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Here's what you need to know about extended benefits: • They're only available when unemployment is high in your state • You must have exhausted your regular unemployment insurance • Your benefit amount might be different from your regular UI • You'll need to continue certifying for benefits weekly • They may ask about your job search efforts Be prepared to answer questions about why you think you qualify. Have you been actively looking for work? Did you turn down any job offers? These things can affect your eligibility. Also, keep in mind that the rules for extended benefits can change based on state and federal laws. What was true a few months ago might not be the case now. Good luck with your call! Let us know how it goes.
idk if this helps, but I had a similar issue last year. Turns out they had my birthdate wrong in the system which flagged my account for review. Might be worth double-checking all your personal info is correct.
Anyone else notice that the EDD website is down... again? 🙄 How are we supposed to check our claim status if the site never works?
I'm in the same boat as OP, finally got through yesterday! Here's what worked for me: - Call right at 8:01 AM - If you get the "too many callers" message, hang up and redial immediately - Use the 2511 number and press 1, then 2, then 4 - Have all your info ready (SSN, claim date, last employer, etc.) - Be super nice to the rep, they deal with angry people all day Hope this helps someone else! Don't give up, you'll get through eventually!
Zane Hernandez
have u tried sending a fax? I know it sounds old school but sometimes it works when nothing else does
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Olivia Evans
•A fax? What year is it? 😂 But seriously, I'll try anything at this point. Thanks for the suggestion!
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Genevieve Cavalier
Not to be that guy, but have you checked their website? Sometimes they post system outage updates there. Might save you some time if their whole system is down.
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