EDD Unpaid Leave: Can't Reach Anyone - Help!
Hey everyone, I'm dealing with some unpaid leave issues and need to contact EDD. Has anyone had any luck getting through to them lately? I've been trying for days and can't seem to reach a real person. Any tips or tricks would be appreciated!
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Luca Ferrari
Ugh, I feel your pain. I've been trying to get through to EDD for weeks about my unpaid leave claim. It's like they're purposely making it impossible to talk to a human being. 🤬
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Nia Davis
•Same here! Its so frustrating. I've tried calling at different times of the day, but no luck. Anyone know if there's a secret best time to call?
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Mateo Martinez
•I heard early morning right when they open is best, but tbh I've had no luck either way. The system is broken af 😤
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Luca Ferrari
•Yeah, I've tried the early morning thing too. No dice. It's like playing the lottery, except the prize is just talking to someone who might be able to help. 🙄
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QuantumQueen
Listen up, 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. Check out this video for more info: https://youtu.be/DOLxZQb92wM
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Aisha Rahman
•Sounds too good to be true. Has anyone else tried this? I'm desperate but don't wanna get scammed.
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Ethan Wilson
•20 bucks? That's highway robbery! The government should make this service free smh
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QuantumQueen
•I get the skepticism, but it seriously worked for me. After weeks of trying, I finally got through. The $20 was worth it to get my claim sorted. Just sharing what worked for me 🤷♂️
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Yuki Sato
Have you tried reaching out to your local assembly member's office? They sometimes have direct lines to EDD and can help push your case through. It's worth a shot!
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Carmen Flores
OK, here's my comprehensive guide to dealing with EDD for unpaid leave issues: 1. Document everything: Keep a log of all your calls, emails, and attempts to contact EDD. 2. Use the online portal: Sometimes you can get more done through their website than by phone. 3. Be persistent: Call multiple times a day if you have to. 4. Know your rights: Familiarize yourself with California's paid family leave laws. 5. Reach out to your employer: They might be able to help or provide necessary documentation. 6. Consider using a paid service: As mentioned above, there are services that can help you get through (but be cautious). 7. Contact your local representatives: They can sometimes intervene on your behalf. 8. Join social media groups: There are Facebook groups dedicated to EDD issues where people share tips. 9. Be prepared: Have all your information ready when you do get through. 10. Stay calm: It's frustrating, but remember the person on the other end is just doing their job. Hope this helps someone! We're all in this together. 💪
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Andre Dubois
•This is gold! Thanks for taking the time to write all this out. Saving this for future reference.
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CyberSamurai
•Great advice! I'd add: if you do get through, ask for a direct number or extension for follow-ups. Sometimes they'll give you one!
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Zoe Alexopoulos
Am I the only one who thinks its ridiculous that we have to jump through all these hoops just to access a service our taxes pay for? The whole system needs an overhaul.
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Jamal Carter
•Preach! 🙌 It's a joke. They make it so hard on purpose, I swear.
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Mei Liu
•Totally agree. We need to start contacting our representatives about this. It's not okay.
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Liam O'Donnell
Has anyone had any luck with the EDD's virtual assistant on their website? I've been trying to use it but it seems pretty limited in what it can actually help with.
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Amara Nwosu
•LOL that thing is useless. It's like talking to a brick wall that occasionally spits out links to FAQs 🤣
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AstroExplorer
•I actually managed to get some basic info from it, but yeah, for anything complex you're SOL
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Giovanni Moretti
Quick question - does anyone know if unpaid leave affects your future unemployment benefits? I'm worried about taking it but I might not have a choice.
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Fatima Al-Farsi
•From what I understand, it shouldn't affect your unemployment eligibility as long as you're still technically employed. But don't quote me on that, EDD rules are confusing af
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Dylan Cooper
Just wanted to say hang in there, OP. I know how stressful this can be. Sending good vibes your way! ❤️
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