This thread has been super helpful, thanks everyone! I'm going to apply for regular UI tomorrow and make sure I keep track of all my job applications. Definitely disappointed the COVID benefits are gone, but at least there's something available. If I have trouble getting through to EDD I'll try that Claimyr service.

i heard theres a new program for restaurant workers who lost jobs bc of minimum wage increases but my cousin applied and never got approved so maybe its not real

Also, to directly answer your original question - yes, January 6th is an excellent date to refile if your benefit year ends January 11th. That gives EDD 5 days to process your new claim, which is typically sufficient. Be prepared to certify for benefits as usual during this transition period. Sometimes the certification for the last week of your old claim and first week of your new claim might be delayed as the system updates, but any eligible weeks will still be paid.

@profile4 yes they did backpay me after the interview but I had to wait like 5 weeks which was super stressful!!! make sure u answer ur phone even if its unknown numbers because they only call once for the interview and if u miss it u have to reschedule and wait again!!

This reminds me of when I was on disability last year and had the same issue but with SDI not unemployment. Totally different system but same card provider. My neighbor accidentally got my card and returned it to me two weeks later! Maybe check with neighbors especially if your mailboxes are those community style ones?

UPDATE: I called Money Network this morning and they confirmed my card was mailed out 10 days ago! They said it could take up to 14 business days for delivery, so I still have a few more days before I should worry. The representative described the envelope to me in detail - it's white with a South Dakota return address and "Money Network Cardholder Services" in the corner. Going to keep a close eye on my mail for the next few days. Thanks everyone for your help!

UPDATE: Finally got in! For anyone who has this issue in the future - deleting and reinstalling the app worked, BUT I also had to turn off my VPN which was apparently causing authentication issues. Now going to transfer this money ASAP before something else breaks. Thanks everyone for the suggestions!

my cousin works for edd and says they switching to a different payment system next year thank god

my sister in law works for edd and she says discrimination cases are actually getting approved more often now especially for moms. She said document EVERYTHING and be super specific in your phone interview. Don't just say "they discriminated against me" but give exact examples with dates. Also did any coworkers see this happening? Witness statements help a lot.

Based on everything you've shared, you have a very strong case for UI benefits. The key elements are all there: 1. You requested legally protected accommodations 2. Negative treatment began immediately after 3. You have documentation and witness statements 4. You contacted HR to try resolving it 5. You had positive performance history before this issue During your phone interview, stay calm and stick to the facts. Avoid emotional language even though this was obviously upsetting. The interviewer needs to hear a clear cause-and-effect relationship between your accommodation request and their actions. Good luck, and please update us on how it goes!

One thing I forgot to mention earlier - be sure to specifically request the results of BofA's investigation into your claims. Under Regulation E, they're required to provide you with the specific reasons for denial and the evidence they used to make that determination. Many people don't know they can demand this information, and BofA certainly doesn't volunteer it. If their investigation was inadequate (which it sounds like it was), that's another point to raise in your CFPB complaint. When I finally got my investigation results, it was clear they hadn't even bothered to verify whether I had activated the card or not before denying my claim.

im confused why didnt u report the cards missing in 2021?? didnt u know u were getting edd payments then??

So I went through this EXACT situation in January! Had my interview on a Tuesday, payment hit my card that night, then got the determination letter in my inbox 5 days later. The interview person must have approved you right after the call. They tell everyone the "7 day" line but when they know right away, they process it right away. You're good!

wait did they deposit it on ur edd debit card or direct deposit? if its the debit card make sure u activated it. i made that mistake and thought i got paid but couldnt access the $$ for like a week lol

Once they fixed the loop thing, I was able to file my new claim right away while on the phone with them. Then it took about 10 days for the claim to process and get my first certification. Not too bad once you actually get through to someone who knows what they're doing!

UPDATE: Finally got through to EDD this morning! Called right at 8:00am and had to wait on hold for over an hour, but eventually spoke with a rep who identified the problem. Just like many of you said, my old pandemic claim was stuck in some kind of 'inactive' status rather than properly expired. The representative had to transfer me to a tier 2 specialist (another 20 minute wait), but they were able to reset something in their system. I was then able to file my new claim while on the phone with them. They said I should be able to certify for my first two weeks in about 10 days. Thank you all for your help and suggestions!

Any organized format works - EDD doesn't require a specific form for your personal records. A simple spreadsheet with dates worked, hours each day, and weekly earnings is perfect. Just make sure the numbers you report when certifying match your records exactly. I also recommend taking screenshots of your certification submissions as extra protection.

I've been on partial unemployment for 3 months now and it's working great for me. I'm making more overall and my claim is lasting longer. The key is being super accurate with reporting. I always calculate everything before certifying and double-check my math. \n\nOne weird thing I noticed is sometimes the payment doesn't match my calculations exactly - usually off by a dollar or two. I think it has to do with how they round numbers or calculate taxes. Nothing to worry about though.

does anyone know how long the CTB application takes to get approved? my friend is thinking about doing something similar

Update: I talked to my son about all your advice, and he called the truck driving school to ask about CTB. Good news - they ARE an EDD-approved training provider! They even have staff who help students with the CTB application process. He has an appointment next week to get everything submitted before the program starts. Thank you all so much for your help - this community is amazing!