Hey OP, don't forget to check if your employer offers any additional maternity benefits. Some companies have their own disability insurance that might be easier to deal with than EDD.

Been through this exact situation! A few additional tips that helped me: 1. If you have your marriage certificate or legal name change docs ready, you can sometimes upload them directly through the EDD portal which might be faster than mailing. 2. Consider calling EDD to confirm they received your documents before submitting your disability claim - saves you from potential delays later. 3. Keep your old name handy when you call/apply initially, since their system might still show your previous name until it's fully updated. Also, start gathering your medical documentation for the disability claim while you're waiting for the name change to process. That way you're ready to go once everything's updated! Good luck with everything! 🍀

If you do end up needing to file a claim after another separation, make sure you're extremely precise when answering the question about why you're no longer working. The exact wording matters significantly for how your claim is processed. If you select "fired" or "discharged," EDD automatically flags your claim for an eligibility interview. Instead, if the employer told you it "wasn't a good fit" without citing specific policy violations, the most accurate selection would be "laid off/no work available" - because essentially they're saying your specific position is no longer available to you, not that you committed misconduct. Also, start keeping a work journal now. Document all interactions, feedback (positive and negative), and any strange vibes you're getting. This documentation can be invaluable if you need to explain your side during an eligibility interview.

I went through something similar about 2 years ago - had 3 different jobs in 8 months and was terrified EDD would deny my claim. What really helped me was understanding that EDD's main concern is whether YOU did something wrong, not whether you've had bad luck with employers. Here's what I learned from my experience: - Keep all your termination paperwork, even if it just says "not working out" - If possible, get your separation reason in writing via email - During any eligibility interview, focus on what you DID do right (showed up on time, completed tasks, followed policies) - Don't overthink the "pattern" - each job separation is evaluated separately My eligibility interview was actually pretty straightforward. The EDD rep asked basic questions like "What did your employer tell you about why you were being let go?" and "Were there any warnings or disciplinary actions?" Since I could honestly say no misconduct was involved, I got approved. The worst part was the waiting and uncertainty, but the actual process wasn't as scary as I'd built it up to be. Hang in there and try not to stress too much about something that might not even happen!

UPDATE: I finally got through! I took everyone's advice and tried at 1am using my phone data instead of WiFi, and it worked! The page loaded right away with no spinning circle. Just certified for both weeks. Thank you all for your help and suggestions!!

Congrats on getting through Andre! This is such a common problem that I've started keeping a list of backup times when the system usually works. For anyone else still struggling, I've found these times are usually reliable: weekday mornings 5-7am, Tuesday/Wednesday evenings after 11pm, and surprisingly Thursday afternoons around 2-4pm seem to work well too. The key is avoiding those peak Sunday rush hours when literally everyone is trying to certify at once. Also pro tip - if you're still having issues, try using a different device entirely (tablet, different phone, etc) sometimes that helps break through whatever cache/cookie issues might be happening.

Ive been dealing with caljobs issues for MONTHS now. its a total clown show 🤡 honestly, id recommend just applying directly on company websites if u can. saves so much hassle

Had this exact same issue last week! What finally worked for me was logging in through the mobile site instead of desktop. For some reason the mobile version bypassed the verification loop I was stuck in. Worth a shot if you haven't tried it yet!

They typically call within 15 minutes of your scheduled time, but I'd be ready 30 minutes early just to be safe. The calls often come from blocked or unknown numbers, so make sure you answer all calls around that time. If you absolutely must miss it, call the EDD immediately to explain and reschedule.

I went through something very similar last year! The key thing that helped me was being completely transparent during the interview and having documentation ready. Since you immediately called EDD when you discovered the payment, that shows good faith on your part. For your interview, I'd suggest having these ready: - Screenshots of when you first accessed the payroll app (if possible) - Any communication from your employer about the onboarding process - Notes about your call to EDD when you reported it The interviewer will likely ask about your normal reporting process, how you discovered this payment, and why it wasn't reported initially. Just stick to the facts - you had no way of knowing about the payment since it was in a separate app you don't regularly check. Don't stress too much about the $10 amount. EDD sees cases like this regularly where employees genuinely don't know about payments. The fact that you've consistently reported all your other earnings and self-reported this immediately will work strongly in your favor. Most of these interviews are resolved quickly when there's clear evidence it was an honest mistake rather than intentional concealment.