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Need help filing new unemployment claim - what docs do I need?
Hey everyone, I need to file a new claim and I'm not sure where to start. I just finished my last job and I want to make sure I have all the right information before I call. Anyone have experience with this? What kind of documents do I need to have ready?
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EDD check misdelivered - what to do?
Hey everyone, I'm having an issue with my unemployment payment. I was supposed to receive a check, but it looks like it was misdelivered. Has anyone else dealt with this before? What should I do next? I'm getting worried because I really need that money.
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idk if this helps, but last time I had an issue, I reached out to my state representative's office. They have liaisons who can sometimes cut through the red tape faster than we can on our own.
This is actually really good advice. I did this once for a different government issue and it worked like a charm!
Need help filing EDD unemployment claim - what should I expect?
Hey everyone, I'm trying to file an unemployment claim and I'm feeling pretty lost. Has anyone gone through this process recently? Any tips or advice would be really appreciated. I'm not sure what to expect or if there's anything I should be preparing beforehand. Thanks in advance for any help!
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Quick question for anyone who knows - if I pick up some freelance work, do I have to report that? And will it affect my benefits?
Yes, you definitely need to report any income. It might reduce your benefits for that week, but you could still be eligible for partial payment.
Ah gotcha, thanks for the info!
PSA: Watch out for scams! There are a lot of people trying to take advantage of folks on unemployment. Never give out your personal info to anyone claiming to be from the unemployment office unless you're 100% sure it's legit.
This! My cousin almost got scammed last week. These people have no shame 😡
EDD account locked - can't access Family Paid Leave application. Help!
Hey everyone, I'm having a major issue with my EDD account. It's locked and I can't access it to complete my Family Paid Leave application. I even went to the local office and filled out some forms, but nothing's changed. I spoke to two reps there and they weren't much help. Anyone else dealing with this? Any advice on how to get this sorted out?
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have u tried turning it off and on again? 😂 jk jk... but seriously, sometimes clearing your browser cache and cookies can help with weird website issues. might be worth a shot?
Haha, if only it were that simple! But I'll give it a try, can't hurt right?
This is why we need a complete overhaul of the unemployment system. It's not just you, OP. Thousands of people are struggling with these issues every day. We need to put pressure on our representatives to fix this broken system!
Preach! 🙌 But good luck getting politicians to care about anything that doesn't line their pockets
Maybe we should start a petition or something? I'm so tired of hearing these horror stories
EDD Callback Hell: Waited All Day, Still No Answer - Help!
I've been trying to get through to the unemployment office since 9 AM this morning. It's now almost closing time and I still haven't gotten a callback. This is ridiculous! I've been waiting all day, and now I'm worried they're going to close before I can talk to anyone. Has anyone else experienced this? Any tips on how to actually get through to a real person?
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lol imagine thinking the government actually wants to help us 🤣🤣🤣
Cynical much? 🙄
just keeping it 💯 my dude
Dananyl Lear
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Ana Rusula
Wait, we have to PAY to talk to someone now? This system is so broken 😡
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Dananyl Lear
@profile 10 I get it, it's frustrating. But for me, paying $20 was better than wasting a whole day on hold. Just sharing what worked for me!
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Fidel Carson
dont 4get to ask about any additional programs u might qualify for. sometimes theres extra $$ available depending on ur situation
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