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Hey, just wondering if you got this sorted out? I'm having the same issue and could use some advice if you found a solution!
Still working on it, but I'll update here if I figure it out. We're all in the same boat 😅
I ran into the E324 error a few months ago and it was a nightmare! What finally worked for me was making sure my address EXACTLY matched what was on file with Social Security Administration, not just the DMV. Even things like "Street" vs "St" or apartment formatting can cause this error. Also, try using Internet Explorer or Edge if you're on Chrome/Firefox - their old system seems to work better with older browsers sometimes. The whole process is frustrating but don't give up!
This is super helpful! I never would have thought about the exact address formatting being so important. I'm dealing with the same E324 error right now and I bet that's my issue - I probably put "Ave" instead of "Avenue" or something like that. Going to double-check everything against my SSA records. Thanks for sharing your experience! 🙏
Oh wow, the address formatting thing makes so much sense! I've been having this same E324 error and I bet that's exactly what's happening. I moved last year and probably have slight differences between what I told DMV vs SSA. Question though - how do you check what address format SSA has on file? Do you have to call them or is there an online way to verify? Also curious about the browser thing - did IE/Edge actually make a difference for the registration process specifically?
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I'm in a very similar situation - submitted my SDI claim about 12 days ago and my doctor sent in the medical certification 8 days ago, but I'm still stuck on "pending" status. Reading through everyone's experiences here is both reassuring and nerve-wracking at the same time! It sounds like 2-4 weeks is the real timeline right now, which is so much longer than what they tell you upfront. I've been trying the 8 AM calling strategy but no luck getting through yet. The stress of waiting when you're already dealing with a medical condition and financial pressure is really overwhelming. Thanks to everyone sharing their timelines and tips - it helps to know we're not alone in this frustrating process!
I completely understand that overwhelming feeling! I'm new to this community but going through the exact same thing - my claim has been pending for about a week now and the uncertainty is really getting to me. It's so helpful to see everyone's real experiences here because the official EDD timeline of 14 days seems pretty unrealistic based on what people are actually experiencing. The fact that you can't even get through to ask questions just makes the anxiety worse. I'm planning to try that early morning calling strategy too, but honestly reading through this thread makes me think I should probably just prepare myself for the long haul. Thanks for sharing your timeline - it really does help to know others are going through the same thing!
I'm new to this community and currently going through my first SDI claim experience. Filed about 6 days ago and my doctor submitted the medical certification 3 days ago, so I'm still early in the process but already feeling anxious reading about everyone's longer wait times! It's really eye-opening to see that the reality is 2-4 weeks instead of the 14 days they advertise. I'm trying to stay patient but it's tough when you're dealing with a medical condition and worried about finances. Has anyone noticed if certain types of conditions or diagnoses get processed faster than others, or is it pretty much just luck of the draw with the workload? Thanks for all the helpful information in this thread - it's making me feel less alone in this stressful process!
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Pro tip: call right when they open in the morning. The wait times are usually shorter then.
Thanks for this tip! I’ll definitely try calling first thing.
I went through this exact same process about 6 months ago! One thing that really helped me was having my doctor's office fax the extension paperwork directly to EDD while I was on the phone with them. That way they could confirm they received it right away and there was no delay in processing. Also, don't forget to ask about whether your extension affects your return-to-work date for job protection purposes - that caught me off guard! The whole process took about 10 days for me once I got through to someone. Wishing you all the best with your pregnancy! 🤞
That's such smart advice about having the doctor's office fax while you're on the phone! I never would have thought of that but it makes perfect sense to get immediate confirmation. And thanks for mentioning the job protection aspect - that's definitely something I need to ask about since I hadn't considered how the extension might affect that timeline. 10 days sounds pretty reasonable too. Really appreciate you sharing your experience! 💕
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This might sound weird, but are you using any VPN or ad blockers? I had issues with EDD's site when I had those on. Turned 'em off and suddenly everything worked fine. 🤷♀️
Huh, I do use a VPN actually. I'll try disabling it and see if that helps. Thanks for the tip!
I've been dealing with EDD issues for months and found that sometimes their system has temporary hiccups with card verification. A few things that worked for me: 1) Make sure you're entering the 3-digit code from the back of your card (not the longer number on the front), 2) Try using incognito/private browsing mode, and 3) If you have special characters or spaces in any of your info, that can sometimes cause weird validation errors. Also, double-check that your address on file with EDD matches exactly what's on your card account - even small differences can cause problems. Good luck! 🤞
This is super helpful! I've been having similar issues and didn't think about the address matching thing. Quick question - when you say "special characters," do you mean things like apostrophes in last names or hyphens in addresses? I have a hyphenated street name and wondering if that could be causing problems 🤔
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Pro tip: check if your employer has any resources to help with PFL claims. Some companies have HR staff who can assist or provide guidance.
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Andre Dupont
•That's a great idea! I'll reach out to HR tomorrow and see if they can help. Thanks!
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Toot-n-Mighty
Hey Andre! I went through something similar a few months ago - filed for the wrong benefit type and it was a nightmare to sort out. Here's what worked for me: I ended up having to withdraw my original claim completely and refile the correct one. You can do this through the online portal under "manage claims" but you'll need to call to confirm the withdrawal went through. Also, make sure you have all your documents ready for the new claim - medical records, employer info, etc. The whole process added about 2-3 weeks to my timeline but at least I got the right benefits in the end. Don't lose hope, it's fixable! 💪
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Kendrick Webb
•Thank you so much for sharing your experience! This gives me hope that it's actually fixable. I'm going to look for that "manage claims" section in the portal right now. Did you have any trouble getting through to confirm the withdrawal, or were the phone wait times manageable when you called?
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Leo Simmons
•This is exactly what I needed to hear! I was so worried I'd have to start completely over. Going to check out that manage claims section right now. Really appreciate you sharing the step-by-step process - it makes this whole mess feel way more manageable. Fingers crossed the withdrawal and refile goes smoothly! 🤞
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