the website, choose the EDD line you want to call, pay the fee, and they start calling for you. When they get a real person, your phone rings and you're connected. Saved me hours of frustration.
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Miguel Diaz
Pro tip: Try calling right when they open. I managed to get through after only a 30-minute wait last week. Good luck!
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Zainab Ahmed
Has anyone else noticed that the claim status on the website hasn't been updating properly? Mine's been stuck for over a month now. 😤
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Connor Gallagher
Yep, same here. I think their whole system is glitching out. Typical government efficiency 🙄
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AstroAlpha
Mine updated yesterday after being stuck for weeks. Keep checking, it might suddenly change!
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Yara Khoury
I've heard rumors that they're understaffed due to budget cuts. Anyone know if thats true? Might explain why its so hard to get through.
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Keisha Taylor
I read an article about that last week. Apparently, they laid off a bunch of temp workers they hired during the pandemic peak. 😑
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Paolo Longo
Okay, here's what I've learned after dealing with EDD for the past 6 months: 1. Persistence is key. Keep calling, even if it seems hopeless. 2. Use the online portal for everything you can. It's slower but more reliable than calling. 3. If you must call, try early mornings or late afternoons on Wednesdays or Thursdays. 4. Have all your info ready before you call. They'll ask for your SSN, claim number, and other details. 5. Be polite to the reps. They're overwhelmed too. 6. If one rep can't help, politely ask to speak to a tier 2 specialist. 7. Document everything. Write down who you talked to and what they said. 8. Check your spam folder regularly. Sometimes important emails end up there. 9. Join Facebook groups or Reddit communities for real-time updates and tips. 10. Consider contacting your local assembly member if you're really stuck. They can sometimes expedite things. Hope this helps someone! We're all in this together. 💪
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Amina Bah
This is gold! Thanks for sharing your experience. Saving this for future reference.
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Oliver Becker
Great advice! I'd add: make sure your contact info is up to date on your EDD account. I missed important updates because they had my old number.
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CosmicCowboy
The assembly member tip is legit. My case was stuck for months until I reached out to mine. Problem solved in a week!
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Natasha Orlova
Anyone else feel like they're trapped in a Kafka novel trying to deal with EDD? 📚🐛
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Javier Cruz
LOL, for real. I'm waiting for them to tell me I've been transformed into a giant bug next 🪲
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Emma Thompson
Kafka? More like a horror story. EDD is the monster that keeps coming back no matter how many times you think you've defeated it 😱
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