Has anyone tried going to an actual EDD office in person? wondering if thats faster

@Dylan Cooper - I went through the exact same thing a few months ago! The key is persistence and having multiple backup plans. Here's what finally worked for me: 1. Try the ID.me verification if you haven't already - sometimes it works better than EDD's own system 2. If that fails, gather EVERYTHING: driver's license, passport, utility bills, bank statements, tax returns - the more official docs the better 3. Call the technical support line (not the general number) - they're more equipped to handle verification issues specifically 4. Document everything - screenshot error messages, keep notes of who you talk to and when The whole process took me about 3 weeks, but I did get it resolved. Don't panic - this is unfortunately super common right now. You've got this! 💪

Bank of America is the absolute WORST for handling the EDD cards!!! when my claim ended they just shut down my account with NO WARNING and I couldn't see any of my old transactions. I had to call them like 7 times and finally got someone who told me I could request paper statements by mail but it would cost $5 per month I wanted. such a ripoff but I needed them for my taxes

I'm so sorry for your loss, Omar. Losing a loved one makes dealing with bureaucratic nightmares feel impossible - please don't blame yourself for not handling this sooner. I had a very similar 1099G discrepancy in 2020 (mine was off by about $6,000). What finally worked for me was getting my complete EDD claim history through their UI Online portal. If you can still log in, go to "History" and then "Payment Activity" - you can download a detailed report showing every single payment they issued. This report includes payment dates, amounts, and importantly, any payments that were "issued" but later reversed or cancelled. The key thing I discovered was that EDD sometimes reports payments on the 1099G that were initially authorized but then clawed back due to eligibility issues or system errors. These "phantom payments" still show up on tax documents even though the money never actually reached your account. If you can't access UI Online anymore, you can request this same payment history by calling EDD and asking specifically for a "detailed payment activity report" rather than just general account information. The rep you spoke to who mentioned "funds were released" might have been referring to this exact issue. This report was accepted by both the IRS and my tax preparer as proof of actual benefits received, and I was able to amend my return successfully. Good luck!

I'm going through something similar right now! I retired from the Navy in December 2024 and filed for UI in January. Same exact situation - my pension hasn't started yet due to DFAS processing delays, but I'm also showing $0 for my recent certifications. Based on what everyone's saying here, it sounds like we both probably have eligibility interviews scheduled. I just checked my UI Online and sure enough, there's a notice there I missed before. One thing I learned from talking to other veterans is to start documenting your job search activities NOW if you haven't already. Keep a spreadsheet with company names, job titles, application dates, and how you applied. The EDD interview will want specific details about your efforts to find work. Also, don't stress too much about the pension reporting - you're doing it right by not reporting income you haven't received yet. The $0 payments are almost certainly due to the standard review process they do for military retirees, not because you made an error. Hang in there - sounds like once we get through these interviews, we'll get all the back payments we're owed!

I'm a fellow Marine who retired in 2023 and went through this exact same situation! The $0 payments are definitely due to the eligibility interview hold, not anything you did wrong with pension reporting. You're absolutely correct not to report pension income until you actually receive it. A few tips from my experience: - The eligibility interview took about 4-5 weeks to get scheduled for me - They'll ask detailed questions about your job search efforts, so start keeping records NOW (company names, positions, dates, application methods) - Emphasize how your Marine Corps skills transfer to civilian roles you're targeting - Mention any veteran job resources you're using (USAJobs, CorporateGray, HireVeterans.com, etc.) - Be prepared to explain your availability and willingness to work different shifts/locations The interview itself was pretty straightforward - they just want to verify you're genuinely seeking employment and not treating this as extended leave. Once I completed it, all my held payments were released within a week. Your pension situation will be handled separately later when DFAS actually starts paying you. At that point, EDD will only deduct about 50% of your weekly pension amount from your UI benefits. Stay strong, Marine - this bureaucratic hurdle is just part of the transition process. You'll get through it and receive your back pay. Semper Fi!

Good luck with your application! You've got all the right documentation and a solid understanding of how to present your case. One small tip - when you explain your situation during the eligibility interview, lead with "I quit my job solely because I had a firm job offer starting September 6th, which was then unexpectedly delayed to October 24th." Make that the very first thing you say so they understand the context right away. Also, don't stress too much about the interview itself - the EDD representatives deal with these situations regularly and they're usually pretty understanding when you have clear documentation like you do. Just stick to the facts and timeline. Keep us posted on how it goes!

Mason, you've received excellent advice here! As someone who went through a similar delayed start situation about a year ago, I wanted to add one more tip that really helped me: when you call EDD (or use Claimyr to get through), ask specifically about the timeline for your eligibility interview. In my case, I was initially told it would be 3-4 weeks, but when I explained that I had all my documentation ready and that my situation was straightforward (quit only due to confirmed employment that got delayed), they were able to expedite my interview to the following week. Sometimes being proactive and showing you're organized can help move things along faster. Also, don't be surprised if the EDD rep asks you detailed questions about why you didn't try to negotiate staying at your old job longer once you found out about the delay. Just be honest that you had already given proper notice and your previous employer had likely already made arrangements for your replacement. This is a common question they ask to make sure you explored all options. You're doing everything right by applying immediately and gathering all that documentation. This type of employer-caused delay is exactly what the good cause quit provision covers. Wishing you a smooth process!

does anyone know if u need a lawyer for these appeal hearings? i keep getting mail from lawyers offering to represent me but idk if its worth the $$$

I just went through this process and won my appeal in January! My timeline was about 7 weeks total - 3 weeks to get the hearing notice, hearing scheduled 2 weeks later, and decision came 2 weeks after that. The good news is that once I won, I got ALL my back payments within a week, which really helped after months of financial stress. A few things that helped me: I created a simple timeline document with dates of everything that happened leading to my termination. I also got a letter from HR confirming it was a layoff (even though my manager had initially reported it wrong to EDD). During the hearing, I stayed super calm and just stuck to the facts - let my documentation do the talking. The judge seemed to appreciate that I was organized and prepared. Hang in there - I know the waiting is brutal but if you were truly laid off and have any proof at all, you should be fine. The system is slow but it does work when you have the facts on your side!