EDD wrongly denied benefits, confusing residuals with full-time work. Help!

I found a way to solve EDD residual payment confusion issues, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mfOMHE-Di9c

Ugh, that sucks! EDD can be so clueless sometimes. I had a similar issue with freelance work I did ages ago. Have you tried explaining to them what residuals actually are? Sometimes you gotta break it down for them like they're five 🙄

I found a way to actually get someone on the phone at EDD. 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 documentation related to your residuals. This includes contracts, payment statements, and anything showing when the work was actually performed. 2. Write a clear, concise letter explaining what residuals are and how they differ from current employment. Include dates of when the work was done. 3. File an appeal immediately if you haven't already. You usually have 30 days from the date of the denial. 4. In your appeal, clearly state that residuals are not indicative of current work and provide your documentation. 5. If possible, get a statement from your union or guild explaining how residuals work in your industry. 6. Consider seeking help from a workers' rights organization or an employment lawyer who understands entertainment industry pay structures. 7. Be persistent. You may need to explain this multiple times to different people at EDD. Remember, you're not alone in this. The system often struggles with non-traditional employment situations. Stay calm and keep pushing for your rights!

man, the EDD is such a joke. they cant even understand basic stuff like residuals? our tax dollars at work, folks! 🤡

Have you considered reaching out to your local state representative? Sometimes they can help cut through the red tape with government agencies.

This happened to me too! It took forever to sort out. Hang in there, OP. The system is broken but you'll get through it eventually.

idk much about residuals but could you maybe ask your old employer to write a letter explaining the situation? might help clear things up with EDD

edd needs to get with the times fr. so many ppl have non-traditional income now. they need to update their systems or were all gonna be in this same boat 🚢

I went through something similar with residuals from old commercial work. What helped me was getting a letter from SAG-AFTRA explaining how residual payments work - basically that they're for work performed in the past, not current employment. If you're in a union or guild, they might be able to provide documentation that EDD will actually understand. Also, make sure to emphasize in your appeal that these payments are sporadic and unpredictable, not regular wages from active employment. The key is being super clear about the timeline - when you did the work vs when you're receiving payments.

I'm dealing with a similar situation right now! EDD seems to have zero understanding of how creative industry payments work. What's really frustrating is that residuals are literally payment for work you already completed - sometimes years ago. It's not like you're currently employed and earning a regular paycheck. Have you tried explaining to them that residuals are essentially royalties? Sometimes using different terminology helps them understand. I'm also documenting everything - every phone call, every letter, every payment statement with clear dates showing when the original work was done vs when payments were received. It's such a headache but we have to fight for our benefits! Keep pushing back on this.