EDD backdate appeal denied without explanation - possible to reopen in 2025?

ur not alone!! edd did the same 2 me. filed in may but shoulda been march. never got those weeks. rep said 'system limitations' whatevr that means??? tried 2 appeal but got nowhere. gave up cuz the wait times r insane. i think once they deny u thats it tbh

Thanks for sharing your experience. It's incredibly frustrating that they can just blame

You might still have options. The EDD has a formal Appeal process that goes through the California Unemployment Insurance Appeals Board, which is separate from EDD. You normally have 30 days to file an appeal from the date of denial, BUT you can request a \

This is incredibly helpful information! I didn't know about the \

meh dont waste ur time. edd doesnt care about u once ur claim is over. my cousin works for the state (not edd but knows ppl) says they purge old records and u cant fight stuff from last year. sorry but probly too late

This is incorrect. EDD is required by law to maintain records for at least three years, and the Appeals Board operates independently from EDD. I've personally helped clients receive backdated benefits from claims over a year old. While it's more challenging, it's definitely not impossible if you follow the proper procedures.

I HAD THE EXACT SAME PROBLEM!!! Laid off Feb 2023, couldn't file until June because their stupid website kept crashing!!! Lost THOUSANDS in benefits! Called 50+ times a day for MONTHS! Absolute nightmare! They should be investigated for how they treated people!!!!

It's simultaneously comforting and infuriating to know so many others experienced this. Did you ever find any resolution? I'm seriously considering contacting a state representative about it.

NO RESOLUTION! Just gave up after months of trying! The whole system is BROKEN BY DESIGN! They WANT us to give up so they don't have to pay what they owe us! Criminal!!!

If regular channels aren't working, I'd suggest trying to reach a Tier 2 specialist at EDD. The frontline reps often don't have the authority to resolve complex issues like backdating claims from previous years.\n\nI was in a similar situation last year and finally got through using Claimyr (claimyr.com). They basically hold your place in the EDD phone queue and call you when they have an agent on the line. Saved me from hundreds more redial attempts. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km \n\nWhen you do get through, specifically ask for a Tier 2 specialist who can handle backdate appeals. Be sure to mention that a previous rep confirmed it was an EDD system error. Document the name and ID of every person you speak with.

I've never heard of Claimyr before! That sounds so much better than what I've been doing. Did you have to specifically request a Tier 2 specialist when you got through? I didn't even know there were different tiers of representatives.

Yes, you need to specifically ask for a Tier 2 specialist. The first person who answers is usually just a screener. Politely but firmly explain that your issue requires a Tier 2 specialist with authority to handle backdating from previous benefit years. Don't let them rush you off the phone with promises to \

my heart goes out to you...this happened to me too. i was a substitute teacher who couldn't file right away because the system kept saying i wasn't eligible (which was wrong). by the time i got through to someone who fixed it, i lost 3 months of benefits. what helped me was writing a hardship letter explaining exactly how this affected me financially - had to move in with parents, couldn't pay medical bills, etc. i sent it through the appeal process and surprisingly got about half of what i was owed. not perfect but better than nothing. make it personal and specific about how this impacted your life.

Thank you for this advice. I hadn't thought about focusing on the personal hardship angle, but that makes a lot of sense. I definitely experienced significant financial strain during those months - maxed out credit cards, borrowed from family, and nearly lost my apartment. I'll make sure to detail all of that in my appeal.

As someone who's navigated the EDD backdate process successfully (though it took almost 8 months), here's what actually works:\n\n1. You need to file a formal appeal using form DE 1000M specifically citing \

This is incredibly detailed and helpful - thank you! I had no idea about UI Code Section 1032(a). That seems directly applicable to my situation since the representative admitted it was their system error. I'm going to follow your advice step by step.

yea but how long did u wait before appealing?? the poster waited like over a year. isnt there some deadline? like 30 days or something??

Yes, the standard deadline is 30 days from the notice date, BUT you can request a \

ive heard people talk about getting a lawyer for edd stuff. probably costs more than what youd get back tho lol. but maybe worth asking bout a free consultation?

Most employment attorneys won't take EDD cases unless they're very large claims. However, there are several free legal aid organizations that specifically handle EDD issues. Try Legal Aid at Work, Bay Area Legal Aid, or your county's legal assistance foundation. They often have unemployment insurance specialists who can help with appeals at no cost.

Thank you everyone for the advice! I'm going to try several approaches:\n\n1. Use Claimyr to reach a Tier 2 specialist\n2. Prepare my appeal with the \

That's a solid plan. One more tip: when you do connect with EDD, ask them to document every conversation in your case notes. Say explicitly: \

That's excellent advice! I'll definitely request documentation of every conversation. I'm feeling much more hopeful now that I have a concrete plan of action.