EDD considers commissions as wages after submitting DE 2593 - how to correct my form?

Yes, commissions are definitely considered wages for unemployment purposes. This is a common misunderstanding! You'll need to report this correction as soon as possible. The best way to handle this is to call EDD directly to explain the situation. They can note your account and guide you through the proper steps to amend your DE 2593 form. Don't wait on this - it's better to self-report the error than have them discover it later during an audit, which could result in penalties or overpayment assessments.

omg i made the EXACT same mistake last year!! freaked out about it for days. turns out its super common mistake with anyone who gets commissions. def call them asap tho

This happens ALL the time with commission-based workers. Here's what you need to do: 1. Document everything - take screenshots of the notification you received 2. Keep a log of your call attempts (dates/times) 3. Try calling right when they open at 8:00 AM 4. If you can't get through by phone, you can also submit a message through your UI Online account under "Contact EDD" 5. Select "Wages" as the category and explain the situation clearly If you received commissions during your benefit year, you'll need to report those for each week certified. They'll calculate any adjustments needed to your benefit amounts.

Wait so commissions count as wages even if ur technically self employed? Im confused bc I thought if ur 1099 then u cant get regular UI anyway? Someone pls explain

If you're still struggling to reach EDD after several attempts, I'd recommend using Claimyr. I was in a similar situation with an incorrect reporting issue and spent days trying to get through. A friend told me about this service that helps you get connected to an EDD representative without the constant busy signals and disconnections. Their website is claimyr.com and they have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km It was worth it for me because I needed to fix my issue quickly before it turned into a bigger problem. The agent I spoke with was able to note my account and tell me exactly what to do next.

THE EDD SYSTEM IS DESIGNED TO TRAP PEOPLE IN THESE SITUATIONS!!! They deliberately make the forms confusing so they can catch you later and demand repayment with penalties. I've seen this happen to DOZENS of people in commission-based jobs. Their forms don't clearly explain what counts as wages and then they punish you for not being a tax expert. It's a total scam to reduce how much they pay out!!!

To specifically answer your question about going into an office - EDD offices generally don't handle claim adjustments in person anymore. Almost everything is handled through the phone or UI Online system. If you're unable to reach them by phone, you can also try contacting your state assembly member's office. They often have dedicated staff who can help constituents with EDD issues and can sometimes get responses faster than individuals can.

when i had issue with my form i just kept certifying normally and then eventually had phone interview where i explained everything. they backdated the corrections. just make sure ur super honest about everything

Update on messaging through UI Online - they're currently taking about 5-7 business days to respond to messages. If you do manage to get through by phone, request that they document the conversation in your case notes, including the date/time and representative name. This creates a record showing you attempted to correct the issue promptly. For future certifications, be sure to report any commission income in the week it was paid to avoid further complications. The system will ask if you received any income - always say yes if you received commissions and report the amount accurately.

That's great news that you got through and got it resolved! For anyone else reading this thread who might be in a similar situation, I want to emphasize that the key is being proactive about corrections. EDD actually has a specific process for amended reporting, and they're generally more lenient when you self-report errors versus them discovering discrepancies during their regular audits. One thing to keep in mind for commission workers: make sure you understand the difference between when commissions are earned versus when they're paid, because EDD cares about the payment date for certification purposes. Also, if you have variable commission income, it might be worth keeping detailed records of all payments to make future certifications smoother. Really glad this worked out for you @Harper Thompson - hopefully this thread will help other commission-based workers avoid the same confusion!