r/UnemploymentCA

Greetings all - I was injured in May 2025 - I had a QME in January 2026 for physical and mental February 2026. The psyche ruled in my favor and the physical states more info needed.
Then I get fired while in medical leave in February. My lawyer didn't fight for wrongful termination and sent me to another law firm who just sent me an email stating they will not take the case. My disability runs out May 30th. I'm in California and have bills etc - does anyone have any advice?

Guys !! Just got graduated today , failed more than 10 interviews off campus , from tier 3 college Aiml degree really has started slapping me hard can someone suggest me from what should I do ? For job , better platforms to apply

anyone know what questions i should be expecting on my phone interview? ive had the worst experience ever just getting to this point any idea on whats ahead to help would be huge! thankyou

Any tips tricks or advice for going into my first ever appeal/reinstatement hearing? I feel like I have everything I need to win. Evidence of false write ups, altered time sheets, notes proving I worked off the clock. I just want the money I was supposed to get on Feb....

I graduated in June 2025 (Civil engineering opt construction engineering and management). Didn’t land my first role yet. Is anyone here hiring ? Knows someone who’s hiring ? Can help ?

Thank you.

i literally now applied to over 100+ retail jobs, customer service, etc.. but it either i get ghosted or is far away or my availability doesn't work out because i have classes. I feel so stuck, lool. any tips? or anyone know who is hiring? can't do anything with physical labor because i'm not strong/minor health issues. HELLPP

I was just let go off my job and I was underperforming because of my disability (agoraphobia, anxiety, panic attacks, ptsd) however they wanted to brush it off in a positive light.

Should I put in a claim right away? I have gone through two jobs now that this has affected me.

Simply put- questions that I have

These were 1099 but should be considered W2 positions. My payment was through wire transfers but the contract I signed shows that I was getting paid bi-monthly. Does this generally work?

Even though I have had this condition for a bit now, I was able to hold the job for 3 months but not perform, thus to my termination. Now I feel crippled in looking for a job due to my conditions. I need the insurance until I can rectify my conditions, I do have a psychiatrist I speak with.

I'm not really sure where to start, can someone give me a brief rundown on where to go from here? I apply on EDD, but how should I date this?

I'm getting a bit overwhelmed, I do know that the condition has had to been reported within 49 days?

Is there someone that can give me a quick rundown on how this can help me?

Also, on the 1099 considered W2, I did not put any money into any other funds like SDI? Is this part of what a W2 job would normally deduct?

Hello, I recently quit my employer due numerous complaints & no raises. Could I qualify for unemployment services?

Hi Everyone!

For context I am a full time nursing student who was recently let for from my part time job and applied for unemployment. I received my first amount but then was put on hold and have had 2 interviews scheduled due to an issue with my application.

During my first interview, they were really aggressive and wouldn't clarify what the issue/discrepancy was and what would make me ineligible for benefits. They asked multiple questions about why I left my previous job (which I repeatedly said I was let go due to them wanting someone full time and didn't choose to leave) and what my currently availability was. When I told them I have class M-W, they seemed to doubt my ability to do full time work, but I said I was available to work weekends as well. I had left my previous employment on neutral terms and I have in writing that I was free to seek UI and they would be willing to speak with them. However, offboarding process was a little messy since the company is small, so it seems like there is maybe some discrepancy in what they are saying vs me?

I have another interview scheduled next weeks but I'm still not really sure what is going on so I'm not sure how I should approach it or prepare. I really need this money to keep me afloat while in school. Can anyone can confirm whether I am eligible to UI if I'm

1. Looking for part time work (if not, should I clarify again I'm open to FT and can work weekends?)

2. Currently a full time student

Any advice?

Hi I was a intern at my local county for 1 year and left last week since I had maxed out my hours.for the year..Do I qualify for unemployment?

I have been on sdi disability from 07/28/2025-4/6/2026 for pregnancy and I’m currently on paid family leave for baby bonding. Iv found out I’m pregnant again. Will I still qualify for sdi if I go to work for three months? I’m always put on disability at 20 weeks during pregnancy.