Need help reopening EDD unemployment claim - what to expect?

I found a way to solve reopening unemployment claim issues, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZ6wUN7vTf4

I just went through this last month. Here's what you need to do: • Call EDD and tell them clearly you need to reopen your claim • Have your previous claim info ready (dates, reason for closure) • Bring up any new circumstances that led to needing unemployment again • Ask about the timeline for reopening and when you can expect benefits • Make sure to ask if there's any additional documentation they need Be patient, the wait times can be brutal. Good luck!

ugh good luck. the EDD is a nightmare rn. i've been trying to get through for days 🤬

I found a way to actually 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

make sure you have all ur docs ready when u call. they always ask for weird stuff and if u dont have it, youll have to call back 🙄

Anyone else feel like the whole system is designed to make us give up? 🤡 It's like they WANT us to fail.

Pro tip: call right when they open. I got through in 10 mins last week!

Has anyone tried reopening online? Is it faster or should I just bite the bullet and call?

reminder: be nice to the EDD peeps when u get thru. theyre overworked af and being mean wont help ur case

Anyone know if the rules have changed recently? I heard something about new requirements but idk if its true

lol good luck. edd is where dreams go to die 💀