EDD nightmare: No documentation letter received, 4 weeks unpaid, can't reach anyone. Help!

Ugh, I feel your pain. The unemployment system is a total mess right now. Have you tried contacting them through their online portal or email? Sometimes that works better than calling.

I found a way to actually get someone on the phone! I used this site called claimyr.com - it's a calling tool that dials through the phone menu, stays on hold, and then connects you when a live agent picks up. It costs $20, but it worked for me. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/Ize0EkN4HDI

Here's what you need to do: 1. Document everything. Keep a log of all your calls, emails, and attempts to contact them. 2. Reach out to your local state representative or senator. They often have staff dedicated to helping constituents with unemployment issues. 3. If you haven't already, file an appeal for the weeks you haven't been paid. This creates a paper trail. 4. Check if there are any local legal aid organizations that can help with unemployment issues. 5. Keep checking your online account daily for any updates or new messages. 6. If all else fails, consider contacting local media. Sometimes public pressure can get things moving. Remember, persistence is key. Don't give up!

have u tried faxing them? I know it sounds crazy but I got a response within 2 days after faxing my docs

I'm in the same boat, been waiting 6 weeks now with no payment. This system is beyond broken.

Pro tip: call right when they open. I got through after only 30 minutes on hold last week. Good luck!

Anyone else notice how they always 'send' stuff but we never receive it? 🤔 Starting to think these letters are as real as my chances of ever buying a house

Honestly, at this point I'm convinced the entire unemployment office is just one very overwhelmed person named Greg trying his best with an old Dell computer from 2003