EDD appeal nightmare - sent in 5 weeks ago but status not updated

I went through a similar situation last month. In my experience, you should absolutely send another appeal letter with a brief explanation that you submitted previously but were told by an EDD rep to resubmit. Also include proof of the first delivery (tracking info). EDD appeals are completely overwhelmed right now, and their systems don't communicate well with each other. Make sure to send it certified mail again and keep detailed records of all communications including rep names, dates/times, and what was said. You don't want to end up missing your appeal window because of their internal issues.

omg same!!! my appeal has been "in process" for like 2 months and every time i call they tell me something different. one lady said they got it another guy said theres nothing in the system. so annoying like how do they not know whats going on with our claims??

This is unfortunately common with appeals right now. The CUIAB (California Unemployment Insurance Appeals Board) is separate from EDD, which causes confusion. Here's what you need to know: 1. Appeals take 30-90 days to process before you're assigned a hearing date 2. The UI Online system often doesn't update to show your appeal status 3. EDD phone reps cannot see CUIAB systems directly 4. You should receive appeal acknowledgment by mail when it's processed I recommend sending a second appeal as a backup, but clearly mark it as a duplicate. Include your original tracking number and date of first submission. Also, keep checking your mail carefully - appeals notices come in regular envelopes that can look like junk mail.

I had the EXACT same issue in April. Mailed my appeal and it disappeared into a black hole. Called 36 times over two weeks and couldn't get through to anyone who could actually check on my appeal status. Then I tried Claimyr (claimyr.com) which got me connected to a tier 2 specialist at EDD who confirmed they had received my appeal but it wasn't scanned into their system yet. The service basically calls EDD for you and gets you in the queue without you having to keep redialing. They have a demo video here: https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km Once I got to a tier 2 rep, they actually checked with the appeals department while I was on the phone and gave me real information instead of guessing. Worth it just to get a definitive answer.

i think you should wait at least 8 weeks before worrying. my cousin had same problem and his appeal just showed up in the system after like 2 months without any letters or notifications. the whole system is just backed up rn

When I appealed my disqualification last year the exact same thing happened!!!! I sent it certified mail and they STILL claimed they never got it! I had to send THREE appeals before they finally admitted they had it. AND THEN they scheduled my hearing for when I was out of town even though I listed dates I wasn't available!!! The whole system is designed to make you give up. DON'T GIVE UP. Keep sending appeals every 2 weeks until they acknowledge it!!!!

Update to my earlier comment: I just checked the CUIAB website, and they state that the current average processing time for appeals is 61 days from receipt to hearing. So while 5 weeks feels long, it's actually still within their normal timeframe. Here's what I recommend: 1. Send a duplicate appeal via certified mail 2. Include a cover letter stating this is a duplicate 3. Attach proof of your original submission (tracking number) 4. Call CUIAB directly at (800) 400-7166 instead of regular EDD 5. Continue checking your UI Online account daily The CUIAB phone line is separate from EDD and specifically for appeals status.

btw when i finally got my appeal hearing they only gave me like 5 days notice!! so make sure ur checking ur mail every single day or you might miss it. good luck!!