EDD claim still pending, no payment received. How long did yours take?
Hey everyone, I'm really frustrated. My unemployment claim is still pending and I haven't received any payment yet. Has anyone else experienced this? How long did it take for your claim to be processed? I'm starting to worry about bills piling up.
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Caleb Stark
Ugh, I feel you. I was in the same boat a few months ago. Have you checked if there are any missing documents or identity verification issues? That's what held mine up for weeks.
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Harper Thompson
•Thanks for the tip. I'll double-check my account to see if there's anything missing. How long did it take for yours to get resolved once you figured out the issue?
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Caleb Stark
•It took about 2 weeks after I uploaded the missing docs. But I've heard it can vary. Hang in there!
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Jade O'Malley
•2 weeks? You got lucky! Mine took over a month even after I sent everything in. The system is so backed up rn 😫
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Hunter Edmunds
I found a way to actually 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
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Ella Lewis
•Sounds too good to be true. Has anyone else tried this? $20 seems steep just to make a phone call.
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Hunter Edmunds
•I know it sounds crazy, but it really worked for me. I was skeptical too, but after weeks of not getting through, it was worth it. The $20 was nothing compared to finally getting my claim sorted.
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Andrew Pinnock
•How long did you have to wait once the call was transferred to you? I'm considering trying this but worried I'll still end up waiting forever.
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Hunter Edmunds
•It took about 2 hours total, but I didn't have to actively wait on hold. The service called me when an agent was ready. Way better than wasting a whole day redialing!
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Brianna Schmidt
Have you tried reaching out to your local state representative? Sometimes they can help push things along with EDD. It's worth a shot!
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Alexis Renard
lol welcome to the club 🤡 ive been waiting 3 months now. EDD is a joke
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Camila Jordan
•3 months?! That's insane. Have you tried calling them?
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Alexis Renard
•every. single. day. can never get thru tho 😤
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Tyler Lefleur
Here's what I've learned after dealing with EDD for the past year: 1. Always check your UI Online account for any pending tasks or messages. 2. Make sure all your information is up to date, especially your contact details. 3. If you have any changes in your employment status, report them immediately. 4. Keep detailed records of all your job search activities. 5. If your claim is pending for more than 3 weeks, start calling persistently. 6. Consider reaching out to your local assembly member or state senator for help. 7. Join Facebook groups or forums dedicated to EDD issues - sometimes you can get good tips there. 8. If all else fails, file an appeal. It's a hassle, but it can sometimes kickstart the process. Remember, persistence is key. Don't give up!
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Harper Thompson
•Wow, thank you so much for this detailed advice! I'll definitely start working through this list. Really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.
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Madeline Blaze
•This should be pinned at the top of the subreddit tbh. So helpful!
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Max Knight
anyone else feel like the whole system is designed to make us give up? 🤔
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Emma Swift
•100% 💯 They hope we'll just go away if they make it hard enough
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Isabella Tucker
•Nah, I think they're just overwhelmed and underfunded. Still sucks for us tho
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Jayden Hill
Pro tip: if you can't get through on the main line, try calling right when they open or just before they close. Sometimes you can catch a break in the queue.
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NebulaNomad
I'm going through the exact same thing right now! Filed my claim 6 weeks ago and still nothing. The waiting is killing me financially. I've been trying to call every day but can never get through. It's so frustrating when you need the money to survive and there's just radio silence from EDD. Has anyone had any luck with the online chat feature, or is that just as useless as the phone system?
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MidnightRider
•I feel your pain! 6 weeks is way too long. From what I've seen in this thread, the online chat is pretty much useless - most people say it just gives you generic responses or disconnects. Your best bet seems to be either that calling service @Hunter Edmunds mentioned though ($20 is steep or) following @Tyler Lefleur s checklist'above. Have you checked if there are any pending verification issues in your UI Online account? That seems to be a common holdup.
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