EDD Benefits Rejected - Need Advice on Appeal Process

I found a way to solve benefits rejection appeal process, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1sMq7seNehc

Ugh, been there done that. The system is so broken 🤦‍♂️ Make sure you have EVERYTHING documented. And I mean EVERYTHING. Dates, times, who you talked to, what they said. It's a pain but it'll help your case.

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 about it: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ

Here's what you need to do: 1. Gather all your documents: pay stubs, termination letter, anything related to your work history. 2. Write a clear, concise appeal letter explaining why you believe the rejection was incorrect. 3. Submit your appeal ASAP - there's usually a deadline. 4. Keep calling and trying to speak with someone. Be persistent! 5. Consider getting legal aid if you can. Some nonprofits offer free help with unemployment cases. 6. Document EVERYTHING. Every call, every letter, every interaction. Stay strong, OP. The system sucks but don't give up!

have you tried going to your local office in person? sometimes face-to-face works better than phone calls

This happened to me last year. Turns out it was a stupid clerical error on their end. Took 3 months to sort out but I got backpay. Don't lose hope!

Anyone else feel like the whole system is designed to make us give up? 🤔