I work as a volunteer advocate helping people navigate EDD issues, and I want to add a few important points to what's already been shared: First, don't give up hope entirely. While 16 months is definitely challenging, I've seen cases where people got partial backdating for severe medical situations. The key is focusing on the period where you have the strongest documentation. Second, when you submit your DE 1181 form, write a detailed timeline explaining exactly how your medical condition prevented you from filing. Don't just say "I was sick" - explain specifically how pregnancy complications affected your ability to complete the application process (hospitalization dates, bed rest periods, etc.). Third, if your initial backdating request gets denied, you have appeal rights. Many people don't know this, but you can request a hearing with an administrative law judge who may be more sympathetic to your circumstances than the initial reviewer. Finally, even if you only get 2-3 months backdated, that's still significant money that can help with your medical bills. Stay persistent but realistic about expectations. Good luck!

I'm new to this community but wanted to share what I learned from my own backdating experience earlier this year. I was able to get 10 weeks backdated due to documented mental health crisis following a family tragedy, but it took 3 months of persistent follow-up. A few tips that helped me: 1) When you call EDD, ask specifically for the "backdating department" - don't just accept talking to the first agent. 2) Keep detailed records of every phone call (date, time, agent name if they give it, what was discussed). 3) Submit your DE 1181 form through multiple channels - online, fax, AND certified mail to create a paper trail. Also, pregnancy complications are considered a legitimate medical reason for backdating, especially if you have documentation of severe symptoms like hyperemesis gravidarum or hospitalization. Focus on the months where you have the strongest medical evidence rather than trying for the full 16 months. One last thing - if you get approved for any backdating, make sure to ask about getting your waiting week waived too. Many people forget about this and miss out on that extra week of benefits. Stay strong and don't give up!

Hey everyone - just wanted to update that my payment just hit my account this morning (Wednesday) at around 5am. So exactly one day later than normal due to the holiday. Hope everyone else got theirs too!

Glad to see everyone's payments came through! This is such a common issue that happens every holiday - I've been dealing with EDD for over a year now and it catches me off guard every single time. You'd think they'd send out some kind of notice or at least put a banner on the website warning people about holiday delays. Would save everyone so much stress and anxiety! For future reference, I always check the federal holiday calendar at the beginning of each month so I know when to expect delays.

Does anyone know if edd has a duty to notify claimants of interview for eligibility issues discovered at beginning of benefit year yet waited 18 mos after last payment . Subsequently they called and number was disconnected so they made determination to my acct for a staggering 25000$+ filed summary judgment to levy and garnish . I had no idea until I filed for ui recently. Just wondering if I can raise due process violation with superior court …

Glad to hear your payment came through! For future reference for anyone reading this thread: EDD payments typically follow this timeline: 1. Certification processing: 24-48 hours after you certify 2. Status changes to "paid" in UI Online: Usually same day or next day after processing 3. Bank of America processes the transfer: 24 hours 4. Your bank processes the incoming deposit: 24-48 hours depending on your bank So from certification to deposit can take 2-4 days in normal circumstances. Holiday weekends, system maintenance, or high volume periods can add delays. As long as your status shows "paid" in the portal, the money is on its way!

I'm new to the EDD system and just certified for the first time this past Sunday. Reading through everyone's experiences here is really reassuring! I was getting worried when I didn't see my deposit this morning, but it sounds like delays of a few hours are totally normal. My status shows "paid" so I guess I just need to be patient. Thanks everyone for sharing your timelines - it's so helpful to know what to expect as someone who's never dealt with this before!

I'm going through the exact same nightmare right now! Filed in late January and it's like my claim just vanished into thin air. The most infuriating part is when you finally get through to someone and they act like they're doing you a huge favor by looking at your account, only to tell you to "keep waiting" with no actual timeline. What really gets me is how they can just hold up people's livelihood for months without any accountability. We're talking about rent, groceries, basic survival needs - not some optional government service. The stress of not knowing when (or if) this will get resolved is honestly worse than being unemployed in the first place. I'm definitely going to try the assembly member suggestion after reading these responses. It's ridiculous that we have to go to elected officials just to get a basic government service to function, but at this point I'll try anything. Thanks to everyone sharing their experiences and advice - at least knowing we're not alone in this mess helps a little bit.

I'm so sorry you're going through this - the whole EDD "recompute" situation is absolutely maddening! I went through something similar last year where my claim was stuck for 7 weeks with the exact same symptoms (no weeks to certify, $0 everything, complete radio silence). Here's what I learned: when they say "supervisors need to recompute," it usually means there's a wage verification issue or employment history discrepancy that got flagged in their system. The problem is their automated system can't resolve it, but human specialists can fix it in minutes once they actually look at your case. A few things that helped me: - Document EVERYTHING (dates, times, rep names, reference numbers) - When calling, specifically ask for "wage and claim determination specialist" - If you get the runaround, politely but firmly ask to speak with a supervisor - File a "Request for Information" through UI Online even if it seems pointless The assembly member route that others mentioned here is golden - my friend used that approach and got her claim resolved within a week after months of waiting. Don't feel bad about "bothering" them - constituent services for stuff like this is literally part of their job. Hang in there! The system is broken but your claim will eventually get processed. The backpay when it finally comes through will include everything you're owed.