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I was on disability for about 3 months in 2023 (May through August) due to a surgery and recovery. I'm working on filing my taxes now and realized I haven't received any tax forms from EDD. Don't they usually send out something like a W2 or 1099 form to report the disability income? This is my first time dealing with this and I'm not sure if disability benefits are even taxable in California. Has anyone gotten their tax documents from EDD yet? Should I be expecting something in the mail or do I need to download it from somewhere online?
Hi everyone, I'm in a bit of a complicated situation with EDD disability claims. I'm currently receiving SDI benefits for a back injury that happened in January 2025. But last year (June 2024), I had a completely different injury (wrist fracture) that was covered under workers' comp. I just found out from a coworker that I might have been eligible for supplemental SDI benefits during that time since workers' comp was paying less than what I would've gotten through disability. The injuries are completely unrelated - last year was work-related (the wrist), current one happened at home (the back). Is it even possible to file a retroactive SDI claim for last year while I'm currently receiving benefits for a different condition? Has anyone ever done this before? The EDD website is so confusing about this specific situation.
Thanks everyone for your help! I was able to get through to EDD today using that Claimyr service (it actually worked!). The EDD rep confirmed I can file a retroactive claim for the difference between workers comp and SDI from last year. I need to submit: 1. DE 2501 with "RETROACTIVE CLAIM - WORKERS COMP COORDINATION" written at the top 2. Letter explaining why I'm filing late 3. Copy of all workers comp payment stubs 4. Medical certification from my previous doctor The rep also noted it in my current claim file so there shouldn't be any issues with my current payments. Fingers crossed this works out!
Awesome update! So glad you were able to get through to someone who actually knew what they were talking about. The EDD phone system is such a nightmare most of the time. Quick tip from my experience with retroactive claims - when you send in your paperwork, I'd recommend using certified mail with return receipt so you have proof they received it. Also take photos/scans of everything before you send it in case anything gets lost in their system. Hope it all works out smoothly for you! Keep us posted on how it goes - this thread will probably help other people in similar situations.
Hey everyone, I'm trying to file for disability but I keep getting this error message E313 when I try to submit my application online. It's been happening since yesterday and I'm not sure what to do. Has anyone else run into this? Any advice on how to get past it or who I should contact? I really need to get this application in soon.
Pro tip: if you can't get through online, try calling right when they open. I got through after only a 20 minute wait last week. Good luck!
I had the exact same E313 error last week! What finally worked for me was switching to Microsoft Edge (I know, I know) and making sure JavaScript was enabled. Also try disabling any ad blockers or privacy extensions temporarily - sometimes they interfere with the EDD site's submission process. If you're still stuck, the disability hotline is 1-800-480-3287, but be prepared for a long wait. Hang in there, you'll get through this!
Hey everyone, I'm in a bit of a pickle. I haven't received my unemployment benefit check for the last 4 weeks. I was supposed to get a DE 2593 form in my online account around August 31st, but it's nowhere to be found. My payments have been stopped because of this. Has anyone else dealt with missing forms or payment delays? Any advice on how to get this sorted out quickly?
Hey OP, have you tried reaching out to your local assemblymember or state senator? Their offices can sometimes help cut through the red tape and get answers from EDD faster.
I had the exact same issue with a missing DE 2593 form! What worked for me was logging into UI Online and going to the "Forms" section - sometimes they show up there even if you didn't get an email notification. Also, try clearing your browser cache and cookies, then log back in. If it's still not there, you can actually request a duplicate form through the "Contact EDD" messaging system in your account. It took about 10 business days, but they eventually sent me a new one. Don't give up - the form is definitely real and you will get your benefits once this gets sorted out!
Hey everyone, I'm in a bit of a pickle. I just got a DE 429D form showing my income as zero, but I actually had earnings during that period. I've got paystubs and bank statements from December to June to prove it. Has anyone dealt with this before? What's the best way to dispute this and get it corrected?
I've been dealing with EDD for 3 months now over a similar issue. Here's my advice: document EVERYTHING. Every call, every letter, every online message. You never know when you'll need to reference something. And don't be afraid to escalate if you're not getting anywhere with the regular reps.
Just went through this exact same thing a few months ago! Definitely start with checking your employer's quarterly wage reports like McKenzie mentioned - that was my issue too. If that doesn't pan out, I'd recommend sending a written appeal with copies of your paystubs attached rather than just calling. The written trail helps a lot if you need to escalate later. Also, keep photocopies of everything you send them because stuff has a way of "getting lost" in their system. Hang in there, it's frustrating but totally fixable!
Rajiv Kumar
i just remembered they send them out electrilcally now to save paper. checked my email and found a notification from january that it was available online. might wanna check ur email too if u havent already lol
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Mila Walker
Just wanted to add for anyone else who might be searching for this - if you're having trouble finding the "Forms and Certificates" section in your SDI Online account, try looking under "History" first and then "Forms" from there. The navigation can be a bit confusing. Also, make sure you're logged into the SDI portion specifically, not just the regular EDD unemployment portal. I made that mistake initially and couldn't find anything until I switched to the correct section.
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