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THE EDD SYSTEM IS COMPLETELY BROKEN! I was in this exact situation and they messed up my payments for MONTHS. I reported everything correctly and they still flagged my account and froze my benefits. Good luck getting anyone on the phone to fix it too!!!!
While I understand your frustration, it's important to note that most partial unemployment claims are processed correctly. Problems most commonly occur when there are discrepancies between what claimants report and what employers report on quarterly wage statements. To avoid this, it's crucial to report gross wages accurately and keep detailed records of all hours worked and wages earned each week.
Thanks everyone for the advice! My payment finally switched from pending to paid today (took 9 days). They did reduce it based on my part-time earnings just like you all said. I'm getting about $320 in unemployment plus my part-time wages, which is helping me stay afloat until I can find something full-time. I really appreciate all the guidance!
Great news! Glad it worked out for you!
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just wondering... does he belong to a union? cuz if he does they might be able to help with this whole mess
No, unfortunately it's not a union job. That would make things so much easier right now!
One more tip I forgot to mention - if he does get terminated and applies for benefits, he'll likely get a phone interview scheduled with EDD. These are REALLY important and can make or break his claim. Make sure he's available at the scheduled time (they usually only try once or twice), have all documentation ready, and be clear but brief in his explanations. The EDD interviewer will be taking notes and asking specific questions about the circumstances of separation. Also, the EDD phones are completely overwhelmed right now. When my claim had issues last year, I tried calling for weeks with no luck. I finally used Claimyr (claimyr.com) and got through to a rep who fixed my claim status in minutes. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km It was such a relief after weeks of stress and busy signals. Just mentioning it in case you run into phone troubles like I did.
Thanks for the tip about the phone interview! I'll make sure he knows how important it is to be prepared and available. And good to know about that service - the EDD phone system seems impossible to get through based on what friends have told me.
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My bf had this happen and he filed for unemployment in Nevada where his company also had offices and it worked! Do u work for a company that has locations in other states? Worth trying maybe
This advice could potentially lead to problems. UI claims should only be filed in states where you actually performed work. Filing in a state where you didn't work can be considered fraud and result in penalties, including having to repay benefits with added penalties. Multi-state claims have very specific rules about which state should receive the application based on where the work was performed.
This is why I ALWAYS tell people to save part of their unemployment payments!!! You know the system is broken but nobody ever plans ahead. Sorry if that sounds harsh but this happens to literally everyone when their benefits run out.
Thanks for the lecture, but my weekly benefit amount barely covered my rent, let alone utilities and food. Not everyone has the luxury of saving when they're on unemployment. I was hoping for actual helpful advice, not judgment.
Not everyone's financial situation allows for saving while on UI. The maximum weekly benefit in California ($450) is below the poverty line in many counties when you consider the cost of housing. Let's focus on providing constructive assistance rather than retroactive advice that can't help the current situation.
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DOES ANYONE ELSE THINK IT'S COMPLETELY INSANE that the EDD can just hold our money hostage for WEEKS while they take their sweet time scheduling these interviews??? Some bureaucrat decided March 1st was a good day for them without any consideration that we have BILLS TO PAY and FAMILIES TO FEED! This happens to literally EVERYONE who reports ANY work income. The system is designed to punish people for trying to work part-time while looking for full-time employment. I've been through 3 of these interviews in the past year, and each time it's the same ridiculous process. They ask basic questions they ALREADY HAVE THE ANSWERS TO, then magically release your funds a few days later. The whole thing could be handled with an automated form instead of making people wait weeks without income.
preach!! happened to me TWICE last year
I couldn't agree more! It's absolutely maddening that they make us jump through all these hoops while bills pile up. I understand they need to prevent fraud, but making people wait 3+ weeks for a 10-minute conversation is just cruel.
Based on everything shared here, your best immediate steps are: 1. Call EDD first thing tomorrow (8:00am) and specifically request an expedited interview due to financial hardship. Have your documentation ready. 2. If that doesn't work, reach out to your state assembly member's office the same day. They can often work wonders with EDD cases. 3. In the meantime, check if you qualify for emergency assistance through local community organizations. Many counties have emergency rental assistance and utility payment programs. 4. Continue certifying on your regular schedule regardless of the pending payment. I hope you're able to get this resolved quickly. The waiting period is definitely one of the most challenging aspects of the unemployment system.
Thank you so much for this clear action plan! I'm going to try calling right at 8am tomorrow. If that doesn't work, I'll contact my assembly member immediately after. Really appreciate everyone's help and suggestions!
Mateo Sanchez
Anybody else notice this happens more on holiday weeks? My brother-in-law who works for the state (not EDD) says they're always short-staffed in January because people take vacation after the holidays. Just a thought.
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AstroAce
I had a similar issue in November where my payment got stuck in pending for almost 2 weeks. When I finally reached EDD, they said it was because I had answered a certification question differently than before (I accidentally said I was unavailable for work on one day because I had a doctor's appointment). The rep was able to fix it immediately once I explained. Definitely worth calling if yours doesn't update by Friday.
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Luca Russo
•UPDATE: You guys were right! Just checked my UI Online and it switched from pending to paid this morning. Should hit my card tomorrow. Thanks everyone for the help and reassurance - I was really panicking there for a minute!
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