ESD won't accept backdated claim - can't enter October week because 'last day worked' is in November

You need to file what's called a 'backdated claim' for the October week. You can't do this through the regular online system - it has that restriction about not going earlier than your last day worked. You'll need to call ESD directly and explain your situation. The agent can manually process the backdated claim week for you. Make sure you have documentation of why you're filing late for the October week (if you have any). They might ask for an explanation about the delay in filing.

I had to deal with this last year. Here's exactly what you need to do: 1. First, file your claim for the November week as normal 2. Then call ESD at 800-318-6022 and explain you need to backdate a claim for a specific week in October 3. You can only backdate claims within 4 weeks of the week you're claiming, so hopefully your October week is within that window 4. Have your work history ready - dates worked, employer names, etc. 5. Be prepared to explain why you're filing late for the October week The agent will need to override the system to enter the backdated claim week. It's actually a pretty common situation for people who work temp or gig jobs with gaps in between.

Good luck trying to get through to ESD on the phone lol... I've been trying for THREE DAYS and just get the "we're experiencing high call volume" message and then they hang up. It's ridiculous.

Just to clarify some misinformation in this thread: The 4-week limit mentioned above isn't always strictly enforced. ESD can actually backdate claims up to 52 weeks in certain circumstances, but you need to demonstrate "good cause" for the late filing. Good cause examples include: - You were physically/mentally unable to file (illness, etc.) - You received incorrect information from ESD - You attempted to file but encountered technical issues - You were unaware you could file while working temp jobs When you call, be very clear about why you didn't file for the October week at the time. If they initially deny your request for backdating beyond 4 weeks, you can appeal that decision. Document everything.

my cousin had this exact same problem and ESD ended up denying his backpay for weeks that were more than a month old even though he had a really good reason for not filing earlier. the whole system is designed to deny benefits!!! they make everything so complicated on purpose!!!

One thing nobody has mentioned yet - when you file for that November week, make sure you report ALL work and earnings accurately, including the temp work you did between October and November. If your earnings for any week exceed your weekly benefit amount, you won't receive benefits for that week, but you still need to report it all correctly. Also, depending on how long you worked at those temp jobs and how much you earned, it might affect your benefit year or weekly benefit amount. The system recalculates based on recent work history. Good luck with your claim! Let us know how it turns out.