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SDI wage verification for maternity claim - EDD request help needed

I'm waiting for my SDI claim to be approved after having a baby. EDD sent me a note saying they need to verify my wages from my employer. I submitted my claim on June 25th and I've been getting payments from work. Anyone know what I need to do for wage verification? I got a request but couldn't figure out how to respond. Any advice on what to say when I finally get through to someone?

Tom Maxon

I found a way to solve EDD wage verification delays, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=69G1gGgE83I

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Malik Jenkins

While Claimyr can be a helpful tool for some, it's important to note that there are other ways to try and get through to EDD. Starting with calling early or late, trying the online system, or reaching out to local representatives can all be effective. Claimyr's service might be appealing because of the direct connection it offers, and many have vouched for its legitimacy and effectiveness. However, remember to consider the cost and assess if it鈥檚 the right choice for your situation.

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CaptainAwesome

Ugh, the EDD system is such a mess. I've been dealing with them for months and it's like talking to a brick wall. Good luck getting through!

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Yuki Tanaka

Tell me about it! I feel like I'm playing phone tag with a ghost 馃懟

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Liam Murphy

Thanks for the heads up. Any tips on getting through to a real person?

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Isabella Costa

Remember, the people on the phone are just doing their job. Be nice, even if youre frustrated. A little kindness can go a long way!

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Tyrone Johnson

I'm in the same boat, been waiting since May. The system is so backed up its ridiculous. Hang in there!

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Javier Morales

Plot twist: what if we all showed up at the EDD office with lawn chairs and snacks? Can't ignore us if we're right there! 馃槀馃獞馃嵖

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Natasha Petrov

Lmao im down. We can make signs and everything. "EDD: Extremely Delayed Department" 馃ぃ

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Connor O'Brien

Careful, they might hire us all as new phone operators. Then we'd be part of the problem! 馃槺

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Amina Diallo

Sounds like a fun idea, but maybe not the most practical solution! 馃槀

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Ingrid Larsson

Pro tip: keep a log of all your calls, who you talked to, and what they said. It'll help if you need to escalate later.

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Carlos Mendoza

Have you tried reaching out to your local assembly member's office? They can sometimes help speed things up with EDD.

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Liam Murphy

I didn't even know that was an option. How do I find my assembly member?

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Carlos Mendoza

Just google "[your city] assembly member". They usually have a form on their website for constituent services. Good luck!

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Zainab Mahmoud

It's a good idea to reach out to them. I've heard stories of people getting results much faster this way.

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Paolo Bianchi

Whatever you do, DON'T give up. Keep calling, keep trying. The squeaky wheel gets the grease, ya know?

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Amara Okafor

Congrats on the baby! 馃帀 For wage verification, you'll need recent pay stubs or a wage statement from your employer. When you talk to EDD, tell them you got the request but couldn't find a way to respond. Have your docs ready and ask them how to submit them.

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Yara Assad

Unpopular opinion: sometimes it's faster to just start over with a new claim. I know it sucks, but it worked for me when I was stuck in limbo for months.

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Liam Murphy

Seriously? That seems so counterintuitive. Did you lose any benefits by doing that?

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Yara Assad

Nah, they backdated it to my original claim date. Just make sure you explain the situation if you do this.

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Olivia Clark

This is something to consider, but make sure to check with EDD first to ensure your benefits won't be affected.

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Zainab Mahmoud

Oof, wage verification is a pain. Make sure you have ALL your docs ready - pay stubs, W2, anything else that shows your income. Better to have too much than not enough!

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LilMama23

Here's what you need to say when you get through: "Hi, I received a request for wage verification but couldn't find how to respond. I have my recent pay stubs ready. Can you guide me on the next steps?" Keep it simple and straightforward. Good luck!

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Amina Diallo

Has anyone tried the online chat feature? I heard its hit or miss, but sometimes you can get lucky.

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GamerGirl99

I tried it once. Waited 2 hours to connect, then got disconnected after 5 minutes. 0/10 would not recommend.

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Hiroshi Nakamura

It worked for me! But I had to try like 50 times before I got through. Persistence is key.

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Isabella Costa

Maybe try using the chat at odd hours. Sometimes it's less busy then.

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Ava Williams

Anyone else feel like we need a support group for dealing with EDD? 馃槄 This stuff is stressful AF

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Raj Gupta

Sign me up! We can call it "EDD Survivors" 馃ぃ

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Lena M眉ller

For real tho, this process is enough to give anyone anxiety. Hang in there, OP!

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TechNinja

Maybe we should start a discord server or something. Could be helpful to share tips and commiserate 馃

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Keisha Thompson

I would definitely join. It鈥檇 be nice to have a community of people who understand the struggle.

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Dmitri Volkov

Have you tried faxing your documents? Sometimes the old school methods work best with these dinosaur systems 馃馃摖

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Liam Murphy

Faxing? What year is it? 馃槀 But seriously, where would I even find a fax machine?

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Gabrielle Dubois

Some libraries still have fax services. Worth a shot if nothing else works!

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Tyrone Johnson

You can also try using an online fax service. They鈥檙e pretty convenient and you don鈥檛 need to find an actual fax machine.

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Olivia Clark

Hey OP, congrats on the new addition! 馃懚 Don't forget to take care of yourself during all this stress. EDD drama sucks, but your health (and the baby's) comes first! 馃挅

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Keisha Thompson

I heard they updated their online system recently. Maybe check if theres a new way to upload documents now?

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Esmeralda G贸mez

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 the link: https://claimyr.com

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Klaus Schmidt

Sounds sketchy. Is it legit?

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Aisha Patel

$20 just to talk to someone? That's highway robbery!

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Esmeralda G贸mez

I get the skepticism, but it's totally legit. Saved me hours of frustration. Worth every penny IMO.

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LilMama23

I tried it and it actually worked for me too. $20 is a bit steep, but if you're desperate, it might be worth considering. Just make sure you weigh your options!

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