Need help filing EDD overpayment appeal - time sensitive!

I dealt with this exact situation in January! Don't panic - you definitely CAN appeal this. Here's what you need to do: 1. Fill out the DE 1000M form (Appeal Form). You can download it from the EDD website or request they mail it to you. Make sure to include your claim ID number and the case number from your Notice of Overpayment. 2. Write a clear explanation of why you believe you WERE eligible. Include any supporting documentation you have from your employer (termination letter, layoff notice, etc). 3. Make copies of EVERYTHING before you send it. Send it certified mail if possible so you have proof of when you submitted it. 4. Mail it to the address on your Notice of Overpayment (should be the EDD Appeals Office). After you submit, you'll get a hearing date with an Administrative Law Judge. That's where you'll present your case. I won my appeal because I had documentation to prove my eligibility. Good luck!

If u appeal make SURE u dont miss the deadline!!! i filed late by 2 days and they refused 2 even consider my case. total bs. And make copies, the edd "lost" my paperwork twice

I went through this process last year. Just to add some specifics that might help: - When completing the DE 1000M form, be extremely specific about why you disagree with their determination. Don't just say "I disagree" - list the specific facts and regulations that support your case. - If your overpayment is classified as "fraud," the stakes are higher as they can add penalties. Make sure you address this specifically if they've classified it this way. - You have the right to request all EDD records related to your claim before the hearing. Do this! - The hearing is typically conducted by phone these days. Have all your documentation organized and ready. - You'll need to prove that you met the eligibility requirements during the weeks in question, so gather any evidence about your job search activities during that time. My appeal took about 10 weeks from filing to hearing, and another 3 weeks to get the decision. Good luck!

My cousin had this same thing happen and she just ignored it hoping it would go away lol. BAD IDEA. They eventually garnished her wages and took her tax refund. Don't be like my cousin!!!!!

I've helped multiple clients with EDD appeals. One thing nobody's mentioned yet - if you're having trouble getting through to EDD on the phone (and who isn't?), check out Claimyr.com. It's a service that connects you directly to an EDD representative without the endless calling and hanging up. They have a video demo at https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km that explains how it works. I've recommended it to several clients who were in similar situations needing to speak with EDD directly about appeals or overpayment issues. It saved them hours of frustration. For your appeal, make sure you specifically address why you believe your separation reason DOES qualify you for benefits. That seems to be the crux of their determination against you.

why is the edd system so broken??!! its like they WANT to make everything as difficult as possible!! i swear they intentionally make mistakes so they can charge overpayments and hope people dont appeal. disgusting.

When I appealed my overpayment last summer, the hearing officer was actually really fair. I was super nervous but they just wanted to hear my side of the story. Just make sure you're organized and can explain clearly why you think you were eligible. I found that being calm and factual (rather than emotional) worked best. Oh and one more thing - they might offer you a settlement for a lower amount instead of going through the whole appeal. Consider it carefully before accepting or rejecting.

Can you tell us what exactly the notice says about why you weren't eligible? The specific reason matters a lot for the appeal strategy. Is it saying you weren't available for work, or that you were fired for misconduct, or something else? The approach to defending yourself varies depending on what they're claiming.

wait so if ur appealing do u still have to make payments during the appeal process?? that seems really unfair