Just wanted to add my recent experience to help others going through this same stressful waiting period! I mailed my application 3 weeks ago and went through the exact same anxiety everyone here describes. Here's my timeline: - Mailed application: Day 0 - Created UI Online account: Day 3 (showed "no claim found") - Claim finally appeared online: Day 13 - Completed first certification: Day 14 - First payment via direct deposit: Day 16 The waiting period between days 3-13 was absolutely brutal mentally, especially with bills piling up. I was checking the online account multiple times daily even though I knew from this thread it would take time. When my claim finally appeared, I literally cried from relief! A few things that might help others: - Set up direct deposit immediately once your claim appears - it's SO much faster than waiting for the EDD debit card - Don't panic if you see any pending issues when your claim first appears - mine had an ID verification requirement that looked scary but was resolved quickly through ID.me - Keep records of your work search activities starting now, even while waiting, since you'll need to report them when you certify This community saved my sanity during the waiting period. Hang in there everyone - the process does work, it's just slower than we'd all like! Once you're in the system, things move much more smoothly.

I'm currently on day 4 after mailing my application and this thread has been absolutely invaluable! Just created my UI Online account after reading everyone's experiences and yep - got the "no claim found" message that I now know is completely normal. The anxiety is definitely real though. I keep second-guessing whether I filled out the mail application correctly or if it got lost in the mail. Having less than $200 left in my checking account makes every day feel critical. But seeing everyone's detailed timelines here (especially that most claims appeared between days 10-14) gives me hope that I just need to hang tight. It's honestly mind-blowing that EDD doesn't explain this processing gap anywhere on their official website. Like, a simple FAQ saying "mail applications take 10-14 business days to appear in UI Online" would prevent so much unnecessary panic! This community is doing EDD's job better than EDD. Planning to check my online account once daily around 8am instead of obsessively refreshing. Based on everyone's shared experiences, I've probably got about 6-10 more days of waiting, but at least now I know what to expect and I'm ready to certify online immediately once it appears. Thanks to everyone who shared their real day-by-day timelines - you're literally keeping people sane during the most stressful part of this whole process! 🙏

I'm going through the exact same thing right now! Won my false statement appeal 8 days ago and my UI Online still shows everything as disqualified. Reading through all these responses is both reassuring and nerve-wracking - sounds like anywhere from 10-21 business days is normal for false statement reversals because of the extra fraud flag removal process. What's really helpful is learning that the UI Online account won't show any gradual progress - it just stays "disqualified" until everything suddenly flips to "paid" overnight once all the backend processing is complete. I was starting to worry something was wrong since there's been zero change, but now I understand that's totally normal. Planning to try calling the Appeals Division directly at (800) 300-5616 (press 1, then 6) to see if they can at least confirm they received the judge's decision and it's in their processing queue. Thanks everyone for sharing your timelines - it really helps to know what to expect during this waiting period!

I'm in the EXACT same situation right now! Won my false statement appeal 6 days ago and my UI Online account looks identical to yours - everything still showing "disqualified" with no pending payments. After reading all these responses, I'm feeling a lot more informed about what to expect. It sounds like false statement reversals are basically a completely different beast compared to regular appeals because of all the fraud flag removal and supervisor approvals required. The timeline everyone's sharing (10-21 business days) is actually pretty consistent, and knowing that the UI Online account won't show ANY progress until it suddenly flips overnight is weirdly comforting. I was starting to panic thinking something was stuck, but now I understand this radio silence is totally normal during the BAM unit processing phase. I'm planning to try that Appeals Division direct line ((800) 300-5616, press 1 then 6) tomorrow morning just to confirm they received the judge's decision and it's in their queue. Hang in there Miguel - sounds like we're both in the normal waiting period and should see movement in the next week or two!

Based on everyone's experiences here, it sounds like the key is being proactive and getting proper documentation from your attorney. I'm in a somewhat similar situation - got a settlement 3 months ago but haven't heard from EDD yet. After reading through all these responses, I'm going to call my lawyer tomorrow to request an allocation breakdown letter before EDD even contacts me. It seems like this could potentially save thousands depending on how the settlement can be categorized. @Brianna Schmidt - definitely get that attorney letter ASAP! From what others have shared, it sounds like the difference between a $4000 overpayment and maybe a $2000 overpayment could come down to having proper documentation of what portions weren't actually "wages." Also want to echo what others said about payment plans - seems like EDD is pretty reasonable about setting these up if you're proactive about calling them rather than ignoring the notices.

I just went through this exact situation 6 months ago and wanted to share what worked for me. The settlement/overpayment process is definitely stressful, but there are ways to minimize the impact. First, you're right to be concerned - EDD will likely consider at least part of your settlement as wages that should offset your unemployment benefits. However, the overpayment amount can vary dramatically based on how your settlement is documented. Here's what I wish I had known earlier: 1. Contact your attorney immediately to request a detailed allocation breakdown letter, even though your settlement is finalized 2. EDD won't automatically deduct from your remaining claim balance - they'll issue a separate overpayment notice 3. You can continue collecting your regular benefits while the overpayment is being processed 4. Payment plans are available and they're pretty reasonable about approving them In my case, my attorney was able to provide documentation showing that only about 45% of my settlement was actually for "lost wages" - the rest was allocated to emotional distress, attorney fees, and punitive damages. This reduced my overpayment from what would have been about $5,800 to $2,600. When I got the overpayment notice, I called EDD the same day and set up a $85/month payment plan. No hassle, no interest charges, and I was able to keep my benefits flowing normally. The key is being proactive rather than reactive. Get that attorney letter ASAP and report the settlement yourself before they discover it through other channels.

I'm brand new to this community and just filed my unemployment claim last week after being laid off from my job as a graphic designer. Reading through this entire thread has been both a blessing and a wake-up call! I had absolutely NO idea these training programs existed - my EDD phone interview was basically just verifying my identity and previous employment, with zero mention of any additional benefits or programs. I've been thinking about expanding my skills into UX/UI design or maybe getting some certifications in web development, and the fact that I could potentially do this while receiving benefits is amazing. Thank you to everyone who shared their experiences, especially those who provided specific phone numbers and actionable steps. I'm calling that CTB number (1-866-333-4606) first thing Monday morning and will also visit my local America's Job Center this week. At only 1 week into my claim, I'm hoping I can avoid the heartbreak that so many of you experienced by missing these deadlines. This thread should honestly be required reading for anyone filing for unemployment in California. The fact that EDD doesn't clearly communicate these opportunities upfront is absolutely unacceptable. We shouldn't have to discover life-changing benefits through random online forums! I'll definitely update everyone on what happens with my calls - hopefully I can be one of the success stories instead of another person who missed out. Thank you all for sharing your knowledge and turning your frustrations into helpful advice for newcomers like me!

I'm new to this community and currently 5 weeks into my unemployment claim after being laid off from my insurance claims processing job. Like so many others here, I had absolutely NO CLUE about these training programs until I stumbled across this thread today! My EDD phone interview was completely basic - just employment verification and benefit calculation. When I asked if there were any other resources or programs available, the rep just said "make sure to certify weekly and keep looking for work." That was literally it! No mention of CTB, no mention of deadlines, nothing about training opportunities. I've been getting increasingly discouraged with the job search in my field and have been seriously considering a career change into something like cybersecurity or cloud computing - both areas where there's actually demand and growth potential. The idea that I could get training in these fields while still receiving benefits is absolutely mind-blowing to me right now. I'm calling that CTB number tomorrow morning and will also be visiting my local workforce center this week. At 5 weeks in, I'm praying I can still get into a program before hitting any deadlines. This thread has been more helpful than anything EDD has provided - thank you all for sharing your experiences and specific action steps! For anyone else discovering this "hidden" benefit like me - don't wait! The system clearly isn't designed to help us succeed, so we have to advocate for ourselves and seek out information they should be providing upfront.

Thanks everyone for the helpful advice! I'm going to make sure I report the bonus properly when I receive it in December. Really appreciate all the detailed explanations - seems like it will only affect that one week, which is a relief. I'll still document everything just in case there are questions.

Just want to add that you should also check if your employer will be withholding taxes from the bonus. Sometimes they withhold at a higher rate for bonuses (like 22% federal), so make sure you report the gross amount to EDD, not the net amount you actually receive. I made that mistake once and had to clarify it later. Also, if the bonus is substantial, you might want to set aside some of it for taxes since it could bump you into a higher tax bracket for the year. Good luck with your claim!