EDD payments stopped after expected return to work date - didn't go back yet

Yes, EDD often stops payments automatically when you reach your expected return to work date. You need to contact them ASAP to explain the situation and get them to update your record. This happens with seasonal workers quite a bit. When you certify, are you still reporting that you're able and available to work, and actively looking for work? Make sure you're doing that correctly too.

this happened 2 me 2 times now. u HAVE to call them. no way around it. they wont fix it unless u talk to a person.

The same thing happened to me! The expected return date is definitely why your payment stopped. EDD's system is programmed to automatically close claims on that date unless you notify them otherwise. You absolutely NEED to call and speak with a representative to update your return-to-work date. Make sure to explain that your employer delayed your return date - keep documentation from your employer about the new date if possible. When you get through, ask them to also release the current week's payment that's showing $0. They should be able to override that in their system once they update your record.

Keep certifying!! Always keep certifying even when there are problems. It's MUCH easier for them to release payments for weeks you've already certified for than to go back later.

ugh the EDD system is so broken!!! I bet no actual human looked at your claim - just some stupid computer decided "oh it's May 15, cut them off!" without even checking if you're actually back at work or not. It's ridiculous they make it so hard to reach anyone there. I spent 3 WEEKS trying to get through about a similar issue last year. The system literally hangs up on you!

For anyone interested in the technical details: This is part of EDD's automated claim management system. When you initially file a claim and input an expected return-to-work date, that date gets coded into your claim profile as an automatic stop date. The logic behind it makes sense - they want to prevent overpayments to people who've returned to work but forgot to notify EDD. But as many have pointed out, the system doesn't have any flexibility for changed circumstances unless you contact them. Here's what you'll need to do: 1. Call EDD and speak with a tier 2 specialist (regular reps sometimes can't make this change) 2. Explain the situation clearly - your employer delayed your return date 3. Provide the new expected return date (June 10th) 4. Request that they release any pending payments 5. Ask them to document the call in your file If you have any written confirmation from your employer about the delay, mention that you can provide it if needed. Continue certifying every two weeks without interruption.

In my experience, the best time to call is right when they open at 8:00 AM. The phones get overwhelmed very quickly after that. If you can't get through in the morning, try again between 4:00-4:30 PM when call volume sometimes drops a bit before they close at 5:00 PM. Expect to try multiple times regardless of when you call. If you really struggle to get through using the regular method (most people do), that's why I recommended the Claimyr service. It saved me hours of frustration when I had a similar issue.

Wait I'm confused... couldn't you just update your return to work date in UI Online somewhere? There has to be an option for that without calling right? The whole system is online now.

UPDATE: Finally got through to EDD this morning after trying for 2 hours! The rep was actually really nice and fixed everything right away. She said this happens all the time with seasonal workers and construction jobs. She updated my return to work date to June 10th and released my payment that was stuck. It should hit my Money Network card in 24-48 hours. Thanks everyone for the help and advice! For anyone with the same issue - yes, you MUST call, and yes, be prepared to spend a long time trying to get through.