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UPDATE: I finally got through! I took the advice about trying late at night (went online at 11:30pm) and turned off all my browser extensions. The site was actually much faster and I was able to complete my entire application! Now it says my claim is processing and I should receive something in the mail within 10 days. Thanks everyone for your help - this community is amazing!
So glad you got it working! I was having the same issue last week and was about to give up. Your success story gives me hope that persistence pays off. Quick question - when you say you turned off browser extensions, did you disable ALL of them or just specific ones like ad blockers? I have a password manager that I'd hate to turn off but will if I need to.
@Ethan Clark I turned off everything just to be safe - ad blockers, password managers, even my VPN. I know it s'a pain but the EDD site is so finicky that any extension can cause issues. You can always re-enable them after you submit. Better to be safe than sorry when you re'dealing with such an unreliable system! The whole process took me about 45 minutes once I got it working smoothly.
I'm going through the exact same nightmare right now! Been trying for 4 days straight and keep getting error messages or the site just freezes during the income verification section. It's so frustrating when you desperately need benefits and the system designed to help you is completely broken. Reading through all these responses gives me some hope though - I'm definitely going to try the late night approach and disable all my browser extensions. Has anyone had success with the mobile app version, or is the regular mobile site through a browser better? Also really considering the in-person office visit if I can't get through online by this weekend.
I feel your pain! I went through the same ordeal a few months back. The mobile browser site worked better for me than trying to use any app - just make sure you're using Chrome or Safari on your phone. One thing that really helped was keeping a document with all my info ready to copy/paste quickly before the session timed out. Also, if you do end up going to the office, call ahead to see if they're doing walk-ins that day or if you need an appointment. Some locations have specific days for unemployment claims. Don't give up - it's worth the hassle once you finally get through!
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As someone who just went through this transition from Marine Corps active duty to reserves about 6 months ago, I can definitely relate to your concerns! The anxiety about getting it wrong is real - I spent weeks worrying about it before my first certification. Here's what worked for me: I kept a simple spreadsheet tracking my drill dates and when I actually received payment. This made certification much easier because I could quickly reference exactly when money hit my account. Also, don't forget that drill pay usually comes in two parts - your base pay and any special pays - and they might arrive on different dates. One more tip: if you're doing online job applications while collecting benefits, keep screenshots of those too. EDD sometimes asks for proof that you're actively seeking work, and having that documentation ready can save you headaches later. The transition period is tough enough without stressing about benefits. You're asking all the right questions upfront, which puts you way ahead of where I was. Thank you for your service, and best of luck with both the reserves and finding civilian employment!
This spreadsheet idea is genius! I'm definitely going to set that up before my first drill. You're right about the stress - I keep second-guessing myself on every little detail. The tip about drill pay coming in multiple parts is something I hadn't considered either. My recruiter mentioned something about base pay vs drill pay but I didn't think about them potentially arriving on different dates. That could really complicate the reporting if I'm not tracking it properly. Thanks for the encouragement and the practical advice - it's so helpful to hear from people who've actually been through this process successfully!
Hey Keisha! Former Army National Guard here - went through a similar transition a couple years back. One thing I haven't seen mentioned yet is to make sure you understand the difference between your "battle assembly" weekends (regular drill) and any additional duty days you might pick up. Sometimes units offer extra training opportunities or make-up drills that pay differently and might affect your benefits timeline. Also, when you do start working with civilians who don't understand military schedules, be prepared to explain why you're unavailable one weekend per month. I had a few interviews where employers seemed confused about reserve commitments. Having your drill schedule upfront can actually work in your favor - shows you're organized and committed. The EDD reporting is definitely the trickiest part, but you're smart to get it right from the start. Keep all your military documents organized in one place - LES statements, orders, training certificates, everything. EDD audits can happen months later and having that paper trail ready makes all the difference. Hang in there - the transition gets easier once you find your rhythm with both civilian work and reserve duties. Thank you for your service!
This is such great advice about the different types of drill pay! I hadn't even thought about make-up drills or additional training days potentially having different reporting requirements. My unit mentioned there might be some extra training opportunities coming up, so I'll definitely need to ask about how those are paid compared to regular battle assemblies. The point about being upfront with potential employers about reserve commitments is really smart too - I was actually wondering how to handle that in interviews without it seeming like a negative. Framing it as showing organization and commitment is a much better approach than apologetically mentioning it. Thanks for the reminder about keeping all military docs organized - I've been pretty good about that during active duty but I can see how it becomes even more important during this transition period when dealing with multiple pay systems and benefit requirements.
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I'm going through something similar right now - had my hearing 3 weeks ago and the waiting is absolutely brutal! From what I've gathered reading through all these responses, it sounds like 4-6 weeks is pretty typical for the decision letter. What really struck me is how many people mentioned that even after winning, you have to stay on top of EDD to actually implement the changes. I'm already preparing myself for that battle. The fraud designation is what really gets me too - like you, I reported everything accurately and they're acting like I'm some kind of criminal. Hang in there, and definitely save all those phone numbers and tips people shared here. Sounds like we're going to need them!
It's so reassuring to hear from someone going through the exact same thing right now! The waiting really is the worst part - I keep oscillating between hope and panic every day. You're absolutely right about the fraud designation being infuriating. It feels like they're calling us liars when we followed all the rules. I've been keeping a detailed log of everything I reported and when, just in case I need it later. Thanks for the encouragement - we've got this! Definitely going to bookmark all these helpful tips from everyone. Keep me posted on how your case goes if you don't mind sharing updates!
@Abigail Patel Exactly! The fraud label is what really gets under my skin - like we re'criminals for trying to survive during a pandemic. I ve'been documenting everything too, including screenshots of every wage report I submitted. One thing that s'helped my anxiety a bit is reading about how many people here actually won their appeals. It gives me hope that the judges can see through EDD s'bogus accusations. Definitely keeping you in my thoughts as we both wait for our decisions! This community has been a lifesaver for feeling less alone in this mess.
I'm in the exact same boat right now! Had my hearing on September 28th for a $4,200 overpayment that I absolutely do not owe - I was meticulous about reporting my part-time earnings every week. It's been almost 4 weeks now and I'm going crazy checking the mail every day. The judge seemed to understand that EDD made an error in their calculations, but you never know for sure until that letter arrives. Reading everyone's experiences here is both comforting and terrifying - sounds like even winning is just the beginning of the battle! I've already bookmarked all the phone numbers and tips people shared because I have a feeling I'm going to need them. The stress of this whole process is unreal. Hoping we both get good news soon and that EDD actually follows through on implementing whatever the judges decide!
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I went through this exact same situation about 6 months ago! The questionnaire and eligibility review is actually pretty standard - they have to do it whenever someone was terminated to make sure it wasn't for misconduct that would disqualify you from benefits. When you call, they'll basically go through your questionnaire responses with you again and might ask for clarification on specific points. The key things that helped me: 1) Have all your termination paperwork ready (termination letter, final pay stub, etc.), 2) Write down a clear timeline of events leading up to your firing, 3) Be completely honest but stick to the facts - don't get emotional or badmouth your former employer. The call took about 30 minutes for me, and I got my determination letter 2 weeks later (approved!). The waiting is definitely the hardest part, but most people who weren't fired for serious misconduct do get approved. Try calling first thing in the morning - I got through around 8:05 AM on my third try. You've got this! 💪
This is such great advice! The timeline and preparation tips are really helpful. I'm especially glad to hear about the 8:05 AM success - I've been dreading trying to get through but knowing there's a strategy that worked gives me hope. The point about sticking to facts and not getting emotional is something I definitely need to remember. When you say "serious misconduct," do you have a sense of what kinds of things would actually disqualify someone? I'm pretty sure my situation doesn't fall into that category, but it would help ease my anxiety to know more about where they draw the line.
I'm actually going through something similar right now! Just submitted my termination questionnaire last week and I'm already anxious about what comes next. Reading through all these responses has been really reassuring though - it sounds like this eligibility review process is way more common than I initially thought. I've been gathering all my documentation (termination letter, final paystub, any relevant emails) and writing down a clear timeline of what happened leading up to my firing. One thing I'm wondering - for those of you who successfully got through this process, did EDD end up contacting your former employer directly as part of their review? I'm curious if they do their own fact-checking or if they mainly rely on what you and your employer initially reported. Thanks for sharing all your experiences - it's really helping me feel more prepared for when I make that call! 🙏
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That's amazing news! So glad you got through and figured out what was causing the issue. The driver's license renewal discrepancy makes total sense - it's frustrating that such a minor thing can lock you out for months, but at least now you know what happened. Make sure to backdate those certifications for the weeks you were eligible before starting the canvassing job, and don't forget to report your canvassing earnings accurately when you get to those weeks. This is such a helpful update for anyone else dealing with similar ID verification nightmares - sometimes it really is just a data mismatch that needs manual review. Congrats on finally breaking through the EDD maze!
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NebulaNomad
•This is such great news! I'm so relieved for you that you finally got through and resolved the issue. The driver's license renewal thing is so frustrating - who would have thought that updating your license could cause such a headache with EDD? It really shows how their automated systems can create problems that require human intervention to fix. Your experience is going to be incredibly helpful for others dealing with similar lockouts. Thanks for taking the time to update us all - it gives hope to people still stuck in the same situation!
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Laura Lopez
Wow, what a relief that you finally got through! Your update is incredibly valuable - I never would have thought that a driver's license renewal could cause an identity verification lockout. It's so frustrating that EDD's system can't handle something as routine as updating your license without flagging your account. The fact that you had to wait months and jump through so many hoops for what was essentially a data synchronization issue is ridiculous. Thanks for sharing the resolution - this thread is going to help so many people who are dealing with similar mysterious account locks. Make sure to save all your documentation from this process in case you run into any other issues during your back-certification!
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Yara Nassar
•This is such a perfect example of how broken EDD's automated systems are! A simple license renewal should never cause months of lockout hell. I'm dealing with a similar identity verification nightmare right now and this thread has been incredibly helpful. The specific phone number for the ID verification department and the tip about calling exactly at 8 AM are game-changers. It's ridiculous that we have to become experts in navigating their broken system just to get the benefits we're entitled to, but at least we're helping each other figure it out. Thanks for following up with the resolution - it gives me hope that there's actually a way through this mess!
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