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EDD Disability claim stuck for 6+ weeks - no status update or funds. What to do?

Hey everyone, I'm really frustrated with my disability claim. It's been over 6 weeks since I filed and there's still no update on the website. No status, no funds, nothing. Has anyone else experienced this? Any advice on what I should do next?

Tom Maxon

I found a way to solve long disability claim delays, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wd6E-xtas_I

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Chris King

Ugh, I feel your pain. I was in the same boat a few months ago. The system is so broken 🤦‍♂️ Have you tried calling them? It's a nightmare, but sometimes it's the only way to get answers.

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Amelia Cartwright

I've tried calling but can never get through. It's like they don't want us to reach them 😤

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Rachel Clark

Pro tip: call right when they open. I got through after only 30 minutes on hold that way!

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Chris King

Good idea! I'll have to try that next time. Beats waiting for hours only to get disconnected 🙄

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Zachary Hughes

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. Check out this video: https://youtu.be/Ize0EkN4HDI

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Mia Alvarez

Sounds too good to be true. Has anyone else tried this?

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Carter Holmes

Idk man, paying to talk to a government agency? Seems sketchy af 🤔

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Zachary Hughes

I get the skepticism, but it seriously saved me hours of frustration. Worth every penny imo

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Sophia Long

How does it actually work? Do they just keep calling until they get through?

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Zachary Hughes

Yeah, basically. They have a system that navigates the phone tree and waits on hold. When a real person picks up, it calls you. No more mind-numbing hold music! 🎵🚫

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Angelica Smith

Here's what you need to do: 1. Document everything. Keep a log of all your attempts to contact them. 2. Send a written request for status update via certified mail. 3. Contact your local state representative. They can often help push things along. 4. If all else fails, file a complaint with the state insurance commissioner. Stay persistent! The squeaky wheel gets the grease in these situations.

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Amelia Cartwright

Wow, thank you so much for this detailed advice! I'll definitely start with the written request and go from there.

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Logan Greenburg

This is solid advice. I'd add: join Facebook groups for disability claimants in your state. They often have insider tips and can alert you to system issues.

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Charlotte Jones

have u checked ur spam folder? sometimes the notifications end up there lol

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Lucas Bey

6 weeks? That's nothing. I've been waiting for 4 months now. The whole system is a joke. 🤡

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Harper Thompson

Seriously? 4 months?! That's insane. How are you managing?

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Lucas Bey

Barely. Living off credit cards and help from family. It's a nightmare.

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Caleb Stark

I heard they're super backlogged because of covid still. Might be why it's taking so long. Hang in there!

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Jade O'Malley

Pro tip: if you can get through to someone, ask for a tier 2 specialist. They have more power to actually fix issues and push claims through.

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Amelia Cartwright

Thanks for the tip! I'll definitely try that if I can ever get someone on the phone.

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Hunter Edmunds

have you tried checking your claim status online? sometimes the website has more info than what they tell you on the phone

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Amelia Cartwright

Yeah, I've been checking obsessively. Still nothing 😞

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