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Here's what I'd recommend: 1. Double-check you're using the correct username. Sometimes it's not your email. 2. Try clearing your browser cache and cookies. 3. Use a different browser or device if possible. 4. Check if your account is locked by trying to reset your password. If it won't let you, it might be locked. 5. Look for any emails from EDD in your inbox AND spam folder. 6. If all else fails, you'll need to contact EDD directly. Use the contact form on their website or try calling early in the morning. Hope this helps! Let us know if you get it figured out.
Thank you so much for the detailed advice! I'll give these a try and report back.
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Saving this comment for later. Solid advice right here 👌
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Anyone else feel like they need a degree in computer science just to navigate the EDD website? 🤔
For real! I'm convinced they make it confusing on purpose to discourage people from claiming benefits 🙄
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Nah, never attribute to malice what can be explained by incompetence. EDD's just a hot mess express 🚂💨
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I heard they're super backed up because of all the fraud cases they're dealing with. Doesn't help us tho 🙄
Have you tried reaching out on Twitter? Sometimes they respond faster there. Worth a shot!
Really? I'll give that a try. Thanks for the tip!
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anyone else feel like were living in a kafka novel? trying to get benefits is like trying to escape a maze thats constantly changing 🤔
LOL too real. I'm waiting for a giant bug to show up and tell me my claim is denied 🪲
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Hey OP, any update? Were you able to get back into your account?
Not yet, but I'm working through some of the suggestions here. Fingers crossed!
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lol edd is such a joke. been waiting 6 months for my appeal. might as well apply for social security at this point 🤡
MOOD. 😂 But for real, have you tried contacting your state rep? I've heard they can sometimes light a fire under EDD's a**.
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nah haven't tried that yet. might give it a shot tho. cant hurt right? 🤷♂️
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Has anyone else noticed that the appeal process seems to be moving slower lately? I filed mine 3 months ago and haven't heard a peep. Is this normal?
Yeah, I've noticed the same thing. I think they're swamped with all the fraud cases from last year. It's a mess.
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I heard they're understaffed and still working through a backlog. Doesn't make it any less frustrating though. 😑
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Have you tried calling early in the morning? I've had better luck getting through right when they open.
Honestly, at this point I'm bout ready to show up at their office in person. Anyone know where it is? 😅
Lol good luck with that. Probably easier to find Bigfoot 🤣
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🤣🤣🤣 you're probably right
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Here's what I've learned from my experience with family leave payments: • First, make sure all your paperwork is in order. Double-check that you've submitted everything they asked for. • Keep a log of all your interactions with the EDD. Note dates, times, and names of anyone you speak to. • If you haven't received any communication after 2-3 weeks, start following up. • Use multiple contact methods: phone, email, and even snail mail if necessary. • Be persistent but polite. The staff are often overworked and understaffed. • Consider reaching out to your local state representative or assemblymember. They often have liaisons who can help with EDD issues. • Join Facebook groups or forums dedicated to EDD issues. Sometimes you can get good tips there. • If all else fails, consider filing a formal complaint or appeal. Remember, the system is slow and often frustrating, but don't give up! You're entitled to your benefits.
Wow, thank you so much for this detailed response! This is really helpful. I'll definitely start working through this list.
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This should be pinned to the top of the subreddit tbh 💯
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lol welcome to the wonderful world of EDD 🤡 where nothing makes sense and the rules are made up
ain't that the truth 😭
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I feel your pain, OP. I've been dealing with EDD for months now. It's like they purposely make everything as difficult as possible 🙄 Hang in there!
Pro tip: if you cant find your EDDCAN, check your spam folder for emails from EDD. Sometimes their emails end up there and you might find your number in one of those messages.
Oh, good idea! I'll definitely check that. Thanks!
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Have you tried turning it off and on again? 😂 jk jk... but seriously, sometimes a good ol' restart can work wonders.
I had a similar issue and it turned out my account was locked due to too many failed login attempts. You might need to call them to unlock it.
Oh no, I hope that's not the case for me. Getting through on the phone is a nightmare!
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If you need to call, try that Claimyr service I mentioned earlier. It'll save you hours of hold time.
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Has anyone had success with hiring a lawyer for this kind of thing? I'm considering it but worried about the cost.
I used a lawyer for my appeal and won. Most work on contingency, so you only pay if you win. Might be worth looking into.
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Be careful with lawyers. Some will take advantage. Make sure to read reviews and get everything in writing before agreeing to anything.
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Just a heads up, I've heard EDD is really backed up right now due to all the fraud cases they're dealing with. Might take longer than usual to get this sorted out. Hang in there!
Christian Bierman
Here's what I've learned after dealing with EDD login issues for months: 1. Try accessing the site using a different browser or device. 2. Make sure your UI Online account hasn't been locked due to too many failed attempts. 3. Check if your BofA EDD debit card is active - sometimes account issues are linked. 4. If all else fails, you'll need to contact EDD directly. To reach EDD: - Call early in the morning (8:00 AM sharp) - Use the phone number ending in 5616 for UI questions - Be prepared with your SSN, claim info, and a list of any error messages you've seen If you still can't get through, consider using the AskEDD feature on their website to submit a question about account access. It's slower, but they usually respond within a few days. Hang in there, OP! The system is frustrating, but persistence pays off.
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Chad Winthrope
Wow, thank you so much for this detailed response! I'll definitely try these steps. Really appreciate you taking the time to share all this info 🙏
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Emma Olsen
This should be pinned at the top of the subreddit. So helpful!
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Lucas Lindsey
am i the only 1 who thinks its crazy we have to jump through all these hoops just to access our benefits? the whole system needs an overhaul smh
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Sophie Duck
Preach! 🙌 It's like they make it difficult on purpose
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Austin Leonard
For real. We're already stressed about being unemployed, and then we gotta deal with this nonsense? Not cool, EDD. Not cool at all.
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