am i the only 1 who thinks its crazy we gotta jump thru all these hoops just to get what we're owed? 🤡 system's broken af

Same thing happened to me last month! I never got the call either. Here's what worked for me: I called the main EDD number (1-800-300-5616) first thing Monday morning at exactly 8am and kept hitting redial. It took about 45 minutes but I finally got through. When I explained I never received my scheduled interview call, they were actually pretty understanding and rescheduled me for the next week. Make sure to ask for a confirmation number when they reschedule! Also double-check that your phone number is correct in your account - mine had an old number somehow. Don't panic, you won't lose your benefits as long as you can show you tried to participate. Good luck! 🤞

I went through something very similar last year - got fired for "insubordination" after pushing back on unsafe working conditions. Filed for unemployment anyway and initially got denied, but I appealed and won. The whole process took about 3 months but I got full backpay. A few things that helped my case: - I documented everything I could remember about the incident immediately after filing - I gathered evidence of my good work history (performance reviews, commendations, etc.) - During the appeal hearing, I stayed calm and factual while my employer got defensive and emotional The fact that you have 3 years of clean history is huge. Most ALJs (Administrative Law Judges) understand that good employees don't just suddenly become problem workers overnight. File your claim ASAP - even if you get initially denied, you can't win an appeal you never start. And definitely keep looking for work in the meantime since you have to show you're actively seeking employment anyway. Good luck! The system isn't perfect but it's not rigged against workers like some people claim.

I'm going through almost the exact same situation right now! Got fired two weeks ago for what my manager called "attitude problems" after I questioned a new policy that seemed to violate labor laws. No prior disciplinary actions in 4 years of employment. I filed my claim last Monday and I'm still waiting to hear back. The anxiety is killing me because everyone keeps saying different things about whether misconduct cases have any chance. Reading through these comments is actually giving me some hope - especially seeing that @Salim Nasir won his appeal for "insubordination." @Connor O'Brien - definitely document everything you remember about that customer interaction ASAP. I wish I had done that right away instead of waiting a week. Also, if you have any positive performance reviews or employee recognition, gather those too. From what I'm reading here, having proof of your good work history seems really important. Has anyone here had experience with what happens if you find a new job while your appeal is still pending? Do you still get the backpay if you win?

tell ur son to keep filing evry 2 weeks no matter what!!! u dont wanna miss weeks

I went through something very similar with my nephew last year! The determination took about 6 weeks total, and EDD kept paying him the whole time. What really helped was when we finally got through to a rep (took many attempts) who explained that as long as he submitted the required documentation and continues certifying accurately, the payments usually indicate they're leaning toward approval. The key thing is making sure he doesn't miss any certification periods and answers all questions honestly. Also, if they do schedule an interview, treat it very seriously - be prepared with all the facts about why he left his job and any documentation that supports his story. Most of these cases do work out fine, especially when someone is being proactive like your son has been!

Update us on how it goes! The whole EDD process can be confusing but I've seen multiple cases where people got benefits after leaving a stable job for a better opportunity that didn't work out. The system is designed to protect workers in exactly this type of situation. Just make sure you certify on time every two weeks once you open your claim!

I went through something very similar a few months ago! Got let go from a new job after just 2 weeks because of "performance concerns" but I had left my previous job of 5 years for what I thought was a better opportunity. The good news is that California's base period system worked in my favor - EDD calculated my benefits based on earnings from up to 18 months prior, so my long-term previous job was included. The key thing that helped me was being completely transparent about both job separations during my eligibility interview. I explained that I left my stable job for career advancement (higher salary, better benefits) and that the new employer let me go during what was essentially an extended probationary period. EDD approved my claim because leaving for a substantially better job is considered "good cause" and being terminated for not being a good fit isn't considered misconduct on your part. Don't wait to apply - even if there are questions about your eligibility, it's better to get the process started. The worst thing that can happen is they deny your claim, but based on what you've described, I think you have a strong case.

To all those having trouble reaching a human at California Unemployment. I just ran across this video that gave me a shortcut to reach a human. Hope it helps! https://youtu.be/Ize0EkN4HDI

I had a similar issue with ID.me address verification! Here's what worked for me: First, make sure you're using the exact address format that matches your official documents. Sometimes ID.me is very picky about abbreviations (like "St" vs "Street" or "Apt" vs "Apartment"). If your passport doesn't have your current address, you'll need a secondary document like a utility bill, bank statement, or lease agreement that shows your name and current address. You can also try calling ID.me support directly - they have a helpline specifically for government benefit verification issues. If all else fails, contact EDD directly and explain your situation - they sometimes have alternative verification methods available. Good luck!