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EDD Disability Refund Delay - How Long & Decoding Confusing Letters?

Hey everyone, I filed for disability a while back and I've been waiting on my refund. Anyone know how long it usually takes to get the money? I got some letters from EDD but I'm not sure what they mean. Any advice on how to understand all this paperwork?

Connor Byrne

Ugh, the waiting game with EDD is the worst! 😫 I've been there. Typically, refunds take about 5-10 business days to process once they're issued. But the real question is, when did they actually issue it? Have you checked your EDD account online?

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Zainab Abdulrahman

Thanks for the info! I haven't checked my online account recently. Guess I should do that first 🤦‍♂️

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Yara Elias

Def check online! Sometimes they update there before sending anything in the mail. Good luck!

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QuantumQuasar

Online account is key! But be prepared, their website can be a real 🤡 show sometimes lol

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Keisha Jackson

Those EDD letters can be confusing af. What exactly do they say? Maybe we can help decode the bureaucrat-speak for you.

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Zainab Abdulrahman

They're talking about my claim status and some benefit calculations. It's all numbers and codes, makes my head spin 😵‍💫

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Keisha Jackson

Ah, classic EDD. Okay, look for any mentions of 'approved' or 'pending'. Those are usually the key words. If you see a bunch of numbers, those are probably your benefit amounts.

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Paolo Moretti

I found a way to actually get someone on the phone at EDD! 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 a video explaining it: https://youtu.be/Ize0EkN4HDI

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Amina Diop

Sounds too good to be true. Is this legit? Anyone else tried it?

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Paolo Moretti

100% legit. I was skeptical too, but it saved me hours of hold time. Worth every penny imo

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Oliver Weber

20 bucks to skip the hold? Sign me up! 🙌 EDD's hold music was driving me insane

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Natasha Romanova

Pro tip: Keep a detailed log of all your interactions with EDD. Dates, times, who you talked to, what they said. It'll save your butt if theres ever a dispute.

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NebulaNinja

Have you tried reaching out to your local assembly member's office? They can sometimes help speed things up with EDD. Worth a shot if you're stuck!

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Zainab Abdulrahman

I didn't even know that was an option! How do I find my assembly member?

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NebulaNinja

Just google '[your city] California assembly member'. Their office should have a constituent services department that can help with state agency issues like EDD.

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Javier Gomez

Okay, let's break this down: 1. Refunds: Usually take 5-10 business days after being issued. 2. EDD Letters: Often confusing, but important. Look for key words like 'approved', 'pending', or 'denied'. 3. Online Account: Always check this first. It's usually more up-to-date than mailed info. 4. Contacting EDD: Notoriously difficult. Try early mornings or use a call service if you're desperate. 5. Assembly Member: Can be a great resource for speeding things up. 6. Documentation: Keep records of EVERYTHING. Remember, the disability claim process can be slow. If it's been more than a few weeks since you filed and you haven't heard anything, definitely follow up. Don't be afraid to be persistent!

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Zainab Abdulrahman

Wow, this is super helpful! Thanks for breaking it down like this. I'll definitely be more proactive about checking my online account and keeping records.

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Emma Wilson

This should be pinned to the top of the subreddit tbh 💯

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Malik Thomas

anyone else feel like the whole system is designed to make us give up? 🤔 like they make it so complicated on purpose

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Isabella Oliveira

Preach! 🙌 It's a bureaucratic maze designed to frustrate us into submission

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Ravi Kapoor

Nah, I think it's just underfunded and outdated. Never attribute to malice what can be explained by incompetence lol

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