Thanks everyone for the advice. I think I'm going to document everything about how this job was misrepresented and the issues I'm having. I'll try addressing it with my manager first to see if things improve, and keep all communication in writing. If I do end up quitting, at least I'll have some documentation for the eligibility interview. I really appreciate all the responses.

Just wanted to add that timing matters too. The fact that you've only been there a week or two might actually work in your favor if you can show the job was seriously misrepresented. EDD looks at whether you had a reasonable opportunity to evaluate the position before accepting it. If they told you one thing in the interview and the reality is completely different, that's stronger evidence of misrepresentation than if you stayed for months before complaining. Also, keep track of any health impacts - if the stress or conditions are affecting your physical/mental health, get that documented by a doctor. Medical evidence can be really powerful in these cases.

This is such a relief to read! I've been beating my head against the wall trying to reach EDD for 6 weeks straight. My claim has been stuck on "pending" since I filed and I was starting to think I'd never see any money. I had no clue that Assembly Members could bypass the regular EDD phone nightmare. Just looked up my district rep and they actually have a whole section on their website specifically for EDD problems with step-by-step instructions on what info to include. Reading through everyone's experiences here, it sounds like even when it takes a couple weeks, it's still way faster and more reliable than trying to get through on the phone. I'm definitely submitting a request first thing Monday morning. Thank you so much for sharing this - you probably just saved me months of frustration! Will update here once I hear back from their office.

Wow, this is exactly what I needed to see right now! I've been stuck for 4 weeks with an identity verification hold and I was starting to lose hope. Called EDD probably 50+ times and either get disconnected or told they can't help over the phone. I had no idea Assembly Members could actually do anything about EDD issues - honestly thought they just dealt with like voting stuff and local politics. Just found my rep's contact info and they have an online form specifically for unemployment issues. Going to fill it out tonight and hopefully hear something back soon. Really appreciate you sharing this because I was about to give up entirely. The fact that multiple people in the comments confirm it actually works gives me hope that maybe there's light at the end of this tunnel. Will definitely update once I try it - fingers crossed I get results like yours!

To give you the most accurate information: California Unemployment Insurance Code Section 1952 and the CUIAB regulations require that all parties have access to the same evidence. The purpose is to ensure a fair hearing where both sides can prepare responses to any documents presented. However, you do have options: 1. You can withdraw your appeal entirely if you're concerned about the evidence being shared. 2. You can request to withdraw specific evidence you've already submitted (though this may weaken your case). 3. You can ask the judge about confidentiality concerns at the beginning of the hearing. Be aware that option #3 rarely results in evidence being kept confidential unless there are very specific legal grounds (like domestic violence protection orders). The fundamental principle of these hearings is that both sides can see and respond to all evidence.

One more thing I just remembered from my hearing - they actually mailed copies of ALL my evidence to my former employer about a week before the hearing. So even if you try to withdraw it now, if they've already sent it out, the damage might be done. Just FYI. The CUIAB process is VERY formal and follows strict legal procedures. This isn't like regular EDD stuff.

Hi Gabe! I went through this exact same situation a few months ago. The "pending medical form from provider" status means EDD is waiting for your doctor to submit the medical certification (Part B) that goes with your disability claim. Here's what helped me speed up the process: 1) Call your doctor's office and confirm they have your receipt number, 2) Ask them specifically when they plan to submit it (some offices batch these weekly), and 3) Request they fax it directly to EDD rather than mail it to avoid delays. In my case, once my doctor faxed the form, it took about 3-4 business days for my status to update online. Don't be afraid to be persistent with follow-ups - your benefits depend on it! Good luck!

Hey Gabe! I just went through this same thing last month. "Pending medical form from provider" means your doctor hasn't submitted Part B of your disability claim yet. Here's what worked for me: I called my doctor's office and found out they were waiting for some additional info from me that I didn't realize they needed. Make sure to ask them specifically what they need and if there are any missing pieces. Also, I learned that some medical offices only process these forms on certain days of the week, so asking about their timeline really helps. Once my doctor finally submitted it, my status updated within about 5 business days. The waiting is frustrating but stay on top of both your doctor's office and checking your EDD account regularly. You've got this!

That's awesome! Thanks for updating us. This is exactly why being proactive pays off with EDD issues.

So glad to hear you got it resolved! This is such a common issue and your experience will definitely help others who find themselves in the same situation. The key takeaways seem to be: document everything, be proactive in contacting EDD to explain the situation, and don't panic if they call outside their scheduled window - it happens all the time and doesn't automatically disqualify you. Thanks for sharing the update and showing that persistence pays off with EDD!