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This whole thread is so validating - I'm dealing with the exact same situation! Reopened my claim 18 days ago and it's like it never happened. No confirmation page, no emails, no mail, and that stupid "Reopen Your Claim" button is still there taunting me every time I log in. I was starting to think I somehow messed up the submission, but seeing all your experiences makes me realize this is just EDD's broken system being broken as usual. I can see my claim balance and benefit year end date too, so I'm hoping that means it's actually in their system somewhere. Planning to use CosmicCruiser's calling script tomorrow - hopefully I can get through! It's honestly ridiculous that we have to become EDD system troubleshooters just to get basic confirmation that our claims exist. Thanks everyone for sharing - knowing I'm not alone in this mess definitely helps with the anxiety!
You're definitely not alone in this! I just went through the exact same thing last month - reopened my claim and it was like screaming into the void. That reopen button staying there is the worst because it makes you think nothing went through at all. Since you can see your claim balance and benefit year end date, that's actually a really good sign that your claim IS in their system. I ended up having to call multiple times before getting through, but when I finally did, the rep confirmed my claim had been processing the whole time - their system just doesn't update the interface properly. Keep trying with those phone calls, and don't click that reopen button again no matter how tempting it is! Hang in there, it will get sorted out.
This is such a helpful thread! I'm in week 2.5 of the same exact nightmare - reopened my claim and it's like it got sucked into a black hole. No confirmation page, no emails, nothing in the mail, and that cursed reopen button is still sitting there like nothing happened. I was honestly starting to panic thinking I did something wrong during the submission process, but reading all these experiences is so reassuring that it's just EDD's system being completely broken as usual. The fact that so many people are dealing with this identical issue shows how widespread their technical problems are. I can see my claim balance and benefit year end date too, which based on what CosmicCruiser explained sounds like a good sign my claim is actually in their system somewhere. Definitely going to try calling tomorrow using that script - fingers crossed I can actually get through to a human! It's absolutely insane that we have to become EDD system detectives just to figure out if our basic claim submissions even exist. Thanks to everyone for sharing your stories, it really helps knowing we're all navigating this mess together!
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To all those having trouble reaching a human at California Unemployment. I just ran across this video that gave me a shortcut to reach a human. Hope it helps! https://youtu.be/Ize0EkN4HDI
I had a similar experience with the system - sometimes there can be technical delays or the representative might be dealing with system issues on their end. If the line stays silent for more than 5 minutes, I'd recommend hanging up and waiting for the next opportunity. The system usually sends another text within a few hours if the call doesn't connect properly. Don't lose hope - many people have eventually gotten through and resolved their issues, even if it takes a few attempts!
@Lincoln Ramiro That s'really helpful advice! I m'new here and dealing with similar issues. How long did you typically have to wait between attempts? And did you find certain times of day worked better than others for getting through? I ve'been struggling with this for weeks and any additional tips would be greatly appreciated!
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I just wanted to thank everyone who shared their experiences here! I'm currently on day 3 of an "outstanding" status and was getting really anxious about it. Reading through all these stories - especially knowing that it's happened to so many people and always resolved eventually - has been incredibly reassuring. The detailed explanations about what "outstanding" actually means (approved but not yet issued) versus other statuses like "pending" or "disqualified" really helped clarify things. And all the practical tips like taking screenshots, calling Bank of America to check for pending deposits, and understanding that account changes can cause delays are so valuable. It's really frustrating that EDD doesn't provide this kind of clear information themselves, but I'm grateful this community exists to help fill those gaps. I'll definitely be more patient now that I understand this is just part of how their system works. Will update if anything changes, but feeling much less stressed about the situation now!
I'm so glad this thread helped you feel better about the situation! I just went through this exact same thing last month - had an "outstanding" payment for 4 days and was convinced something was wrong with my claim. Like you, reading other people's experiences here really put things in perspective. It's amazing how much stress EDD could save people if they just explained what these status codes actually mean! Day 3 is still totally normal based on what everyone's shared. I ended up getting my payment on day 5, so hang in there. This community really is a lifesaver when dealing with EDD's confusing system.
I'm currently experiencing this same situation and this thread has been incredibly helpful! My payment has been showing "outstanding" for 6 days now, which is the longest I've ever experienced. I was starting to worry that something was seriously wrong with my claim. After reading everyone's experiences, I feel so much better knowing this is actually pretty common and that "outstanding" means approved but just waiting to be processed. The explanations about how account changes, system maintenance, and random audits can cause delays really helped me understand what might be happening behind the scenes. I did recently update my phone number in my profile, so that could be the culprit based on what others have shared about account changes causing processing delays. I'm going to try the Bank of America tip to check for pending deposits and will definitely start taking screenshots for documentation. Thank you to everyone who took the time to share their stories and timelines - it's made such a difference in my stress level! I'll update here once my status changes to help others who might be going through the same thing.
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One more important detail: if you've missed several certification periods already, request retroactive certification when you get through to a specialist. You'll need to complete form DE 1475A for each missed certification period. The specialist should be able to help you with this - make sure to emphasize that you were unable to certify due to system limitations during your appeal, not because you forgot or chose not to certify.
Thank you! I hadn't heard about form DE 1475A. I'll definitely ask about that when I get through. I've missed 3 certification periods already because of this issue.
I'm in a very similar situation right now - filed my appeal in late August and still waiting for a hearing date. The UI Online system completely locks me out of certification too. I've been trying to call EDD for weeks but can never get through. Reading all these responses is both helpful and terrifying - I had no idea I was supposed to keep certifying during the appeal! I've already missed about 8 weeks of certifications. Does anyone know if there's a limit to how many retroactive certifications they'll allow? I'm worried I've already waited too long to fix this mess.
Chloe Taylor
I'm 60 and was in your exact situation about 6 months ago - laid off from my supervisor position at a packaging company and terrified that unemployment would mess up my retirement plans. I spent weeks researching this and even called AARP's helpline to get clarification. The answer is definitively NO - unemployment benefits will not reduce your Social Security retirement benefits in any way. They're completely separate programs with different funding sources. Social Security is calculated from your highest 35 years of earnings where you paid SS taxes, and unemployment doesn't count as earnings for this calculation. What helped me most was actually creating the my Social Security account online and seeing that my projected benefits stayed exactly the same throughout my 5 months on EDD. With your 40 years of work history, a few months of unemployment won't even be a blip in your Social Security calculation. The only real impact is the temporary pause in retirement savings contributions, but that's manageable. Don't let this worry steal your peace of mind - you've got enough stress with job hunting. Your retirement security is intact!
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Mateo Martinez
•Thank you so much for mentioning the AARP helpline - I didn't even think to call them! It's incredibly reassuring to hear from someone who's 60 and went through this exact same worry just a few months ago. The fact that you actually saw your projected benefits stay the same throughout your 5 months on EDD is exactly the kind of concrete proof I needed to hear. I think what's been driving me crazy is that this is my first time ever being unemployed, so everything feels uncertain and scary. But hearing from you and everyone else here who've walked this exact same path really helps me realize I was creating a problem that doesn't even exist. You're absolutely right that I should be putting my energy into job hunting instead of losing sleep over my retirement benefits. I'm going to create that Social Security account this week and then focus all my attention on finding my next position. Really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience!
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Natasha Ivanova
I'm 57 and went through this exact same fear when I got laid off from my office job about 4 months ago! I was convinced that collecting EDD benefits would somehow reduce my Social Security payments when I retire. After losing sleep over it for weeks, I finally did what several others here mentioned - I created a my Social Security account at ssa.gov and looked at my actual projected benefits. Even after being on unemployment for months, my estimated retirement benefits were exactly the same as before I lost my job. It really drove home what everyone's saying - these are completely separate systems that don't affect each other at all. The Social Security calculation is based on your lifetime earnings where you paid SS taxes, not on whether you collected unemployment at some point. With decades of work history like you have, a temporary period of unemployment is basically invisible in the calculation. The only real impact is missing out on 401k contributions while you're between jobs, but that's not permanent damage. Don't waste your energy worrying about this like I did - put it all into your job search instead. Your retirement benefits are safe!
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