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?
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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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Sounds sketchy. Is it legit?
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$20 just to talk to someone? That's highway robbery!
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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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