EDD claim under review for 4 weeks, no payment yet. Can't get through on phone. Help!

I found a way to solve unemployment claim under review delays, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mHCtHZTdtMA

Ugh, I feel your pain. I've been in the same boat for almost 2 months now. It's like they're purposely making it impossible to get help. Have you tried emailing them? Sometimes that works better than calling.

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

Here's what I've learned after dealing with EDD for months: 1. Be persistent. Call every day if you have to. 2. Keep detailed records of all your attempts to contact them. 3. Reach out to your local assembly member. They can sometimes expedite claims. 4. Check your UI Online account regularly for updates. 5. Make sure all your documents are in order and uploaded correctly. 6. If you get through, be polite but firm. The person on the other end is probably overwhelmed too. 7. Consider using a paid service like others have mentioned if you're really stuck. Hang in there, OP. The system is broken, but don't give up!

have u tried faxing them? I know it sounds crazy but I heard it works sometimes lol

Im so sick of this. been waiting 3 months now. cant pay rent, cant buy food. EDD is literally ruining lives and noone seems to care

Pro tip: call right when they open. Like, start dialing at 7:59. Sometimes you can get through before the queue fills up.

Anyone else notice that the website is always "undergoing maintenance" when you actually need to use it? 🙄

Hey OP, what exactly does your claim status say? Sometimes the wording can give you a clue about what's holding things up.