Unpopular opinion: maybe we should all just give up on EDD and start our own underground economy. Who's with me? 🏴‍☠️

Has anyone else noticed that the pending weeks seem to be happening more frequently lately? I wonder if there's been a change in their system or if they're just overwhelmed with claims again.

I've been on unemployment for 6 months now and tbh I'm kinda worried about what happens when it runs out. Anyone else feeling anxious about the future?

I heard if you press 2-4-1 in the phone menu you get through faster. Can anyone confirm?

have u tried turning it off and on again? 🤣

Pro tip: if u get through to someone who cant help, ask them to transfer u to a tier 2 specialist. They have more authority to fix issues.

Here's a detailed breakdown of what you can try: 1. Double-check all your contact info on file. Sometimes they have old email addresses. 2. Call first thing in the morning, right when they open. Be prepared to wait. 3. Use the online portal if available. Sometimes you can upload documents directly. 4. If you have a case number, include it in ALL communications. 5. Reach out to your local unemployment office, not just the main state office. 6. Consider contacting your state representative or senator's office for help. 7. Join local unemployment support groups on Facebook or Reddit. Sometimes they have insider tips. 8. If all else fails, consider legal aid. Some offer free consultations for unemployment issues. Remember, document EVERYTHING. Every call, email, and interaction. It might come in handy later.

I'm telling you, it's a conspiracy to keep us poor and desperate. They make it so hard on purpose so people just give up. Stay strong and keep fighting!

Guys, I'm seriously considering hiring one of those unemployment lawyers. Anyone have experience with this?

Okay, let me break this down for y'all. I've been through this rodeo before and here's what I've learned: 1. Timing is key: Try calling at off-peak hours. Early morning (right when they open) or late afternoon (about an hour before closing) tend to have shorter wait times. 2. Use the right number: Make sure you're calling the claims filing number, not the general info line. 3. Be persistent: Sometimes you gotta call multiple times a day for several days. It sucks, but that's the reality. 4. Have all your info ready: When you do get through, you don't want to be scrambling for your SSN or employment history. 5. Consider alternative contact methods: Some states have online chat options or callback requests. Check your state's EDD website for these. 6. Reach out to your local rep: As someone mentioned, they can sometimes help expedite things. 7. Document everything: Keep a log of when you call, who you speak to, and what they tell you. This can be helpful if you need to escalate later. Remember, the system is overwhelmed right now, so patience is key. Hang in there, y'all. We're all in this together. 💪

I feel ya, buddy. Been there, done that. The waiting game is the worst. Have you tried calling first thing in the morning? Like, right when they open?

I found a method to 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 the URL: https://claimyr.com

Has anyone tried faxing the documents? I heard sometimes that's faster than mailing them.

Protip: While you're waiting for the name change to process, make sure you're still certifying for benefits under your current name. Don't want to miss out on any payments!

Have you tried calling early in the morning? I heard that's the best time to get through. Also, keep hitting 0 or # during the automated menu. Sometimes that'll get you to a real person faster.

Ugh, the waiting game is the worst. Have you tried reaching out through their online portal? Sometimes you can get a response there faster than by phone.

I'm in the same boat, filed last week and still waiting. This waiting game is killing me. Bills don't wait for EDD to get their act together 😫

Has anyone tried faxing EDD? I know it sounds ancient, but I've heard some people have had success that way. Might be worth a shot if you're really stuck.

Have you tried reaching out to your local representative? Sometimes they can help push things along.

This whole system is a joke. They need to hire more people or fix their damn phone lines. We're all just trying to survive here. 😤