Hey there! I'm new to this community but wanted to share since I literally just had my eligibility interview last week for the exact same situation - SDI to unemployment transition with a late CalJOBS upload (mine was 19 days late because I forgot my password too!). The interview was super straightforward and lasted about 8 minutes. They only asked about my work capacity after disability - nothing about CalJOBS at all! The questions were basically: - Nature of my disability - When I was cleared to return to work - Any current limitations (I said none) - If I'm actively job searching I had my doctor's clearance ready but they didn't even ask to see it - just wanted me to confirm the date verbally. Honestly, I was way more stressed about it than I needed to be. Sounds like you're already well-prepared with your documentation. The fact that you got your resume uploaded before the interview shows you're compliant, even if it was a few days late. You'll do great on Wednesday! This community is awesome for support - glad I found it.

As someone who's been navigating EDD issues for a while, I wanted to add that your situation sounds very routine and manageable. The fact that you're being so proactive about preparing for this interview already shows you're taking it seriously. One thing I'd suggest - since you mentioned your workplace injury was from May 2024 and you have medical clearance from July 2024, make sure you can clearly explain that timeline if they ask. The gap between injury and clearance might come up, so just be ready with a simple explanation of your recovery process. Also, don't forget that you can ask them at the beginning of the call what specific topics they need to cover. Sometimes they'll actually tell you "we're here to discuss your work availability after disability" which can help you focus your answers and reduce anxiety about unknown issues. Based on all the experiences shared here, it really sounds like the CalJOBS delay is a non-issue for this type of interview. You've got this! The community will be rooting for you on Wednesday.

It could potentially delay your initial payment, but if you're otherwise eligible, you should eventually receive all benefits owed to you once the discrepancy is resolved. The key is having solid documentation. One more tip: when you certify for benefits, always report your work and earnings exactly as they actually occurred (not how they appeared on your paycheck). Be prepared to explain the discrepancy if questioned. If you need benefits quickly, make sure to complete all required certifications on time and respond to any EDD communications immediately. The faster you provide requested information, the less delay you'll face.

This is really concerning and unfortunately more common than it should be with small employers. I went through something similar where my boss would shift my hours between pay periods to avoid certain thresholds. A few additional things to consider: - Document not just when you work, but also any verbal instructions from your boss about how he's handling the pay periods. If possible, get these instructions in writing (email, text, etc.) - Check if your state has a wage theft hotline - California has pretty strong worker protections - When you do file for UI (if needed), mention this issue upfront during your initial claim. Being proactive about explaining discrepancies looks better than having EDD discover them later Also, keep in mind that even if this creates some initial delays with your claim, EDD has to pay you retroactively for any weeks you were eligible once the issue gets resolved. The most important thing is having your documentation ready. Your employer's behavior is sketchy at best and potentially illegal. You're smart to be thinking ahead about this!

I've been certifying for UI benefits for over a year now and this fractional hours issue comes up constantly in this community! Based on all the responses here and my own experience, the consensus is definitely clear: round DOWN to the nearest whole hour (32 in your case) and make absolutely sure your wage amount is precise to the penny. I always add a note in the comments section like "Actual hours worked: 32.5, rounded to 32 due to system limitations" - this shows good faith reporting and creates documentation if there's ever a question. The EDD's verification systems are built to handle these small hour discrepancies since they know their own system can't accept decimals. What matters most for matching employer records is that wage amount being exact. It's frustrating that we have to work around such a basic limitation, but this approach has worked consistently for everyone I've seen try it. Don't stress too much about the half-hour difference - focus on getting those wages reported accurately!

I'm dealing with this exact same issue right now! It's so frustrating that the EDD system can't handle something as basic as decimal hours in 2025. Reading through all these responses has been incredibly helpful - it sounds like the consensus is definitely to round DOWN to the nearest whole hour (so 32 in cases like this) and make sure the wage amount is exactly correct to the penny. The advice about adding an explanatory note in the comments section seems really smart too - something like "Actual hours worked: 32.5, rounded to 32 due to system limitations." It's reassuring to see so many people confirm this approach works without triggering any flags or issues. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences - this community is a lifesaver for navigating these ridiculous system limitations!

I'm going through almost the exact same thing right now! Got laid off from a VFX studio last month and received unexpected vacation payout about a week after my first certification. I was completely panicking when I saw it in my bank account because I had no idea it was coming. Reading through everyone's experiences here has been super reassuring though. It sounds like this is way more common than I thought, especially with all the production shutdowns happening. I'm definitely going to follow the advice about using UI Online messaging system rather than trying to call - that seems like the most reliable way to create a paper trail. The documentation tips are really helpful too. I already took screenshots of my bank account showing the deposit date, and I saved my certification confirmation email. Planning to submit my report through UI Online today using that specific language about "voluntarily reporting previously unreported wages" that @Zoe Papadakis mentioned. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences - it's made this whole situation feel way less overwhelming. The entertainment industry has been brutal lately but at least EDD seems to understand that these timing issues happen frequently with our type of work!

This is such a timely thread - I'm dealing with a very similar situation right now! Got laid off from a streaming company two weeks ago and just discovered they deposited my unused sick time into my account yesterday, which was during a week I'd already certified for. I had no clue this payment was coming since HR never mentioned anything about sick time payouts during my exit interview. Now I'm sitting here stressing about whether I need to report it and how to handle the fact that I already certified without knowing about it. Reading through everyone's experiences here is honestly such a relief - it sounds like this happens way more often than I realized, especially with all the entertainment industry layoffs. I'm definitely going to follow the advice about using the UI Online messaging system to report it voluntarily. The documentation tips are super helpful too - taking screenshots of bank deposits and keeping certification confirmations seems like the smart move. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences, especially the specific guidance about language to use when contacting EDD. This community has been incredibly helpful for navigating these unemployment issues that seem to come up constantly with industry work!

I'm so sorry you're going through this Sarah! I just went through the exact same situation about a month ago and I know how incredibly stressful it is when you can see your money is there but can't access it. Here's what finally worked for me: Call Money Network at 1-866-692-9374 at exactly 8:00 AM - the wait times are SO much shorter in the morning. I got through in about 10 minutes versus the hours I spent on hold calling later in the day. When you reach them, ask them to confirm your card was actually mailed and get the date it was sent out. If it's been more than 10-12 business days, don't hesitate to request a replacement with expedited shipping. It costs around $15 but honestly it's worth every penny when you have bills due. They can also send the replacement to a different address if you're worried about mail issues at your current place. Also definitely check with your apartment complex's leasing office or mail room - sometimes cards get held there separately from regular mail and you might not even know it's arrived! The good news is once you get your card, you can immediately transfer all your funds to your bank account through the Money Network mobile app, then set up direct deposit for future payments so you never have to deal with this mail delay nightmare again. Hang in there - your money is absolutely safe and this will get resolved! The system is frustrating but you're not alone in dealing with this.

I went through this exact same nightmare about 2 months ago and I feel your pain! It's absolutely maddening to see your payments marked as "paid" but not be able to access the money when you have bills due. Here's what finally worked for me: Call Money Network at 1-866-692-9374 at exactly 8:00 AM when they open. I cannot stress this enough - the difference in wait times between calling early morning versus afternoon is night and day. I got through in 12 minutes calling at 8 AM versus being on hold for literally 3+ hours when I tried calling later in the day. When you reach them, ask for these three things: 1. Confirmation that your card was actually mailed and the exact date 2. Verification that your address is 100% correct in their system 3. If it's been more than 10 business days, request a replacement with expedited shipping The expedited replacement costs about $15 but it's absolutely worth it - you'll get it in 2-3 business days instead of waiting potentially weeks more. They can also send it to a different address if you want it sent to a friend or family member's house for more reliable delivery. Also definitely check with your apartment complex's leasing office or mail room tomorrow. My card was actually sitting there for 4 days before I thought to ask! Once you finally get your card, you can instantly transfer all the funds to your bank account through the Money Network app, then immediately set up direct deposit through your EDD account so you never have to deal with this mail delay nightmare again. Your money is definitely safe and this will get resolved - the system is just incredibly frustrating. Hang in there!