EDD benefits check - stuck in limbo. Any tips to actually reach someone?

I found a way to solve EDD unemployment benefits access issues, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H-e8SlRN59A

Ugh, I feel your pain. The EDD system is a nightmare rn. I spent hours trying to get through last week. My advice? Keep calling and pray for a miracle 🙏

Pro tip: call right when they open at 8 AM. I got through after only 30 minutes on hold that way. Good luck!

I found a method that actually works 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 a video explaining it: https://youtu.be/Ize0EkN4HDI

Have you tried checking your benefits online? Sometimes the website has more info than you'd expect. Just gotta dig around a bit.

Listen up, folks. I've been dealing with EDD for months now, and here's what I've learned: • Always check your online account first. Sometimes issues resolve themselves without you even knowing. • If you must call, use the trick of pressing # immediately after the automated message starts. It might get you to a human faster. • Be prepared with all your info before you call. They'll ask for your SSN, claim ID, and probably your firstborn child 🙄 • If you're not getting anywhere, ask to speak to a tier 2 specialist. They have more authority to fix issues. • Document EVERYTHING. Get the name of who you spoke to and when. • If all else fails, contact your local assembly member's office. They can sometimes work miracles. Hope this helps someone. We're all in this mess together!

Anyone else notice how the EDD seems to be getting worse instead of better? Like, shouldn't they have figured this out by now? 🤦‍♂️

Hey OP, what specific issue are you having with your benefits? Might be able to give more targeted advice if we know what's going on.