Will EDD approve my claim if employer transfers me to another location in same city?

This is considered a substantial change in your working conditions, which might qualify as "good cause" for voluntary quit under EDD rules. However, location changes within the same city are tricky. You'll need to document specifically: 1. The safety issues in the new location (police reports for the area, news articles) 2. The significant increase in commute time (maps showing traffic patterns) 3. Any reduction in compensation or benefits 4. Evidence that you attempted to resolve the issue with your employer before quitting The key is proving that any reasonable person in your situation would quit. Have you tried negotiating with your employer about the transfer?

u might still qualfy but probly not. EDD usually says its reasonable 2 transfer ppl in same city. my cousin got denied when they made him go from santa monica to downtown LA. depends on how far and if u can prove the new place is dangerous

I had to research this exact situation when my employer tried transferring me to a location that would've doubled my commute. Here's what I learned about qualifying for UI benefits in this scenario: 1. You MUST try to resolve the issue with your employer first. Document all conversations in writing. 2. The key factors EDD considers for location transfers are: - Significant increase in commute time/distance - Documentable safety concerns - Substantial change in work hours - Childcare conflicts created by the change 3. Before quitting, send a formal email to HR explaining why the transfer creates an undue hardship. If they refuse accommodations, this becomes evidence for your claim. 4. When filing, use specific language about "substantial and materially adverse change in working conditions" rather than just saying you quit because of the transfer. It's definitely possible to qualify, but documentation is everything!

I just went thru this!!! EDD denied me initially when I quit after my store relocated to a different mall, but I appealed and WON! The key was proving my commute went from 20 min to 55 min AND the new location had me closing alone at 10pm with no security (I'm female). If you're going to quit, make sure you: 1. Put EVERYTHING in writing to your employer 2. Take pics of the unsafe conditions 3. Get statements from other employees about safety issues 4. Document EXACT commute times with screenshots Good luck!!!!

they all trying to scam the system SMH. if its same city just deal with it or find new job without taking taxpayer $$$. unemployment is for people who LOSE jobs not people who dont like their commute

I work for an employment law firm (not a lawyer though!) and see these cases often. Here's what matters: - Courts have ruled that a "significant" increase in commute can be good cause - But "significant" usually means more than doubling your commute time - Safety concerns need police reports or other official documentation - You MUST try to find alternatives (shift change, transfer to different location) Honestly, your case could go either way. Document EVERYTHING. Also make sure to look for another job while this plays out because EDD will require work search regardless.

Based on everything shared here, I'd suggest this approach: 1. Send a formal email to HR explaining: - The safety concerns with specific examples - The significant increase in commute time - Request for transfer to another location that doesn't create these hardships - Document that this change significantly alters your original employment agreement 2. If they refuse reasonable accommodation, resign in writing stating: - You're leaving due to "substantial and materially adverse changes to working conditions" - Reference your previous attempts to resolve the issue - Be specific about the safety and commute hardships 3. When filing with EDD, check "Yes" that you voluntarily quit but indicate it was with good cause Based on similar cases, you have maybe a 60/40 chance of approval, but your odds improve significantly with proper documentation and phrasing.

I went through something very similar last year when my company tried to transfer me from Irvine to Santa Ana - same county but the commute would have gone from 20 minutes to over an hour in traffic, plus the new location had significantly higher crime rates. Here's what worked for me: 1. I documented EVERYTHING - took screenshots of Google Maps showing traffic patterns at different times, printed crime statistics from both areas, and saved news articles about incidents near the new location. 2. I sent a detailed email to HR outlining the hardships (increased commute, safety concerns, impact on work-life balance) and requested alternatives like working at a different company location or modified hours. 3. When they denied my request, I resigned citing "constructive discharge due to substantial adverse changes in working conditions." EDD approved my claim on the first try! The key was showing that I made good faith efforts to work with my employer and that the changes created genuine hardship. The fact that you've been there 3 years with a perfect record actually helps your case - shows you're not just trying to get out of work. Make sure to use the exact phrase "substantial adverse change in working conditions" when you file. That's the magic language EDD looks for. Also start your job search immediately because you'll need to show you're actively looking for work.