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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
That's absolutely unacceptable behavior from the EDD representative. It sounds like she deliberately flagged your account out of spite, which is a serious abuse of power. Here are some steps you can take: 1) Document everything - write down the exact time/date of the call and what was said, 2) File a complaint with EDD's customer service supervisor about the representative's unprofessional conduct, 3) Contact your local assembly member's office - they have dedicated EDD liaisons who can help resolve these issues, 4) Try calling back to speak with a different representative who can review your account and reverse any fraudulent flags. Since you were already verified through and have been receiving payments, this is clearly retaliation. Don't let one bad agent derail your legitimate claim!
This is exactly the right approach! I've seen this happen to other people where vindictive representatives abuse their power. The assembly member route is especially effective - mine helped me resolve a similar issue in just a few days when EDD was giving me the runaround for weeks. Also keep copies of all your verification documents handy when you call back, since you'll likely need to prove you were already verified. It's infuriating that one person's bad attitude can mess with your livelihood like this.
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I'm new to unemployment and going through the exact same anxiety right now! I got laid off two weeks ago and received my severance payment last Friday. When I applied for unemployment, I mentioned I'd be getting severance, and now I'm doing my first certification and seeing that question about "other income" including severance pay. Reading through all these responses has been such a huge relief - I was convinced I was going to accidentally mess something up and get in trouble. It sounds like everyone agrees you definitely need to report it during certification even though you already mentioned it on your application. My severance was about $4,200 which is definitely more than my weekly benefit amount, so I'm expecting to get $0 for that week. But honestly, after reading all these experiences, I'd rather have accurate reporting than risk any overpayment issues down the road. Thanks to everyone for sharing their stories - it really helps us newcomers navigate this confusing system!
Welcome to the unemployment world - it's definitely overwhelming at first! You're absolutely doing the right thing by being so careful about reporting everything accurately. I just went through my first certification last week and had the exact same worries about the severance reporting. Everyone in this thread is spot on - you definitely need to report that $4,200 severance during your certification for the week you actually received it. I was also nervous about it seeming like "double reporting" but now I understand they're completely different steps in the process. The initial application was just giving EDD a heads up, and certification is where you report what actually happened. You're right that you'll probably get $0 for that week since your severance exceeds your weekly benefit amount, but that's totally normal and expected. The important thing is being honest and accurate - which you clearly are! The anxiety gets better once you get through that first certification and see how the system actually works. You've got this!
I'm going through this exact same situation right now and honestly, this entire thread has been a lifesaver! I was literally up at 3am last night googling whether I needed to report my severance again during certification after already mentioning it on my initial application. My severance payment of $7,200 hit my bank account yesterday and I have my certification due today. I was so paranoid about accidentally committing fraud or getting flagged in the system. But reading everyone's experiences here - especially the explanations about how the initial application is "predictive" while certification is "factual reporting" - has really put my mind at ease. I'm definitely going to report my severance on today's certification for the week I actually received it. Since it's way more than my weekly benefit amount, I'm expecting $0 for that week, but that seems to be totally normal based on what everyone shared. Better to be completely transparent than deal with overpayment issues later! Thank you to everyone who shared their stories - it's amazing how this community helps newcomers like us navigate such a stressful and confusing process. Time to submit that certification with confidence!
I'm so glad this thread helped ease your anxiety! I was in the exact same boat a few months ago - literally couldn't sleep because I was so worried about messing up my claim. It's such a relief to find a community where people actually understand what you're going through and can share real experiences. You're absolutely making the right choice by reporting that $7,200 severance today. I know it feels scary, but everyone here who went through this same situation came out just fine. The fact that you're being so careful and thorough about it shows you're doing everything right. That $0 week might sting a little when you see it, but like everyone said, your benefits will resume normally for the next certification period. I remember feeling so accomplished after I submitted my first "scary" certification and realized the system actually worked exactly as everyone described. You've definitely got this - go submit that certification with confidence! Keep us posted on how it goes if you want to - it's always nice to hear success stories that can help the next person going through the same worry!
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I'm at week 4 of my appeal process after being disqualified for "voluntary quit" when my employer cut my hours from 32/week down to 12/week with no explanation or discussion. Found this thread through a Google search and honestly it's been more helpful than anything EDD has provided! The timeline everyone's describing is both terrifying and helpful to know - at least I can plan for 7-10 weeks instead of hoping for something unrealistic. I've been doing Uber Eats to survive but it's barely covering gas and basic expenses. Already started implementing advice from this thread: - Applied for CalFresh last week (still waiting to hear back) - Created a timeline document with all the hour reduction communications - Gathering pay stubs showing the dramatic decrease - Found my local legal aid clinic and scheduled an appointment One thing I'm struggling with is whether to include information about my manager's attitude change toward me before the hour cuts started. She became really hostile after I requested a few days off for a family emergency, then my hours got slashed two weeks later. Is that too speculative to include, or could it help show a pattern of retaliation? The mental health aspect of this is brutal - the uncertainty combined with financial stress is overwhelming. But seeing everyone support each other here gives me hope. Thanks for creating such an invaluable resource for those of us navigating this nightmare system! 🙏
Sophia, absolutely include the information about your manager's attitude change and the timing relative to your family emergency request! That's not speculative at all - it's establishing a timeline that shows potential retaliation, which could be really important for your case. Document everything chronologically: family emergency request → manager's attitude change → hour cuts two weeks later. Even if you can't prove direct causation, the timing creates a pattern that supports your argument that this wasn't a legitimate business decision but rather retaliation that made your continued employment untenable. Do you have any written communications about the family emergency request or the manager's changed behavior? Even informal texts or emails mentioning the situation to coworkers could help establish the timeline. The key is showing this wasn't just random hour cuts but part of a hostile pattern after you exercised your right to request time off for a legitimate emergency. Your case sounds really strong - going from 32 to 12 hours with no explanation is pretty clearly constructive discharge. The legal aid clinic should be able to help you understand how to present the retaliation angle effectively. I totally understand the mental health struggle. The combination of financial panic and complete uncertainty is exhausting. But you're being really proactive about gathering evidence and using resources - that preparation is going to pay off at your hearing. This thread has shown me that people with good documentation and legitimate cases like yours usually succeed. Hang in there! 💪
I'm just hitting the 2-week mark on my appeal after being disqualified for "voluntary quit" when my employer refused to accommodate my disability (chronic migraines) and then created an impossible work environment when I requested reasonable accommodations under ADA. This thread has been absolutely incredible - finding real people going through the same nightmare makes such a difference when you feel completely alone in fighting the system. The 7-10 week timeline is honestly devastating since I'm already maxed out on credit cards, but at least now I know what to expect instead of checking my mailbox obsessively every day. I've been taking notes on everyone's advice and started my action plan: - CalFresh application submitted yesterday - Started Instacart shopping to bring in some income - Gathering all my accommodation request emails and HR responses - Called 211 and found some local emergency assistance programs Quick question for those who've dealt with disability-related cases - should I include my medical records showing the migraine diagnosis, or is that getting too personal for the hearing? I have documentation of requesting accommodations and them being denied, but wondering if medical proof strengthens the case or just complicates things. The financial terror is real, but reading everyone's success stories gives me hope that persistence and good documentation really do pay off. Thank you all for sharing your experiences so openly - this community is keeping me sane during the worst uncertainty I've ever faced! 🙏
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I'm in a similar situation - I had a remaining when expired on September 4th. From what I understand, any unused after that date is no longer accessible since the federal programs officially ended. However, if you had weeks that you were eligible for but never got paid (like pending weeks from before 9/4), you might still be able to get for those specific weeks. I'd recommend calling EDD to clarify your specific situation and see if any of your remaining represents weeks you were entitled to but never received payment for.
@Sofia Morales Thanks for sharing this info! I m'also dealing with a leftover from my claim. It s'frustrating that they just cut off access to remaining funds, but your point about for eligible weeks makes sense. Did you end up calling EDD about your situation? I m'wondering if it s'worth the hassle of trying to get through to them or if I should just accept that the remaining is gone for good.
I'm dealing with the exact same issue - had about $2,000 left on my when it expired on 9/4. I called EDD last week and they confirmed that any remaining from is no longer available after the federal program ended. However, they did say that if I had any weeks between my original start date and September 4th that I was eligible for but never certified for (or were stuck pending), I could potentially get for those specific weeks. The rep told me to look back through my history to identify any gaps in weeks I should have been paid for. It's really frustrating to lose that remaining balance, but at least there might be hope for getting paid for weeks we actually earned.
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Hey! I used a callback service about 6 months ago and from what I remember, the $20 fee doesn't have a specific expiration date - it's more about them making a certain number of attempts to get you connected. Most services will keep trying for about a week, sometimes longer depending on their policy. The important thing is to make absolutely sure you can answer when they call back, because if you miss it multiple times, you might have to start over and pay again. I'd definitely recommend checking your email confirmation for the exact terms. Also, make sure your phone is charged and the volume is up during EDD business hours! The wait is nerve-wracking but these services are honestly a lifesaver compared to the alternative of calling manually. Hang in there! 📞
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Emma Thompson
•Thanks for the reassurance! A week sounds like plenty of time for them to get through. I'm definitely going to be extra careful about keeping my phone on and charged - the last thing I want is to miss the call after paying $20. It's crazy that we have to resort to these services, but you're absolutely right that it beats the manual calling nightmare. EDD's phone system is basically designed to make people give up! Appreciate you sharing your experience, it helps to know what to expect. 🙏
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Cole Roush
From what I've experienced with these callback services, the $20 typically covers their attempts to get you connected rather than being time-limited. Most services will keep trying for about 5-10 days, making multiple attempts throughout EDD's business hours. The key is being available when they call - if you miss it, they'll usually try a few more times, but after that you might have to pay again. I'd check your confirmation email for the specific terms of whichever service you used. Also, make sure your phone's ringer is on high and you're near it during 8 AM - 5 PM weekdays! I know it sucks having to pay just to reach a government office, but these services honestly do work better than the alternative. Stay strong - you'll get through eventually! 💪
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