EDD qualification concerns after multiple job losses - will this affect my claim?

EDD doesn't automatically disqualify you for having multiple job losses. What matters is the reason for separation in each case. If you were fired for misconduct or quit without good cause, then you might be disqualified. But if you were let go because of "not being a good fit" or similar reasons that don't involve misconduct, you should still qualify. If you do end up filing a claim after multiple separations, be prepared for EDD to possibly schedule an eligibility interview to determine qualification. They'll likely contact your previous employers to verify the separation reason. Just be honest about what happened and explain that you were never given specific performance issues or warnings.

i got fired from like 3 jobs in 6 months and still got benefits so dont worry too much. the key is if u were fired for actual misconduct like stealing or no showing. if they just say ur not a good fit thats actually a layoff not a firing technically. EDD calls it 'lack of work' even if the reason is they dont like ur personality lol

I WOULD BE WORRIED!! EDD is looking for ANY reason to deny benefits these days. My sister-in-law got denied because she had 2 jobs in 4 months and they said it was a "pattern of misconduct" even though neither employer gave specific reasons for firing her. The system is RIGGED to protect employers! She had to appeal and it took 3 MONTHS to get approved while bills piled up. The whole system is designed to exhaust you so you'll give up!!!

Im in the exact same boat right now! Got let go from two jobs last year and now my current job is giving me bad vibes too. When I filed after my last job they did schedule an eligibility interview but it was pretty quick and painless. The interviewer just asked basic questions about why I was let go. My employer had just said it wasn't a good fit so I told that to EDD and got approved no problem. Good luck!

A few important points to consider: 1. EDD evaluates each separation individually, not as a pattern 2. "Not a good fit" terminations are typically NOT misconduct for EDD purposes 3. Document everything - save emails, termination notices, and performance feedback 4. If you do get terminated, request a written explanation of the reason 5. During eligibility interviews, stick to facts and avoid emotional statements If you do need to file, be prepared for the possibility of a phone interview. These interviews are scheduled when there's any question about eligibility, and multiple separations often trigger them.

When I got fired last year I couldn't get through to EDD for WEEKS to explain my situation (similar to yours). I finally found this service called Claimyr that connected me to an EDD rep in about 15 minutes. It was way better than spending hours dialing and getting busy signals. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km. Their website is claimyr.com if you need to talk to someone at EDD about your specific situation. Totally worth it in my opinion since I was able to explain my situation to an actual person who confirmed I was eligible despite being let go from multiple jobs.

just fyi being fired and laid off are totally different for unemployment. fired = u did something wrong. laid off = not ur fault, company decision. most companies say "not a good fit" to avoid lawsuits but that's basically a layoff in edd terms unless they can prove u broke specific rules. been thru this 3x myself.

Thank you all for the responses! This is helping ease my mind a bit. I'll definitely make sure to document everything at this new job, including any positive feedback. If things start looking shaky, I'll request written explanations for any issues they bring up. Fingers crossed this job works out, but at least I know multiple separations won't automatically disqualify me if I need to file for unemployment again.

If you do end up needing to file a claim after another separation, make sure you're extremely precise when answering the question about why you're no longer working. The exact wording matters significantly for how your claim is processed. If you select "fired" or "discharged," EDD automatically flags your claim for an eligibility interview. Instead, if the employer told you it "wasn't a good fit" without citing specific policy violations, the most accurate selection would be "laid off/no work available" - because essentially they're saying your specific position is no longer available to you, not that you committed misconduct. Also, start keeping a work journal now. Document all interactions, feedback (positive and negative), and any strange vibes you're getting. This documentation can be invaluable if you need to explain your side during an eligibility interview.