California Unemployment First Extension- Am I eligible? (collecting, receive, claim)

[CRLSanford]

I am very confused on how the eligibility is figured out for an unemployment extension in California. My benefits are very close to being exhausted, so I am trying to figure out if I will be able to get an extension. So here is a little info on my claim, any information helps! I am currently getting $159 a week, my total wages were $5,549.70, My highest quarter earnings were $4115, my maximum benefit amount was $2775. I would greatly appreciate it if someone could help me figure out if I will be able to get an extension. Thank you!

[Ariadne22]

In California, if your wages are not based on 20 weeks work, which it appears they are not, you need to meet either one of these tests:

Total wages on which claim is based must equal 40x weekly benefit - in your case $6,360 (40x$159). Since your total wages are $5,549.70, you do not pass that test.

Or,

Total wages must equal 1.5x your high quarter wages - in your case $6,172 (1.5x$4,115). Since your total wages are $5,549.70, you do not pass that test, either.

Based on the information you've provided, your claim would not qualify for EUC benefits.

[CRLSanford]

That's what I was afraid of. Thank you for your time.

[briannaangel]

im getting 237 a week and my regular benefits will end next week, am i eligible for the first extension benefits??

[Ariadne22]

Originally Posted by briannaangel

im getting 237 a week and my regular benefits will end next week, am i eligible for the first extension benefits??

Have you read the posts #1 or #2 of this thread?

Before anyone can tell you for sure, you need to provide your

1. original monetary determination or number of weeks you've been collecting,
2. weekly benefit
3. quarters/$$ amounts used to establish your claim

Also, if this is not your first claim, provide your claim history, dates, payments received, any EUC collected and for how long.