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EDD Overpayment Issue: Owed Difference Between Disability and Unemployment?

Hey everyone, I'm in a bit of a pickle with my unemployment benefits. I was on disability for a few weeks while also receiving unemployment. Now I'm being told there's an overpayment issue, but I think I'm actually owed the difference between disability and unemployment for those weeks. Has anyone dealt with this before? Any advice on how to approach this when I finally get through to someone?

Tom Maxon

I found a way to solve unemployment and disability benefit overlap, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fEh3CwKyMic

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Josef Tearle

Ugh, the system is so messed up! I had a similar issue last year. Make sure you have all your dates and documentation ready when you talk to them. It's gonna be a headache, but stay persistent!

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Shelby Bauman

For real tho, its like they make it confusing on purpose 🙄 Good luck OP!

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Quinn Herbert

Yep, documentation is key. I learned that the hard way lol. Keep everything!

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Salim Nasir

I found a way to actually get someone on the phone! I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/Ize0EkN4HDI

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Hazel Garcia

Sounds too good to be true. Is this legit?

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Salim Nasir

Yeah, it's totally legit. I was skeptical at first too, but it saved me hours of frustration. Worth every penny imo.

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Laila Fury

How long did you have to wait for the callback?

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Salim Nasir

It took about 2 hours for me, but I've heard it can vary. Still way better than trying to call yourself!

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Geoff Richards

Here's what you need to do: 1. Gather all your documentation: disability claim info, unemployment claim info, and any correspondence you've received. 2. Calculate the exact difference you believe you're owed. 3. When you get through to an agent, explain calmly that you were on both disability and unemployment, and you believe there's been a miscalculation. 4. Ask them to review your case specifically for the weeks where the two benefits overlapped. 5. If the agent isn't helpful, politely ask to speak with a supervisor or to have your case escalated for review. 6. Keep detailed notes of every conversation, including dates, times, and agent names. 7. If you don't get resolution over the phone, consider submitting a written appeal. Remember, stay calm and persistent. The system is complicated, and mistakes happen. Good luck!

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Charity Cohan

Wow, thank you so much for this detailed response! This is super helpful. I'll definitely follow these steps. 🙏

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Simon White

This is gold 💯 Saving this for future reference!

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Hugo Kass

have you tried reaching out to your local assemblymember or state senator? Sometimes they can help cut through the red tape.

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Nasira Ibanez

OMG I'm dealing with the EXACT same thing rn! It's such a nightmare. Let me know if you figure anything out, k?

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Charity Cohan

Will do! We're all in this together. Good luck with your situation too!

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Khalil Urso

Pro tip: if you can't get through on the main line, try calling right when they open or just before they close. Sometimes you can catch a break in the queue.

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Myles Regis

This! 👆 Also, Wednesdays seem to be less busy for some reason.

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Brian Downey

Am I the only one who thinks the whole system needs a complete overhaul? 🤔 It's 2023, why is this still so complicated?

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Jacinda Yu

Preach! 🙌 It's like they're still using tech from the 90s or smthn

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Landon Flounder

Seriously tho. My grandma could design a better system lmao

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