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I went thru this last year and ended up doing Instacart, which was better than food delivery cuz I didn't have to drive as much. just shopping and then dropping off in my neighborhood. not great money but better than nothing!
UPDATE: I got through to EDD this morning! The rep said I DO qualify for a new claim, but at a much lower benefit amount ($97/week vs. my previous $450). She said this is because my base period only includes that one quarter with the November job. It's not much, but it's something to help with groceries while I keep searching for work. She also confirmed the CalFresh application should be approved since my income is now so low. Thank you everyone for the advice and support. For anyone else in a similar situation - definitely check if you have ANY earnings during your benefit year that might qualify you for a new claim, even a small one.
That's awesome news! $97 isn't much but it's definitely better than $0. Glad you got something figured out!
Great news! And remember, once the strike ends and you're able to get back to work, make sure to report any earnings correctly. You can still collect partial benefits if you work part-time but earn less than your weekly benefit amount. Every dollar helps right now.
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just curious wht kind of job was this? retail? office? factory? different industries have different standards for what counts as "hostile" so it might matter
It was retail management at a large chain store. I was an assistant manager who reported inventory mismanagement, then suddenly started getting written up for things I didn't do.
ok thats helpful bc retail has super clear standards about inventory reporting and retaliation. make sure you mention your position title at the hearing
On the day of your hearing, arrive early (at least 30 minutes), dress professionally, and bring multiple copies of all your evidence (one for you, one for the judge, and one for the employer's representative). Also, as stressful as it may be, try to get a good night's sleep beforehand so you can think clearly. Finally, don't be afraid to respectfully ask the judge for clarification if you don't understand a question. And remember that if the employer doesn't show up for the hearing (which happens quite often), that significantly increases your chances of winning as long as you can articulate your case clearly.
Do you know if these hearings are still being done by phone due to COVID or are they in person now? The letter wasn't totally clear. And that's a good point about bringing multiple copies - I wouldn't have thought of that.
Most EDD appeals are still being conducted by phone in 2025, but it varies by office and case type. Your appeal notice should specify whether it's phone or in-person (usually in small print near the bottom). If it's by phone, have all your documents organized and in front of you, and make sure you're in a quiet place with good reception. If you're not sure, call EDD to confirm - this is another situation where getting through to a representative is crucial.
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Technical explanation: EDD's UI Online system uses an older infrastructure that wasn't designed to handle the volume of claims we've seen since 2020. They've made some improvements, but the system still gets overwhelmed during peak certification periods (especially Sundays). If this happens in the future, remember: - You have a certification window, not just one day - Phone certification is a reliable backup option - Try very early morning or late night hours - The UI Mobile site sometimes works when the main site doesn't The good news is EDD is supposedly upgrading their systems by mid-2025, though I'll believe it when I see it!
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People don't realize how common this problem is! The EDD systems were completely overwhelmed during the pandemic and they're still dealing with the aftermath of all the fraud. Always double-check any tax documents you receive, especially from government agencies. One thing I'd add to the excellent advice others have given: check if your employer received any notices about disability claims filed in your name. Sometimes EDD contacts employers to verify employment details for SDI claims, so your HR department might have information that could help your case.
That's a really good point - I hadn't thought of that. I'll check with HR tomorrow. Thank you!
wait so did they tell u how someone got ur info?? thats scary they could just file for benefits in ur name without u knowing!!
No, they didn't tell me exactly how it happened, but the rep mentioned there were several data breaches over the past few years that exposed people's personal information. She said the fraudsters probably got my SSN and other details from one of those breaches. Really scary stuff!
Yuki Yamamoto
my cousin got fired after 2 months and still got benefits they just asked more questions and had a phone interview
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Carmen Ruiz
Just make sure you SAVE EVERYTHING - any messages where she said you were doing a good job, the termination paper, EVERYTHING! EDD interviews are all about EVIDENCE. If you have proof she was initially happy with your work, that strengthens your case that there was no misconduct. The burden of proof is on HER to show why you shouldn't get benefits. The system isn't perfect but at least has SOME protections for workers!
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Nia Thompson
•Good advice. I don't have text messages, but I do have some emails from the first two weeks where she compliments my work. I'll gather those up now before responding to EDD.
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