after i had my issues with the card I switched to direct deposit for all future payments!! SOO much better, the money shows up in my account 1-2 days after certification. Highly recommend doing this as soon as you get access to your account!!

I'm going through the exact same thing right now! Filed in December, got approved, can see payments in my UI Online account, but still no card after 4 weeks. It's so stressful watching the money just sit there while bills pile up. I called Money Network yesterday and they said my card was mailed 3 weeks ago but "sometimes mail takes longer than expected" - not very helpful! I'm seriously considering requesting a replacement at this point even though I'm worried the original might show up right after. This whole system is so broken, why can't they just do direct deposit from the start instead of forcing everyone to wait for these cards?

good luck! hope he finds something soon

I'm in a similar situation right now and it's really scary! My benefits are ending next month and I'm terrified about what comes next. From what I've learned, those short work periods your husband did might not be enough for a new claim - you typically need to earn at least $1,300 in a single quarter. But definitely have him call EDD to get the exact calculation for his situation since every case is different. In the meantime, I'd suggest looking into emergency rental assistance programs through your county and food banks to help stretch your budget. Also, has he considered signing up with temp agencies? Even if it's not construction work, any income would help and could potentially build toward future UI eligibility. Hang in there - you're not alone in this struggle!

UPDATE: I called EDD this morning (took 27 attempts to get through) and finally spoke to someone who confirmed they have me down as "no contact made" for yesterday's interview. She said the interviewer's notes claim they "couldn't complete the call due to connection issues" but admitted it was done outside the scheduled window. She's escalated it to a supervisor to see if they can reschedule rather than making a determination without talking to me. I'm still going to file an appeal for this second interview just to be safe, but at least I have some documentation that I did answer and they acknowledged calling outside the window. Will update again if anything changes!

I'm so sorry you're going through this - it's incredibly frustrating! I had a similar experience last year where EDD called me 4 hours after my scheduled window while I was at a doctor's appointment. They left a 30-second voicemail saying I "missed" my interview and would be disqualified. What helped me was immediately calling back the number they called from (if it's not blocked) and explaining the situation. Sometimes you can reach the actual interviewer who called you, and they might be willing to note that you were available during the proper window. I also took screenshots of my call log showing exactly when they called versus when I was supposed to be available. The key thing is to appeal IMMEDIATELY - don't wait to see what they decide. You have 30 days from when they mail the disqualification notice, but the sooner you file, the better. In your appeal letter, be very specific about the scheduled times versus when they actually called, and emphasize that you were available during the proper window as instructed. Good luck with getting that supervisor to reschedule! Keep us posted on how it goes.

idk if this helps but I've heard some people have luck reaching out on Twitter. Might be worth a shot?

Hey Mateo, sorry to hear you're dealing with this mess. I went through something similar a few months ago. Here's what worked for me: I sent them a written request through the UI Online message center explaining that I missed the call and requesting a reschedule. Make sure to include your claim details and be polite but firm about needing the interview ASAP. Also, try calling the 2511 number (1-800-300-5616) around 8:02 AM - sometimes you can get through right after they open. In the meantime, keep certifying for benefits even though you're pending - you don't want to miss those deadlines. Hang in there, it's frustrating but most people do eventually get it sorted out!

One more thing - if EDD is claiming it was a voluntary quit without good cause, your son should specifically request the "Notice of Determination" form DE 1080CZ. This form will explain EXACTLY why they disqualified him. Sometimes they disqualify for reasons you wouldn't expect, and arguing the wrong point in an appeal can cause you to lose automatically. If he can't get through to request this form, that's another situation where the Claimyr service I mentioned can help. Being able to talk to an actual EDD representative makes a huge difference in understanding exactly what needs to be addressed in the appeal.

I've been following this thread and wanted to add something important that hasn't been mentioned yet. Since your son is now in Nevada, he should also consider filing for unemployment benefits in Nevada while his California appeal is pending. Nevada has different eligibility requirements and might approve benefits even if California doesn't. Many people don't realize you can have claims in multiple states simultaneously if you've worked in different states within the base period. Nevada's system might view his situation more favorably, especially since he's now actively seeking work there. Also, make sure he keeps detailed records of EVERY conversation with EDD - dates, times, representative names, and what was discussed. This documentation can be crucial if his case goes to a higher level appeal. I learned this the hard way when I had to go through three levels of appeals a few years back. The interstate claim process can be confusing, but Nevada's unemployment office is generally more responsive than California's. Worth exploring as a backup plan while fighting the California decision.