EDD appeal timeline after denial - anyone know how long to wait?

mine took 6 months lol good luck

The EDD appeal process has several stages, and timing can vary. Typically: 1. Once you receive your Notice of Determination letter (your denial letter), you have 30 days to file your appeal 2. After filing your appeal, you should receive an acknowledgment letter within 1-2 weeks 3. Scheduling a hearing usually takes 4-8 weeks from when you file the appeal 4. After the hearing, the judge typically makes a decision within 2-3 weeks 5. If approved, payment processing can take another 1-2 weeks So from start to finish, you're looking at approximately 2-3 months for the entire process. However, I recommend continuing to certify for benefits during the appeal process. If you win your appeal, they'll pay those weeks retroactively.

When I got my denial, I immediately filed an appeal and it took about 6 weeks to get a hearing date. But then the actual hearing was scheduled for another 3 weeks after that. I was so nervous about the hearing I hardly slept the night before but it was actually pretty straightforward. The judge asked me several questions about my employment, why I left, etc. I won my case and then it took another 2 weeks to get my first payment. So about 11 weeks total for me. I had to borrow money from my parents which was soooo embarrassing at my age but I didnt have a choice. Make sure you keep certifying every 2 weeks even with the pending appeal!!!!!

The wait times for EDD appeals are RIDICULOUS right now! I filed my appeal in January and didn't get a hearing until mid-April. That's over 3 months just WAITING. And don't expect any updates during that time - total radio silence! The system is BROKEN. Even after I won my appeal, it took them another 3 weeks to actually start paying me. And they still haven't paid me for all the weeks I was waiting. I'm calling them every day trying to get the rest of my money but surprise surprise - can't get through!

I went through an appeal last year and found Claimyr really helpful for getting through to an EDD agent. When you need to check on your appeal status or have questions, it's almost impossible to get through on the regular line. Claimyr connected me to an EDD rep in about 15 minutes when I'd been trying for days on my own. You can see how it works in their demo video: https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km Regarding the appeal process itself - mine took about 10 weeks from filing to getting my first payment after winning. The most important thing is to be super prepared for your hearing. Bring all documentation related to your case (employment records, communications with employer, doctor notes if health-related, etc.) and be ready to clearly explain your situation.

im in the appeal process now its been 7 weeks since i sent in the appeal form. still no hearing date. keep certifying tho! if u win theyll pay all the weeks at once. i had a friend who got like $6700 backpay after winning appeal

To answer your question about representation - you don't typically need a lawyer for an EDD appeal hearing. The process is designed to be accessible without legal representation. The Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) will guide the hearing and ask questions to gather facts. However, if your case is complex or involves issues like misconduct allegations or detailed eligibility questions, having representation might be helpful. There are free legal aid services that can help with unemployment appeals: 1. Legal Aid Foundation 2. Workers' Rights Clinics 3. County Bar Association referral services As for expediting the process, you can include a hardship letter with your appeal explaining your financial situation, but there's no formal expedited process. What will help most is submitting a thorough appeal with all supporting documentation right away.

make sure u keep looking for jobs during the appeal process. they might ask u about ur work search if u win the appeal and then need to show ur eligible for the back weeks

One more thing I forgot to mention - if your appeal is taking a long time and you're really struggling financially, consider applying for CalFresh (food stamps) and possibly Cash Aid while you wait. These programs have faster approval processes and can help bridge the gap. When I was waiting for my appeal, CalFresh was a lifesaver for groceries. You can apply online through BenefitsCal website.