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When can I reopen my unemployment claim? (Filed last January, can't get through on phone)
Hey everyone, I need some help with my unemployment claim. I filed last January, but I'm not sure when I can open it again this year. Does anyone know if there's a specific date or time frame I need to wait for? I tried calling the unemployment office, but I've been on hold forever and the music just cut out. Any advice would be really appreciated!
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EDD Replacement Checks Delayed - Need Help!
Hey everyone, I'm having trouble with my replacement checks from EDD. I requested them a while ago but still haven't received anything. Has anyone else experienced this? Any advice on how to speed up the process or what I should do next? I'm getting worried because I really need these funds.
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OP, how long has it been since you requested the replacement checks? Sometimes it can take up to 10 business days for them to process and mail them out.
It's been about 3 weeks now. I know they said it could take some time, but I'm getting really anxious about it.
Ah, gotcha. Yeah, that's definitely past the normal timeframe. Def try some of the other suggestions here, especially contacting your assemblymember.
Anyone else feel like the whole unemployment system is held together with duct tape and prayers? 🙏 It's 2023, why is this still so complicated?
For real tho. My grandma could design a better system and she still uses a flip phone 💀
Preach! 🙌 The government needs to get its act together and modernize this stuff already.
Help with staggered parental leave - case stuck in pending status
Hey everyone, I'm trying to figure out my parental leave case. It's currently in pending status and I'm not sure what to do next. I'm planning to take my leave in segments, but I'm confused about how to set that up. Has anyone gone through this process before? Any advice on how to handle staggered parental leave?
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lol good luck dealing with the bureaucracy. I swear they make it complicated on purpose 🙄
ikr? It's like they want us to give up and not take the leave we're entitled to 😤
Has anyone had luck getting their case out of pending status quickly? I've been waiting for weeks and I'm starting to panic...
Try calling first thing in the morning, like right when they open. Sometimes you can catch someone before the lines get crazy.
I emailed them every day until they responded. Squeaky wheel gets the grease and all that 🤷♂️
EDD PFL claim stuck in "Pending Processing" since 1/19 - Wrong dept callback & can't reach anyone online. Help!
I just had the most frustrating experience with EDD. I requested a callback for the PFL department and somehow got connected to Unemployment Insurance instead. Now I'm back to square one trying to get my PFL claim processed. It's been in "Pending Processing" status since mid-January, and I can't seem to get anyone online to help. Has anyone else dealt with this? Any tips on how to actually reach the right department?
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I'm in the same boat, been waiting since December. Starting to wonder if I should just give up and go back to work without the benefits. This is so stressful.
Don't give up! That's what they want. Keep fighting for what you're entitled to. We're all rooting for you! 💪
Has anyone tried showing up in person at an EDD office? I'm considering camping out overnight if that's what it takes to get this resolved.
I tried that last month. They just gave me a paper form and told me to mail it in. Total waste of time. 🙄
Ugh, seriously? That's so frustrating. Thanks for saving me a trip.
PFL claim stuck in "Pending Processing" for a month, no payment received. Help!
Has anyone else been waiting forever for their PFL claim to be processed? I submitted mine online over a month ago and it's still stuck in "Pending Processing" status. I can't get through to anyone on the phone or online to help. It's been a month and I haven't received any payment. This is so frustrating! Any advice on how to get this moving?
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have u checked ur claim status online? sometimes it updates there b4 they notify u
Yeah, I check it obsessively lol. Still says "Pending Processing" 😩
I'm an EDD employee (not official capacity here). The system is super backed up right now due to budget cuts and increased claims. We're doing our best, but it's tough. My advice: make sure all your docs are in order and keep trying to reach out. Sorry you're dealing with this. 😕
Thanks for the insider perspective. Must be rough on your end too. Any tips for getting through the phone system?
Honestly, early mornings are usually best. Like right when we open. But it's still a crapshoot.
Omar Hassan
Hey OP, just a heads up - make sure you've been certifying for benefits regularly, even if you're not currently receiving them. It can affect your ability to reopen the claim smoothly.
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Yara Nassar
AuthorOh shoot, I didn't know that. Thanks for the tip!
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Chloe Taylor
Anyone else feel like we need a support group for dealing with unemployment stress? This stuff is seriously anxiety-inducing 😰
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ShadowHunter
Omg yes please. I'm losing sleep over this nonsense
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Diego Ramirez
Count me in. We could all use some moral support through this mess.
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