I'm new to this community and going through the exact same situation right now! My husband just exhausted his regular UI benefits last week and we're seeing that same confusing "not paid" status with the message about waiting for a paper notice. We also have 3 weeks from January that have been stuck in pending status for months with zero explanation from EDD. Reading through all these responses has been such a huge relief! I was convinced something had gone terribly wrong with his claim, but now I understand this chaotic mix of statuses is actually normal during benefit transitions. The consistent advice from everyone who's been through this is really reassuring: keep certifying every two weeks regardless of what the status shows, get through to EDD about those old pending weeks since they won't auto-resolve, and expect the paper notice within 1-2 weeks. I'm definitely going to look into that Claimyr service that several people have recommended since we've tried calling EDD directly probably 50 times with no luck. It's amazing how much less stressful this whole situation feels when you can learn from others who've successfully navigated it. Thanks to everyone for sharing your experiences - this community is invaluable for understanding EDD's confusing system!

I'm also new to this community and dealing with almost this exact same situation! My husband exhausted his regular benefits two weeks ago and now has that confusing "not paid" status with the paper notice message. We also have 4 weeks from back in December that are still stuck pending with no explanation whatsoever. This thread has been incredibly helpful - I was starting to think we'd somehow broken his claim or done something wrong. It's such a relief to learn that this mix of paid/pending/not paid statuses is actually how the system normally works during benefit transitions, not some kind of error. The advice everyone's giving is really consistent and reassuring: keep certifying every two weeks no matter what, tackle those old pending weeks since they need agent intervention, and be patient for that paper notice (sounds like 1-2 weeks based on everyone's experiences here). We've been calling EDD for weeks trying to get through about those December weeks with zero success, so I'm definitely going to try that Claimyr service that multiple people have recommended. It's amazing how much this community helps make sense of EDD's confusing system - thanks to everyone for sharing your experiences and making this feel manageable instead of terrifying!

I went through a similar company closure situation about 18 months ago and wanted to share a few things that really helped me navigate the process. First, definitely file your claim immediately after your last day - don't wait! The severance won't disqualify you, but you'll need to report it when you certify every two weeks. One thing that caught me off guard was that EDD sometimes requires additional documentation for company closures, especially if it's a larger business. They may ask for a copy of your WARN notice (if your company was required to provide one) or other layoff documentation. Having all your paperwork organized from day one will save you headaches later. Also, since you mentioned stress about income gaps - consider that even if your severance reduces your weekly benefits to $0 for those 8 weeks, you're still building time in the system. Once your severance ends, you'll immediately start receiving your full weekly benefit amount without having to wait for processing delays. The part-time work question is tricky - you can work and still collect partial benefits, but make sure you understand the earnings limits and reporting requirements. Every dollar counts during a transition like this, so it's worth exploring if you find the right opportunity. Hang in there - company closures are tough, but at least you have some advance notice and severance to help with the transition!

I went through this exact situation when my tech company shut down our entire Sacramento office in 2023. Here's what I wish I had known from day one: File your claim the day after your last worked day - period. Don't overthink it or wait for severance to end. I made that mistake and lost 3 weeks of potential benefits just from processing delays. Your severance will likely be reported as "wages" when you certify, which means EDD will reduce your weekly benefit dollar-for-dollar during those 8 weeks. So if your weekly benefit would be $300 but you're getting $400/week in severance, you'll get $0 from EDD that week. But here's the key - you're still certifying and keeping your claim active. Get everything from HR in writing: how the severance is classified (wages vs. dismissal pay), exact payment dates, and your official separation letter. EDD may audit later and you'll want documentation. The good news about company closures is that EDD often processes these claims faster since they're expecting multiple claims from the same employer. Plus, you'll have no issues proving you were laid off vs. quitting. Start your job search activities immediately even during severance weeks - you still need to meet work search requirements to maintain eligibility. Document everything in a spreadsheet or the CalJOBS system. You've got advance notice and severance - that's actually a pretty good position compared to sudden layoffs. The system will work in your favor once you get it started!

I'm so glad to see this thread with all the helpful solutions! I've been lurking in this community for a while as someone who's had to navigate EDD issues, and this is exactly the kind of collaborative problem-solving that makes such a difference. The direct URL workaround is brilliant - I just bookmarked it myself even though I'm not currently having login issues, because based on what everyone's saying, this seems to be a recurring problem. It's really frustrating how these technical glitches always seem to happen at the worst possible times when people are already stressed about finances. But seeing everyone jump in to help each other with different solutions (Edge browser, disabling adblockers, direct URLs, phone certification) really restores my faith in community support. For anyone still having issues, I'd also suggest trying to clear your browser's SSL state/certificates if the other solutions don't work - sometimes that can resolve certificate-related login problems too. You can usually find this under your browser's advanced security or privacy settings.

This thread has been incredibly helpful! I'm a newcomer here but have been dealing with similar EDD website issues on and off for months. Just wanted to add that if you're using any VPN services, try disabling them temporarily - I've found that sometimes EDD's security systems don't play well with VPNs and can cause login buttons to become unresponsive. Also, for anyone who might be using older computers or tablets, make sure your browser is updated to the latest version. EDD's website seems to use some newer web technologies that don't work properly on outdated browsers. The direct URL solution that Miguel shared is fantastic - I just tested it myself and it works perfectly! Definitely bookmarking that for future use. It's really reassuring to see how this community comes together to help each other navigate these frustrating technical issues. When you're already stressed about benefits and payments, the last thing you need is a broken website making everything worse.

I went through something similar a few months ago! My second week got stuck in pending for almost 10 days. What finally worked for me was calling and specifically asking them to check for any "eligibility reviews" on my account. Sometimes they trigger these mini-reviews randomly and forget to notify you. Also, make sure you didn't accidentally answer any of the weekly certification questions differently than usual - even small changes can flag your claim. The rep I talked to was able to see that my account had been flagged for a routine review and cleared it immediately. Definitely push for specifics when you call - don't accept vague "it's processing" answers. Good luck! 🍀

This is so frustrating but unfortunately super common! I'm dealing with a similar issue right now - got paid for one week but the second is just sitting there pending for no apparent reason. From what I've learned lurking in this community, it seems like EDD's system just randomly flags accounts for "reviews" without bothering to tell us what they're actually reviewing. I've been trying to call for three days straight with no luck getting through. The whole system feels like it's held together with duct tape and prayers. Really hoping someone here has found a magic trick to get past the busy signals because I'm about ready to camp out at their office! 😤 Keep us posted on what you find out - we're all in this together!

Congrats on landing the marketing job! Just went through this myself a few months back. Everyone's giving great advice here - definitely certify for your final week and report the employment during that certification. The system will walk you through it with specific questions about your start date and new employer. One thing I'd add is to keep screenshots of your final certification showing you reported finding work, just in case you need proof later. Also, if you haven't already, consider setting up direct deposit for any final payments to avoid delays. The transition from unemployment to employment can feel weird after being on benefits, but you're doing everything right by asking these questions first. Best of luck with the new role!

Congrats on the new job! I just went through this exact same process about 3 months ago. Definitely certify for your last week of unemployment and report that you found employment during the certification. When you're going through the questions, there will be a section asking if you refused any work or if your employment situation changed - that's where you indicate you accepted a job. Make sure to have your new employer's information ready (company name, address, start date) because they'll ask for those details. The system is pretty straightforward once you know what to expect. And like others mentioned, your claim stays open for the full benefit year, so if anything happens with the new job, you can restart certifying without having to reapply. Good luck with the marketing position - that sounds like an exciting opportunity!