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I'll definitely include a waiver request with my appeals. My current job pays significantly less than I was making before unemployment, and I'm still catching up on bills from that period. Really hoping I can get this resolved without having to pay back money I don't have. Thank you for all your expert advice!
This is such a stressful situation but you're definitely not alone! I went through something similar in 2023 with 3 overpayment notices that made no sense. Here's what I learned: First, document EVERYTHING - take photos of when you received each notice (including the postmark dates). The appeal deadline is based on when you received them, not the date printed on the notice. Definitely try to get through to EDD by phone before filing appeals if possible. Sometimes these batch notices are system glitches. I've heard good things about using services like Claimyr to actually reach a human - might be worth it given the amount you're dealing with. If you do need to appeal, make sure to request your complete Payment Activity Detail report from EDD. This shows exactly what they have on record for your wage reporting vs what you actually reported. Any discrepancies there will be your smoking gun evidence. Also consider requesting a hardship waiver along with your appeals - even if some overpayment is legitimate, you might qualify for forgiveness based on financial hardship. The key is showing you reported everything in good faith. Don't let them intimidate you into just paying. $7,800 is a lot of money and if you reported correctly, you shouldn't owe it!
This is really solid advice! I'm definitely going to request that Payment Activity Detail report - I had no idea that existed and it sounds like exactly what I need to prove I reported everything correctly. The hardship waiver is also something I hadn't considered but makes total sense given my current financial situation. @9c0372ccdf4b Do you remember how long it took to get the Payment Activity report after you requested it? I'm trying to figure out my timeline since I need to file these appeals within 30 days but want to have as much documentation as possible. Also curious - when you said some of your notices were "system glitches," were you able to get those cancelled just by talking to someone on the phone, or did you still have to go through the formal appeal process?
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I went through something very similar last year! Had two weeks disqualified after my phone interview for "insufficient work search documentation" even though I had been keeping records. The key thing that helped me was being super specific in my appeal - I didn't just list companies I applied to, but included screenshots of the online applications, confirmation emails, and even rejection letters I received. The appeal hearing was actually pretty straightforward once I had all that documentation organized. It took about 6 weeks total to get resolved, but I did receive back pay for those disqualified weeks. Definitely keep certifying in the meantime like others have said - that was crucial for keeping my claim active. Good luck with the appeal process!
This is really encouraging to hear! I'm glad you were able to get it resolved and even got back pay. Six weeks sounds like a long time to wait, but it's good to know there's light at the end of the tunnel. We're definitely going to be super detailed with our documentation like you suggested - screenshots and confirmation emails are a great idea that I hadn't thought of. Thanks for sharing your experience!
I'm dealing with a similar situation right now - had my phone interview two weeks ago and three of my pending weeks just switched to disqualified yesterday. Like others mentioned, I'm still being asked to certify for new weeks which was confusing me too. Reading through these responses has been really helpful though! I haven't received my Notice of Determination yet but I'm checking my UI Online inbox daily. It's reassuring to know that disqualified weeks don't necessarily mean your whole claim is dead. The stress of not knowing what's happening while bills are piling up is the worst part. Definitely going to start documenting everything super carefully for future certifications based on the advice here. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences - it really helps to know we're not alone in this mess!
Hang in there! I'm new to this community but dealing with something really similar right now. My husband's claim just went through this exact same thing - two weeks switched from pending to disqualified after his phone interview, but he can still certify for new weeks. The stress is absolutely real, especially when you're trying to figure out how to pay bills while waiting for answers. From reading everyone's advice here, it sounds like the key things are: keep certifying no matter what, check for that Notice of Determination in your UI Online inbox to understand exactly why the weeks were disqualified, and start gathering really detailed documentation for any future certifications or appeals. I'm bookmarking this thread because all the advice about appeals and documentation has been super helpful. We're all in this together!
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I'm going through the exact same thing right now - filed my appeal in January and still waiting! Reading everyone's responses here has been really eye-opening. I had no idea about the assembly member option or the CUIAB system. McKenzie, have you tried any of these suggestions yet? I'm definitely going to call my assembly member's office first thing Monday morning. It's so frustrating that we have to jump through all these hoops just to get basic information about our own cases. The system really does seem designed to wear people down until they give up. Hang in there - sounds like most people eventually get their hearing and many win their appeals once they finally get in front of a judge.
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Does anyone know if you have to do more work search activities for the extension? I've been doing the regular 3 job applications per week, but I heard someone say it increases to 5 for extensions?
The work search requirements remain the same for extensions as they were for your regular claim. In California, you typically need to perform and document at least 3 work search activities per week, unless you have a Union hiring hall or return-to-work date. There's no increase in requirements specifically for extensions.
Just wanted to add that if your husband doesn't automatically qualify for Fed-ED, he might still be eligible for the Training Extension (TE) if he enrolls in an approved training program. The TE can provide up to 26 additional weeks of benefits while you're in training. You can find approved programs through the ETPL (Eligible Training Provider List) on CalJOBS. This could be a good backup option if the automatic extension doesn't come through. Also, some people have had luck contacting their local workforce development office for help navigating the extension process - they sometimes have direct lines to EDD that can help speed things up.
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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
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Millie Long
I went through the Bank of America identity verification process last month. You'll need to bring your physical ID (driver's license or state ID) and Social Security card. They'll ask you to verify personal information like your address, phone number, and some questions about your EDD claim. The whole process took about 15-20 minutes. Make sure to bring any EDD correspondence you've received too - it can help speed things up. Good luck!
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NeonNebula
•@Millie Long This is really reassuring to hear from someone who actually went through it! I ve'been putting this off because I wasn t'sure what to expect. When you say they asked questions about your EDD claim, were these things like when you filed, your previous employer, or more basic stuff? And did you need any specific EDD documents beyond just correspondence? Thanks for taking the time to share your experience!
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Zachary Hughes
•@Millie Long This is exactly what I needed to hear! I ve'been dreading this process but knowing it only takes 15-20 minutes makes me feel so much better. Did you need to schedule an appointment or could you just walk in? And were there any long wait times at the branch? I m'trying to plan the best time to go so I don t'waste the whole day there.
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