Just to follow up on the original question - I've helped several people navigate this exact situation recently. File your claim after June 14th, but start preparing now by gathering these documents: 1. Your notice of layoff/termination from Tesla 2. Documentation showing your severance arrangement through June 14th 3. Pay stubs from before the layoff (for income verification) 4. Any WARN notice if you received one When you file, you'll create your UI Online account, which is where you'll certify for benefits every two weeks after your claim is established. The system will calculate your weekly benefit amount based on your highest-earning quarter during the base period (typically the 12-15 months before filing).

I went through almost this exact same situation when I got laid off from a tech company in 2022. I made the mistake of filing too early while still receiving severance and it created a huge headache with EDD. They made me repay benefits I had already received and it took months to sort out. Definitely wait until after June 14th to file - you're technically still employed until then since you're receiving regular salary. One thing I wish someone had told me is to take screenshots of your Tesla employee portal showing your termination date and severance details before you lose access. EDD sometimes asks for proof of these dates later and it's much easier if you have the documentation saved ahead of time. Also, start job searching now even though you can't file for benefits yet. The job market is pretty competitive right now and getting a head start on applications won't hurt. Good luck!

Thanks everyone for the advice and sharing your experiences! I'm feeling much better about the interview now. I'm going to call again on Monday morning to specifically request the conditional payments and make sure they're noted in my file. I'll have all my documentation ready for the interview - lease agreement, utility bills, and proof of when I submitted my address change online. I appreciate knowing what to expect during the interview too - sounds like it should be pretty straightforward as long as I have everything prepared. I'll definitely check out Claimyr if I have trouble getting through on Monday. Will update after I get this resolved!

I went through this same situation about 6 months ago! The conditional payments are legit - I got mine on a Tuesday just like everyone said. The key thing is making sure you explicitly ask for them when you call Monday. Don't just assume they'll happen automatically. For the interview, I was super nervous too but it really was straightforward. They asked me to confirm my identity, explain why the mail was returned, and verify my current address. I had my lease agreement and a recent utility bill ready, which was exactly what they wanted to see. The whole call took maybe 10 minutes. One tip: when you call Monday, ask them to put a note in your file about exactly when you updated your address online. That helped show I was being proactive about keeping my info current. After my interview, everything went back to normal processing times. You've got this!

Update us when you find out what caused the disqualification. It'll help others who might run into the same issue. And don't worry - this happens quite often and is usually fixable. Did you receive any notices in your UI Online inbox? Sometimes they send a DE 4800 explaining the disqualification reason, though it can take several days to appear.

That's such great news! I'm so glad you were able to get it resolved quickly. This is exactly why I always tell people not to give up - most of these disqualifications really are just misunderstandings about how to answer the certification questions. For anyone else reading this, the key lesson here is that you should generally answer "yes" to being available for work even if you had a brief appointment or emergency, and then explain the specific circumstances in the comments section if needed. Thanks for updating us with the resolution!

my friend had almost the same thing happen at a smoothie place!! but she waitd too long to file and missed out on like 6 weeks of benefits they told her she could have got if she filed right away... dont wait!! file asap becuz they dont backdate claims anymore unless u have a really good reason

Just wanted to add - make sure you keep track of your job search efforts while your claim is pending! EDD requires you to apply for jobs and keep records even during the application process. Also, if you haven't already, try reaching out to your old managers/supervisors from before the ownership change - they might be willing to provide a reference or even a statement about how you were a good employee with consistent hours before the new owners took over. This could help if there's any dispute about your work history. The whole situation sucks but you definitely have a solid case for unemployment benefits!

Just a helpful reminder for everyone dealing with EDD overpayments - always keep detailed records of everything. Save screenshots of your account before any system updates, keep all letters they send you, and note the name of every representative you speak with along with the date and time. Since tax refund intercepts involve both EDD and the Treasury Department, the process can take longer than the standard timeframes they quote. In my experience working with clients, the best approach is polite persistence. Call once a week to check status until it's resolved.

Just want to add that if you're still having trouble getting through to EDD, try calling right after lunch around 1:30-2:00pm. I've noticed the hold times are sometimes shorter then compared to first thing in the morning when everyone calls. Also, if you get disconnected while on hold (which happens way too often), immediately call back - sometimes they'll put you back in the queue at a higher priority. One more tip - when you do get through, ask the rep to email you a summary of what was discussed and any case numbers they reference. This has saved me multiple times when I've had to call back and explain the situation to a different person. The turnover there is pretty high so having documentation helps a lot.