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EDD website keeps saying 'closed' when trying to file new unemployment claim - help!
Hey everyone, I'm having trouble filing a new unemployment claim. The system keeps saying it's closed when I try to enroll. Has anyone else run into this issue? Any tips on how to get it working?
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EDD $810 overpayment conflicting with disability case - need advice ASAP
I'm in a tough spot with unemployment and disability. I got overpaid $810 by unemployment, and now it's messing up my disability case. I need to get this fixed ASAP. Has anyone dealt with something similar? Any advice on how to handle this when I talk to the unemployment department?
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Plot twist: what if we all just stopped paying taxes until they fix this broken system? 🤔 (jk don't come for me IRS
Lmao imagine if we actually did tho 👀
EDD missed my scheduled 1-3pm appointment yesterday. No call, no update. What now?
I applied for unemployment and they gave me an appointment yesterday from 1-3 pm but no one called. I'm trying to find out the status of my claim. Has anyone else had this happen? What should I do now?
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Anyone else notice that the EDD seems to be getting worse instead of better? You'd think after all this time they'd have figured out how to handle the volume by now. SMH
For real tho. It's like they're stuck in the stone age or smthn. How hard is it to upgrade their systems? 🙄
I heard they're still using computers from the 80s. No wonder everything's so slow!
EDD Overpayment of $810 due to Unemployment/Disability overlap - How to fix?
Hey everyone, I'm in a bit of a pickle with unemployment and disability. Apparently, there's been an overpayment of $810 due to some overlap between unemployment and disability benefits. The disability office thinks I've been overpaid, but I'm pretty sure the error is actually on the unemployment side. I've only gotten notices from disability so far. I need to explain this mess to the unemployment department and get it sorted out ASAP because it's messing with my disability case. Any advice on how to handle this? Has anyone dealt with something similar?
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This happened to my cousin last year. Turns out there was a glitch in the system that didn't register her switch from unemployment to disability properly. Took forever to fix but they eventually sorted it out. Hang in there!
Oh wow, that's interesting. Did she have to do anything special to get them to discover the glitch?
She had to be super persistent. Called like every other day and eventually got to someone in IT who looked deeper into it. Squeaky wheel gets the grease and all that
EDD Disability: Approved 3 months ago, still no payments. Help!
I filed for disability benefits a few months ago and got approved, but I still haven't received any payments. It's been three months now and I'm getting worried. Has anyone else experienced long delays like this? Any advice on how to speed things up or what I should do next?
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Not to be that guy, but have you tried faxing them? I know it sounds archaic, but I got a response within a week after sending a fax. Might be worth a shot!
Faxing? What year is it, 1995? 🤣 But hey, if it works, it works!
Lol I know right? But seriously, sometimes the old school methods cut through the digital clutter.
NeonNova
Okay, let me drop some knowledge here. I've been dealing with EDD for years (unfortunately), so here's a comprehensive guide to troubleshoot your issue: 1. Clear your browser cache and cookies. This solves 90% of issues. 2. Try a different browser. Sometimes Chrome works when Firefox doesn't, or vice versa. 3. Use incognito/private mode. This can bypass some weird caching issues. 4. Check your internet connection. A unstable connection can cause timeouts. 5. Disable any ad-blockers or VPNs temporarily. 6. Try a different device if possible (phone vs. computer). 7. If all else fails, call them directly. Yes, it's a pain, but sometimes it's necessary. Remember, persistence is key. The system is overloaded, so keep trying at different times. Early morning (like 5-6 AM) or late night (after 10 PM) often works best. If you're still stuck, consider reaching out to your local assemblymember or state senator. They often have dedicated staff to help with EDD issues. Good luck, and don't give up! 💪
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Dylan Campbell
This is gold! 🏆 Thanks for taking the time to write all this out. Saving this for future reference.
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Sofia Hernandez
Great advice! I'd add one more thing: document EVERYTHING. Keep a log of when you tried to file, what errors you got, who you talked to on the phone, etc. It can be super helpful if you need to escalate your case.
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Dmitry Kuznetsov
am i the only 1 who thinks its weird that we have to jump through all these hoops just to get benefits we're entitled to? 🤔 system's broken yo
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Ava Thompson
Preach! 🙌 It's like they're trying to discourage us from claiming. Stay strong, know your rights!
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