EDD Claim submitted 4 weeks ago - no response. What to do?

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Ugh, I feel your pain. I submitted my claim 6 weeks ago and still crickets. This waiting game is driving me nuts! 🤯

I actually found a way 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 about it: https://youtu.be/DOLxZQb92wM

4 weeks is actually not that bad in my experience. I had to wait 2 months before I heard anything back. The system is completely overwhelmed rn

Have you checked your online account? Sometimes they update the status there before sending any official communication.

I've been dealing with claims for over a year now, and here's what I've learned: 1. Be patient. The system is slow, but it (usually) works eventually. 2. Document everything. Keep copies of all your submissions and correspondence. 3. Check your online account regularly for updates. 4. If you haven't heard back after 6 weeks, start trying to contact them. 5. Consider reaching out to your local representative's office. They can sometimes help expedite things. 6. Join Facebook groups or forums specific to your state's unemployment system. They often have good tips and updates. Hang in there, OP. I know it's frustrating, but you're not alone in this!

anyone else feel like the whole system is designed to make us give up? 🤔

LPT: If you're having trouble getting through on the phone, try calling right at 7:59am. The lines open at 8, and you might get lucky and be first in queue.