Great to hear so many people are finally getting their forms! For anyone still waiting, I'd suggest also checking your mailing address on file with EDD. Sometimes if there's any discrepancy with your address, it can delay both online and paper delivery. You can update it through UI Online under "Contact Information." Also, if you moved recently and didn't update your address, that could be causing the delay. The paper forms are supposed to be mailed by January 31st too, so if you haven't received either digital or physical copy, definitely worth double-checking your address is current.

I'm in the exact same situation! Been checking daily for over a week now and nothing. Really frustrating since I have my tax appointment scheduled for next week too. Based on what everyone's saying here, it sounds like they're releasing them in batches, so hopefully we'll see ours soon. I'm going to try calling that 1-866-333-4606 number someone mentioned to see if I can get it expedited. Thanks for posting this - at least now I know it's not just me!

I'm actually dealing with a very similar situation right now! Got disqualified when switching from disability back to UI because I didn't realize I needed medical clearance documentation. Just like you, I submitted my appeal with the doctor's note and a detailed explanation letter about 2 weeks ago. My status also changed from "disqualification" to "appeal" and I've been wondering the same thing - is this good news, bad news, or just neutral? Reading through all these responses is really helpful, especially hearing from @4ae5077595c6 who seems to know the system well. The 2-3 week timeline for pre-appeal review gives me some hope that we might hear something soon. I'm trying not to get too anxious about it, but it's hard when you're waiting for benefits you really need. At least we both have the documentation they originally asked for now, which seems to put us in a better position than if we were appealing empty-handed. Fingers crossed that both our cases get resolved during that pre-appeal review phase and we can avoid the whole hearing process altogether!

I'm seeing a lot of great advice here, but wanted to add one important tip that helped me when I was in a similar situation: keep copies of EVERYTHING you've submitted to EDD, including dates and confirmation numbers if you have them. I learned this the hard way when EDD claimed they never received my appeal paperwork (even though I had submitted it). Having detailed records and confirmation numbers saved me from having to start the whole process over again. Also, if you submitted your appeal online, take screenshots of the confirmation page. The fact that your status changed to "appeal" is actually a good sign - it means they've acknowledged receiving your paperwork and it's officially in their system. Now it's just a matter of waiting for that pre-appeal review. Given that you now have the exact documentation they originally requested (the doctor's note), I'd say you have a pretty solid chance of getting this resolved without a hearing. Hang in there! The EDD system is frustrating, but cases like yours with clear documentation issues tend to work out once you provide what they need.

I'm going through something very similar right now! My hours got reduced from 35 to 20 per week because I can't work weekends anymore due to caring for my elderly parent. Reading through all these responses has been incredibly helpful - I had no idea partial unemployment was even an option. From what everyone is saying, it sounds like the key is documenting everything and being clear about your continued availability during your unrestricted hours. @Omar Fawzi - your approach of emphasizing the 60 hours of weekly availability you have is really smart. I'm going to use that same strategy when I file my claim. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences and advice. This community is amazing for helping people navigate these complicated situations!

I'm dealing with a somewhat similar situation and this thread has been incredibly eye-opening! My employer reduced my hours from 32 to 18 per week after I requested accommodation for a back injury that prevents me from lifting over 25 lbs. They claim they "don't have enough light-duty work" but I see them hiring new people for desk positions that I could easily do. Reading everyone's advice about documenting everything and emphasizing availability during unrestricted hours is so helpful. I had no idea that a 20% reduction qualified for partial benefits - mine is over 40% so I'm definitely going to file a claim. One question for those who've been through this: how detailed should I be about the medical restriction when filing? Should I mention specific limitations (no lifting over 25 lbs) or keep it more general? I have all the medical documentation but don't want to overshare if it might hurt my case. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences - this community is amazing for helping navigate these stressful situations!

I feel your pain! I was in almost the exact same situation a few months ago - got approval on a Friday afternoon and was desperately hoping it would hit over the weekend. Unfortunately, like others have said, it didn't show up until Tuesday morning (Monday was a holiday). One thing I learned is that you can sometimes see pending transactions in your online banking even if the funds aren't available yet. It at least gives you peace of mind knowing it's in the system. Also, if you're really strapped for cash this weekend, some food banks don't require income verification and can help bridge the gap. I know it's not ideal, but sometimes you gotta do what you gotta do when EDD leaves you hanging. Hope Monday brings good news for you! The waiting game is brutal but you're almost there.

That's actually great news that you can see it pending in your Wells Fargo account! That means EDD did successfully submit the payment and it's just waiting for the banking system to process it. I've been in similar situations and seeing that pending status is honestly the best confirmation you can get on a Friday afternoon. Wells Fargo typically releases EDD funds early Monday morning, usually between 6-9 AM in my experience. Since it's already showing as pending, you should definitely see it available first thing Monday. The fact that it hit the pending status so quickly after your call is actually a good sign - sometimes it can take 24 hours just to show up as pending. Hang in there over the weekend! You're basically at the finish line now that it's in the system.

Just want to add my experience for anyone still struggling with this - I had the exact same silent call issue three times before I figured out what was happening. Turns out my phone's automatic noise cancellation was somehow interfering with the EDD system. Once I turned that off in my phone settings and also disabled any call recording apps I had running, the next call went through perfectly. Also echoing what others said about calling right at 8 AM - I set multiple alarms for 7:55 AM and had the number already dialed and ready to hit send. Got through on the first try that way! The whole process is incredibly frustrating but these little technical details can make a huge difference.

I'm new to the EDD process and reading through all these comments is both helpful and terrifying! 😅 It sounds like getting through is basically a full-time job itself. I'm planning to file my claim next week after my last day of work, so I'm trying to gather all the tips I can. From what I'm seeing here, the key seems to be: call exactly at 8 AM, have all documents ready, max volume, landline if possible, and be prepared to wait forever. Quick question - should I try the online portal first before attempting to call, or just skip straight to the phone method? Thanks to everyone sharing their experiences, this community is a lifesaver! 🙏