EDD disqualification appeal timeline - anyone know how long before benefits get released?

i went thru this last month, took almost 7 weeks before they made a decision on my appeal. but every case is different so urs might be faster. they did give me all my backpay tho once it was approved

I've been through this process twice (unfortunately). The timeline really depends on your specific disqualification reason and how backed up the appeals board is. In my experience: - 4-8 weeks to get scheduled for an appeal hearing - 1-3 weeks after the hearing to get a decision - If approved, payments released within 3-5 business days Make sure you keep certifying for benefits every two weeks even while disqualified! If your appeal is successful, they can only pay you for weeks you properly certified for. Also, gather any documentation that supports your case - pay stubs, termination notices, doctor notes, etc. depending on your specific situation.

My sister in law got disqualified last yr and she said it took like 12 weeks to get her money!!! She was freaking out the whole time. Some ppl get lucky and its faster tho.

The EDD appeal system is COMPLETELY BROKEN right now! They're intentionally disqualifying legitimate claims to save money and making people wait MONTHS to get what they deserve. I was disqualified for "insufficient work history" even though I worked 18 months straight before filing. Had to wait 9 WEEKS for my appeal hearing then another 3 weeks for them to make a decision. The whole time bills piling up and NO HELP from anyone at EDD!!!

Getting through to EDD while waiting for an appeal can be nearly impossible with their regular phone lines. I was in a similar situation last year and found Claimyr (claimyr.com) which helped me get through to a rep within 30 minutes instead of calling for days. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km Once I got through, the rep was able to tell me exactly where my appeal was in the process and gave me more accurate timing expectations. In my case, it took about 5 weeks for the appeal to be processed, but knowing the status helped with my anxiety during the wait.

Just went through this!! My timeline: - Disqualified February 2nd (voluntary quit allegation) - Filed appeal February 5th - Got hearing notice March 14th - Hearing held April 3rd - Decision in my favor April 17th - Money in my account April 23rd So about 11 weeks total from disqualification to payment. It SUCKED but I got all my back pay including the weeks during the appeal. Keep certifying!!!!!!

my cosin got disqaulified for something about not reporting income right but he didnt even have any income to report lol. he got his benifits after like 5 weeks i think. he said the key was that he kept calling them over and over.

The current average processing time for EDD appeals in California is approximately 4-6 weeks before a hearing is scheduled, though this can vary significantly depending on the Appeals Office workload. After the hearing, you can expect a decision within 1-3 weeks. Important points to remember during the appeal process: 1. Continue certifying for benefits every two weeks even while disqualified 2. Gather all relevant documentation supporting your case 3. Be prepared to explain clearly why you believe the disqualification was incorrect 4. Check your mail frequently as appeal notices are sent via postal mail 5. If your appeal is successful, benefits will typically be released within 3-5 business days after the decision While waiting, you might consider looking into emergency assistance programs if your financial situation is critical. Many counties have rental assistance programs and food banks that can help in the interim.

I'm going through something similar right now - filed my appeal about 3 weeks ago and still waiting. Reading everyone's timelines here is both helpful and nerve-wracking! It sounds like 4-11 weeks is pretty typical which is a huge range. I've been keeping track of my certification weeks like others suggested, and I'm also documenting everything just in case. The financial stress is real - I had to ask family for help with groceries last week. Has anyone tried contacting their local assembly member's office for help? I heard they sometimes have constituent services that can help with EDD issues, but not sure if it actually speeds things up or just gives you better info on status.

I'm dealing with a similar situation right now - got disqualified 3 weeks ago and filed my appeal immediately. The waiting is absolutely killing me financially. Based on what everyone's shared here, it sounds like I need to brace myself for at least another month or two before seeing any resolution. I've been certifying every two weeks like suggested, but I'm worried about my rent situation too. Has anyone had success with getting expedited processing for appeals due to financial hardship? I know EDD has some provisions for urgent cases but not sure if that applies to appeals. Also wondering if there's a way to check the status of your appeal online or if you have to call every time? The uncertainty is almost worse than the financial stress at this point.