Appeal form never arrived after EDD disqualification - ID.me verified but stuck in limbo

The same thing happened to me last month! You don't need to wait for the mail. Go to the EDD website and download form DE 1000M (Appeal Form). Fill it out and mail it ASAP to the address listed on your disqualification notice. Make copies of EVERYTHING before sending. The clock is ticking - you only have 30 days from the date on your disqualification notice to file the appeal. Make sure to include your claim ID number on all pages. You don't need to redo ID.me verification if you already completed it. The system is terrible at communicating between departments. Download the appeal form today and get it in the mail tomorrow with tracking. I was able to reach an EDD rep who helped track my appeal after submitting it by using Claimyr (claimyr.com). They got me through to EDD in about 25 minutes when I'd been trying for days on my own. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km. Literally saved my sanity during the appeals process.

they ALWAYS say theyll mail u something and it never comes lol. EDD is the worst!!! been dealing with these people 4 months and nothing ever shows up when they say. you gotta be proactive or youll never get paid

The DE 1000M appeal form is the correct form to use. You absolutely do not need to wait for one to arrive in the mail. I work with unemployment cases daily, and here's what you need to know: 1. Download the form at https://edd.ca.gov/siteassets/files/forms_and_publications/de1000m_rev3.pdf 2. Fill it out completely - be sure to include your name, EDD Customer Account Number, and the date of the determination you're appealing 3. In the "Reason for Appeal" section, be very specific about why you believe the disqualification is incorrect 4. Include copies (NOT originals) of any supporting documentation 5. Keep proof of mailing (certified mail recommended) You're correct that you only have 30 days from the mailing date on your disqualification notice to file. The ID.me verification may be a separate issue from the disqualification - they often happen at the same time but require different resolution paths. If your appeal is time-sensitive (and it sounds like it is), you can also fax the appeal form to the number listed on your disqualification notice. This often processes faster than mail.

My cousin got disqualified for "false information" too but it turned out they just couldn't verify his last employer because the company moved locations. Such a stupid reason to cut off someone's benefits! The whole system is designed to make you give up.

THEY DID THIS TO ME TOO!!! I waited 3 WEEKS for their stupid appeal form before I realized I could download it myself. By then I was almost out of time to appeal!!! And guess what - after all that stress, I won my appeal because THEY MADE THE MISTAKE not me. EDD just automatically denies people hoping they'll give up and not appeal. It's absolutely CRIMINAL how they treat people who are already struggling!!! And don't even get me STARTED on their phone system. I tried calling 47 TIMES IN ONE DAY and never got through. How is that even legal??? They expect us to follow all their rules perfectly but then make it IMPOSSIBLE to actually talk to anyone when there's a problem THEY CAUSED!!!!

Regarding your question about the "reason for appeal" section - for a "false information" disqualification, you should: 1. Clearly state that you provided accurate information to the best of your knowledge 2. Specifically address what information they might be questioning (if you know) 3. Provide a brief employment history covering the base period they're examining 4. Request an eligibility interview to clarify any misunderstandings Keep it factual and concise - about 3-4 paragraphs maximum. The appeals board doesn't need your life story, just the relevant facts to reconsider the determination. Also, continue certifying for benefits while your appeal is pending, even though you won't receive payments until the appeal is resolved. This ensures you'll receive all back payments if you win the appeal.

Hello! I went through this exact situation in January. Here's what worked for me: 1. Download and submit the DE 1000M form immediately 2. Continue certifying every two weeks (VERY important) 3. Call the appeals office directly at (800) 300-5616 - this is different from the regular EDD number 4. Ask specifically for an "appeal status update" when you get through The current timeline is about 4-6 weeks for appeals processing, then another 1-2 weeks for an actual hearing date. If you win, you'll typically receive back payments within 10 days. I know it's incredibly stressful, but don't give up! The system is confusing by design, but over 60% of appeals are successful when people provide proper documentation and attend their hearing. Oh, and when I couldn't get through on the appeals line, I tried Claimyr (claimyr.com) which got me connected to a rep in about 20 minutes. Their service saved me from weeks more waiting - they have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km

i had a similar problem but it was because i accidentally put the wrong employment end date on my application. it was only off by like 3 days but they disqualified me for "false information" which is ridiculous. i think they just look for any tiny mistake to deny benefits. anyone know if i need a lawyer for the appeal hearing? i can't afford one but i'm worried they'll use technical jargon i don't understand to trick me

wat happens if u miss the 30 day deadline??? asking for a friend lol

Quick update on what I included with my appeal form since you asked: I sent the form plus my final paystub, a letter from my employer confirming my last day of work, and a timeline I wrote out showing all the dates I'd certified and when I received the disqualification notice. The more documentation, the better! And yes - using Claimyr was a game-changer. I wasted so many hours getting busy signals and disconnections before finding them. The EDD rep I finally spoke with actually helped correct some info on my file that might have been causing the problem in the first place.