my brothers gf works for edd and she says they r really backed up right now so expect to wait FOREVER for interviews.. apply now so u can get in line

One more important point: When you explain your case to EDD, be very careful about how you frame what happened. Don't say "I disobeyed my supervisor" or "I knowingly violated policy." Instead, present it as "I had to respond to a family emergency involving my child's safety after work hours." Framing matters tremendously in these cases. Also, California has specific protections for parents dealing with emergencies related to their children. If your employer has more than 25 employees, you might have been protected under California's Family Rights Act, which could strengthen your unemployment case by showing the termination itself may have been improper.

Based on your follow-up comments, I think your husband has a strong case. Here's what he should do: 1. Apply for UI benefits immediately 2. Answer all questions truthfully 3. If asked about the reason for separation, he can choose "discharged/fired" and briefly explain it was due to two instances of tardiness caused by car problems 4. Keep the mechanic receipt ready as evidence 5. Be prepared for an eligibility interview (these are typically scheduled 2-3 weeks after filing) 6. During the interview, stay calm and factual - explain the circumstances without being negative about the former employer A single verbal warning from 8 months ago about a different issue shouldn't establish a pattern of willful misconduct. The key is showing that the tardiness was beyond his reasonable control, which car trouble certainly is.

hey just wonderin did your husband get his final paycheck yet? dont forget they have to pay him for any unused vacation days too

After reading through the discussion, I think we've covered the main points, but here's a summary to make sure everything is clear:\n\n1. You are following proper procedure by continuing to certify while working part-time, even if your earnings exceed your weekly benefit amount.\n\n2. Your new employer received a standard form (DE 1101CZ) which is sent to any employer listed on your certification.\n\n3. Your new employer will NOT be charged for any benefits related to your previous employment, nor will their unemployment insurance tax rate be affected by your claim.\n\n4. Your employer should respond to the notice by the deadline indicated on the form.\n\n5. Having a clear conversation with your employer explaining the unemployment insurance system would help alleviate their concerns.\n\nKeep doing what you're doing - you're handling this correctly!

Thank you so much for this clear summary! I'm going to talk to my boss tomorrow with all this information. It's such a relief knowing I haven't done anything wrong and that her business won't be negatively affected. This community has been incredibly helpful!

This is why I HATE the EDD system so much! Why should people already struggling without income have to wait weeks for a stupid piece of plastic to access THEIR MONEY that's already been approved??? It's 2025 for crying out loud! Every other financial service can send money electronically from day one!

Just to wrap this up with some accurate information: 1. Official timeline: 7-10 business days from first payment issued 2. If not received by then, call Money Network at 1-866-320-8699 3. The envelope is plain and comes from South Dakota 4. Once received, register online immediately 5. Set up direct deposit for future payments 6. Keep your address updated in BOTH systems Hope this helps! Let us know when your card arrives.

The regular mail has been super slow in my area lately. My neighbor just got a birthday card that was mailed 3 weeks ago! Maybe check with your local post office? Also, Money Network doesn't always update the shipping status properly on their end.

Just to follow up on this thread - once you get your card, I highly recommend setting up direct deposit from Money Network to your personal bank account. It's much more convenient than using the card, and you avoid any ATM fees or card replacement hassles in the future. You can set it up through the Money Network mobile app or their website after activating your card.

ive heard some ROP teachers get approved and others dont. seems like it depends on who reviews ur claim tbh

One more important point - California has specific precedent cases for ROP and adult education teachers that differentiate them from K-12 regular teachers. The key case law established that when positions are contingent on funding, enrollment, or other variable factors, the "reasonable assurance" standard may not be met despite having a contract for the following year. When you certify for benefits, you'll need to answer "Yes" to the question about whether you have reasonable assurance of returning to work (since you do have a contract), BUT then use the additional information section to explain the contingent nature of ROP funding and how it differs from regular teaching positions. This will likely trigger a phone interview, which is actually good because it gives you the opportunity to explain your situation to a human instead of just being automatically denied by the system.

u said restaurant management? were u paid under the table at all? cuz thats gonna cause problems with wage verification. happened to my cousin and his first 3 payments were pending for like a month until they sorted it out

Just wanted to follow up - were you able to get your pending status resolved? Usually by now (it's been a few days since your post) first-time pending issues get cleared automatically.

anyone else notice that EDD's whole system seems designed to make it as difficult as possible to get help? its like they WANT us to give up trying smh

UPDATE: I wanted to thank everyone for their advice! I followed the suggestions here - filed a police report, called Money Network and specifically asked for the fraud department, and used Claimyr to actually get through to an EDD representative. The EDD rep was able to confirm my identity and did a three-way call with Money Network while I was on the line. Having the EDD rep there made all the difference! Money Network is sending me a replacement card with expedited shipping (should arrive in 3 business days) and they're adding extra security measures to my account. The EDD rep also helped me set up direct deposit for future payments so I won't have to worry about card issues again. Still not sure how the hacker got into my account in the first place, but at least it's getting resolved. Thanks again for all your help!

im in construction and this happens to me like every few years lol. the trick is to find even a crappy temporary job for a few months, then if you lose that job you can usually qualify for a new claim. not ideal but better than nothing when ur desperate

Thanks everyone for the helpful replies. I'll definitely look into the California Training Benefits program since I'm interested in changing careers anyway. And I'll try Claimyr to get through to EDD so I can discuss my options directly with them. It's disappointing that there aren't extensions available anymore, but at least I have some time to prepare. I appreciate all the suggestions!

My compnay did this to me to they call you "contractor" but treat you like employee its total BS. the problem is proving it! took me FOREVER to get EDD to even look at my claim lol. the 40 hour thing is smart cause easier to prove. just tell them you worked AT LEAST 40 per week but your boss never had you track hours cause ur "salary" (which is another lie they told u

One final thing to consider - when you file your claim, you'll likely need to complete the DE 230 (Employee Questionnaire for Unemployment Insurance Benefits Eligibility). Be very detailed about your working conditions that show you were an employee, such as: - Who controlled how and when you worked - Whether you could accept/decline assignments - If you used their equipment/facilities - If you were integrated into their business operations - Whether you worked exclusively for them - If they trained you or required specific methods These factors are crucial for the ABC test. For the hours issue, there's usually a section where you can explain special circumstances - this is where you should note that you weren't instructed to track hours since you were told you were a contractor/on salary, but that you consistently worked at least 40 hours weekly. Don't hesitate to attach a separate sheet with additional explanation if needed.