EDD eligibility interview ended with '10 day wait period' - what does this mean for my claim?

This is completely normal - don't worry! The interviewer can't give you an immediate decision because they need to review all the information, possibly check with your former employer again, and then make a formal determination. The 10-day timeframe is their standard processing period for eligibility decisions after interviews. Based on what you described (employer changing your hours significantly), you may have good cause for leaving, which is what they're evaluating. Just keep certifying for benefits during this waiting period so you'll get paid for those weeks if approved.

yep thats exaclty what happened to me!! waited 10 days and got approved but my friend got denied after her interview so who knows lol good luck

The 10-day wait is their standard line, but it's complete BS most of the time!!! I was told the same thing and ended up waiting 23 DAYS before anything changed on my account. No call, no email, NOTHING!!! I had to check my UI Online account obsessively until I finally saw my status change from "pending" to "paid" without any notification. If you really need to know sooner, KEEP CALLING THEM. But good luck getting through - I tried 97 times in one day and couldn't reach a human.

It sounds like you had what's called a "determination interview" for voluntary quit with possible good cause. Here's what typically happens: 1. The interviewer collects all relevant information 2. They evaluate if your reason for quitting meets their "good cause" criteria 3. A determination is made within 10 days (though it can take longer) 4. The decision is mailed to you AND posted to your UI Online account Important: Your situation of having your hours drastically changed (especially to overnight) when you have childcare responsibilities is often considered good cause for voluntary quit. This is categorized under "substantial change in working conditions" in EDD's guidelines. Keep certifying every two weeks even while waiting for the decision. If approved, you'll receive payment for all certified weeks. If denied, you'll receive appeal rights information with your determination notice.

Yes, I did tell them I couldn't work overnight shifts because of my kid, and I asked if I could stay on morning shifts. My manager said the schedule change was non-negotiable because they were short-staffed at night. I mentioned all this in the interview, so hopefully that helps my case. This waiting is just killing me!

wait i'm confused about somethin else - if they approve you after the interview, do they pay you for all the weeks since you first applied? or just from when they approve you? i had a disqualification once and im not sure if its the same thing

UPDATE: Just got my determination letter in the mail today (only took 8 days, not 10). I was APPROVED!!! They accepted my reason for leaving as valid. Just checked my UI Online account and the status changed to paid for all my certified weeks. Such a relief! Thanks everyone for your help and advice during this stressful time.

Congratulations Mason! Your case is a perfect example of why it's so important to document everything when you have to leave a job due to circumstances beyond your control. The fact that you tried to work with your employer first before quitting definitely helped your case. For anyone else reading this who might be in a similar situation - always ask for accommodation or alternative arrangements in writing (email is great) before making the decision to quit, as this shows EDD you made a good faith effort to keep your job.

So glad to see a positive outcome! This thread is really helpful for understanding the EDD interview process. I'm currently waiting for my own eligibility interview to be scheduled (filed 4 weeks ago after leaving my retail job due to unsafe working conditions). Reading about your experience gives me hope that they do fairly evaluate legitimate reasons for leaving. The advice about documenting everything and trying to work with your employer first is gold - I made sure to email my manager about the safety concerns and kept copies of everything. Fingers crossed my case goes as smoothly as yours did!

Congratulations Mason! Your positive outcome really helps ease my anxiety about my own upcoming eligibility interview. I'm in a similar situation - had to leave my warehouse job when they switched me to a shift that conflicted with my college classes (I'm finishing my degree while working). I made sure to email HR about the conflict and ask if they could accommodate my schedule, but they said no. Reading through this thread has given me so much valuable insight about the process and what to expect. The advice about documenting everything and showing you tried to work with your employer first seems crucial. Thanks to everyone who contributed here - this community is incredibly helpful for navigating EDD's confusing process!

This is such an encouraging thread! As someone who just filed for unemployment after leaving my job due to a hostile work environment, reading about Mason's successful outcome and all the helpful advice here gives me hope. I'm still waiting to hear about scheduling my eligibility interview, but I feel much better prepared now knowing what to expect. The emphasis on documenting everything and showing you tried to resolve issues with your employer first is really valuable - I made sure to keep records of all my complaints to HR and their responses (or lack thereof). It's also reassuring to know that the 10-day wait period is normal and doesn't necessarily indicate a negative outcome. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences and knowledge here!

This entire thread has been incredibly helpful! I'm currently going through a similar situation - had to leave my teaching assistant position when the school district suddenly changed my assignment to a different campus that would require a 2-hour commute each way. I tried to request a transfer back to my original location but was told it wasn't possible due to budget constraints. Reading about Mason's success and seeing all the great advice about documentation has given me much more confidence going into my eligibility interview next week. It's reassuring to know that EDD does consider legitimate circumstances like schedule changes that create undue hardship. Thank you everyone for sharing your experiences - this community support makes such a stressful process much more manageable!

This thread is such a great resource for anyone dealing with EDD eligibility interviews! I'm currently waiting for my own interview to be scheduled after leaving my job when my employer eliminated my position but offered me a role that was a significant demotion in both pay and responsibilities. Reading Mason's success story and all the excellent advice about documentation really gives me confidence. One thing I'd add for anyone in similar situations - if you haven't already, make sure to gather any written communications about the changes to your employment (emails, texts, official notices, etc.) before your interview. I kept everything from when they first told me about the position elimination and the "alternative" they offered. Having that paper trail ready made me feel much more prepared. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences here - it's amazing how much this community helps reduce the stress and uncertainty of dealing with EDD!

Wow, reading through all these success stories and advice has been so reassuring! I'm currently in week 3 of waiting for my eligibility interview to be scheduled after leaving my nursing job when my employer refused to provide adequate PPE during a COVID outbreak at our facility. I filed a safety complaint with the state health department first and have all that documentation, plus emails showing I requested proper protective equipment multiple times before ultimately having to resign. This thread has taught me so much about what to expect during the interview process and how important it is to show EDD that you tried every reasonable option before leaving. Mason's positive outcome and everyone's helpful advice about documentation has given me much more confidence that legitimate safety concerns will be taken seriously. It's also good to know that the 10-day waiting period after the interview is normal and not necessarily a bad sign. Thank you to everyone who shared their experiences - this community support makes navigating EDD so much less overwhelming!