EDD appeal hearing by phone done today - how long until judge's decision?

I had my phone appeal in January and got the decision exactly 10 days later in the mail. The judge ruled in my favor and I received all my back pay (about $6,200) within a week after that. Make sure your mailing address is correct in the system. They don't email the decision - it's strictly through postal mail. Good luck!

depends on how backed up they r. mine took 3 weeks back in march

The official timeframe from EDD is that judges try to issue decisions within 10-14 calendar days after the hearing, but it can take up to 30 days in some cases. The more complex your case is (or if they need to review additional documentation), the longer it typically takes. While you're waiting, I strongly recommend continuing to certify for benefits even though you won't get paid until after a favorable decision. If you win your appeal, you'll need those weeks properly certified to receive back pay. Also, double-check your UI Online account daily - sometimes the decision shows up there before the mail arrives.

I had my appeal hearing last Friday and I'm in the same boat waiting anxiously! My judge seemed pretty sympathetic when the EDD rep couldn't provide documentation about why they disqualified me in the first place. Fingers crossed for both of us! This whole experience has been a nightmare.

My sister got her decision in like 4 days but my coworker waited almost a month so I think it totally depends on the judge and how many cases they have. Btw did you get a chance to talk during your hearing or did the judge just ask questions? My hearing is next week and I'm nervous!

Have you tried calling EDD to check on your claim status? I know it's nearly impossible to get through, but I used a service called Claimyr that got me connected to an EDD rep in about 20 minutes when I was in a similar situation. Their website is claimyr.com and they have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km An EDD rep can sometimes see if a decision has been entered into the system before you get the letter. Saved me days of anxiety after my appeal hearing.

i had 2 wait almost 6 weeks but my case was rly complicated with multiple employers

One important thing to note: if the judge rules in your favor, your EDD account won't necessarily update right away. Even after you receive the favorable decision letter, it can take 7-10 business days for EDD to process the judge's order and release your payments. If it goes beyond that timeframe, that's when you need to start making calls. Also, if the decision is not in your favor, you have 30 days from the mailing date (not the date you receive it) to file an appeal to the California Unemployment Insurance Appeals Board, which is the second level of appeal.

the whole system is rigged against us regular people. good luck but don't hold your breath. they made me wait 8 weeks just to DENY me again after my appeal hearing. total waste of time.