EDD disqualified my claim - when should I expect the overpayment notice?

I've been there before - it's super stressful but don't panic yet. The overpayment notice typically comes about 2-3 weeks after the disqualification notice. When it arrives, you'll have 30 days to file an appeal, which I HIGHLY recommend doing. The appeal form will be included with the notice. Make sure to request a hearing and clearly explain why you believe the disqualification is incorrect.

The overpayment notice should come within 30 days, but I've seen it take as little as a week or as long as 6 weeks. EDD isn't exactly consistent with their timeframes. When you get it, read it CAREFULLY because it will specify if they're claiming 'fraud' or just regular overpayment - that makes a huge difference for penalties and how they can collect.

I GOT THE SAME THING!!! mine said "disqual - wilful misrep" and the overpayment notice came exactly 17 days later. They want me to pay back $5,890 which is IMPOSSIBLE right now. This whole system is rigged to screw over regular people. I tried calling them 57 times yesterday and couldn't get through ONCE. How are we supposed to fix problems if we cant even talk to a human??!!

You really need to talk to an EDD rep ASAP to find out exactly what "false statement" they're referring to. Could be something simple like reporting your work search activities incorrectly or a misunderstanding about your availability for work. I spent weeks trying to get through on the phone until I used this service called Claimyr that connects you with EDD without the endless calling. Saved me so much frustration - just go to claimyr.com and they have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km. Worth it to get actual answers instead of stressing about the unknown.

ya i used claimyr last yr when my account got froze. it worked but take like 30 min still but better than callin for days

i think theres a misunderstanding here. disqualification doesnt automatically mean you got an overpayment. sometimes they just stop future payments. have you actually received an overpayment notice yet? or are you just assuming youll get one?

To answer your question about payments during appeal - you don't have to start paying back during the appeal process, but interest may continue to accrue if the overpayment is confirmed. If your appeal is successful, the overpayment will be canceled. If not, you can request a waiver or payment plan. Don't ignore the notices though - always respond within the timeframes they give you.

This happened to me back in November! They claimed I didn't report some income but I definitely did. Anyway, I got the disqualification notice on Nov 3rd and the overpayment notice arrived Nov 18th. So about two weeks in my case.

My girlfriend went through this exact situation last month when they claimed she wasn't available for work (she was). The timeline for her was: disqualification notice → overpayment notice 12 days later → she filed appeal → got hearing date 6 weeks later → had phone hearing with judge → decision came 2 weeks after hearing (she won). So the whole process took about 10 weeks from start to finish.

UPDATE: I finally got through to EDD this morning!! Turns out my disqualification was because they thought I was working full-time when I was only doing part-time contractor work. The rep fixed it right on the spot and said my account should update in 48 hours. KEEP TRYING TO CALL THEM!! Sometimes you get lucky and find someone who actually helps.

Once you get the overpayment notice, make sure to thoroughly document everything. Here's my checklist for appeals: 1. Write out a clear timeline of events 2. Gather ALL communications with EDD 3. Pull together any evidence that shows you reported information correctly 4. Get a document that explains your work situation during the claim period 5. File the appeal within 30 days (don't wait until day 29!) 6. Request the hearing to be in your preferred format (phone or video) 7. If you miss the 30-day window, you can still appeal but need to explain why you were late The majority of appeals I've seen succeed are ones where people were organized and had documentation.

I'm going through something similar right now - got my disqualification notice last week for "failure to report earnings" even though I'm 100% certain I reported everything correctly through the online portal. The stress is unreal! From what I'm seeing in these responses, it sounds like the overpayment notice usually comes within 2-3 weeks, which gives me a little time to prepare. I've already started screenshotting everything from my UI Online account and gathering my pay stubs to prove I reported accurately. Really hoping the appeal process works out for both of us - it's scary how easily they can just decide you owe thousands of dollars back! Has anyone here had success getting the disqualification reversed before it even gets to the overpayment stage?

I went through this exact situation about 6 months ago and I know how terrifying it feels! In my case, the overpayment notice arrived exactly 19 days after the disqualification notice. The key thing that helped me was immediately starting to document everything - I printed out all my certification confirmations, gathered bank statements, and wrote down a detailed timeline of what happened. When I finally got through to EDD (took about 40+ calls over several days), it turned out they had misinterpreted my part-time work reporting. The rep was able to see that I had actually reported everything correctly, but their system had flagged it incorrectly. She reversed the disqualification on the spot! My advice: start gathering ALL your documentation now, keep calling until you reach someone, and don't panic - many of these are genuine system errors that can be fixed. The 30-day appeal window gives you time, but don't wait to start advocating for yourself!

Based on everyone's experiences here, it looks like you can expect the overpayment notice anywhere from 1-3 weeks after your disqualification notice, with most people seeing it around 2-2.5 weeks. While you're waiting, I'd strongly recommend starting to gather your documentation now - screenshots of all your certifications, confirmation pages, any correspondence with EDD, pay stubs, and a written timeline of events. This way you'll be ready to file an appeal immediately when the notice arrives. Also, keep trying to call EDD in the meantime - sometimes they can catch and fix system errors before they become full overpayment cases. I know the waiting is stressful, but you have rights in this process and many people successfully overturn these disqualifications when they have good documentation. Don't lose hope!

I'm dealing with the exact same situation right now and this thread has been incredibly helpful! Got my disqualification notice 4 days ago for "willful misrepresentation" but like everyone else here, I'm certain I reported everything correctly. The worst part is not knowing what I supposedly did wrong - the notice gives zero details. I've already started printing out all my certification confirmations and pay stubs based on the advice here. For anyone still waiting for their overpayment notice, I found that calling EDD first thing in the morning (like 8:01 AM) gives you the best chance of getting through. I managed to reach someone yesterday who at least confirmed what weeks they're questioning, even though she couldn't reverse the decision over the phone. Don't give up - it sounds like most of these cases get resolved in favor of the claimant when you have proper documentation and persistence!

I just went through this exact same nightmare last month! Got the disqualification notice on a Tuesday for "false statement" and the overpayment notice arrived exactly 16 days later. Like everyone else here, I was totally confused about what I supposedly did wrong since I answered everything honestly. Turns out EDD's system flagged me because I reported working 2 days one week but they thought I should have been "unavailable for work" those days. Complete misunderstanding that got cleared up once I reached an actual human being. My advice: start calling EDD NOW while you're waiting for the overpayment notice - don't wait. I used the technique someone mentioned about calling right at 8:01 AM and got through on my 3rd try. The rep was able to explain exactly what triggered the disqualification and even put notes in my file for the appeal. Also, gather EVERYTHING - I printed out all my certifications, work schedules, even text messages with my boss about my hours. When the overpayment notice comes, you'll have 30 days to appeal, but having everything ready beforehand makes the process so much smoother. Don't panic - most of these really are system errors that can be fixed!