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I'm going through this exact same issue right now! My SDI payment was scheduled for Tuesday but it's now Friday and still hasn't hit my account. The EDD portal shows "paid" just like everyone else is describing. I've been calling EDD all week but can't get through to anyone - just get the "all representatives are busy" message and then it hangs up. Reading through all these comments has been really helpful though - it sounds like these 5-7 day delays are more common than I thought with SDI payments. I'm going to give it until Monday (which would be day 6 for me) before I try that Claimyr service that was mentioned. It's so stressful when you're depending on this money for basic expenses and it just doesn't show up when it's supposed to. Thanks to everyone for sharing their experiences - it really helps to know I'm not dealing with this alone!
I'm in a very similar situation - my payment was due Wednesday and it's now Friday with nothing in my account. The EDD site shows "paid" but my bank account is still empty. I've been calling constantly too with no luck getting through to anyone. It's really reassuring to read through this whole thread and see that so many people have dealt with these delays and eventually got their payments. The stress is real when you're depending on this money! I'm going to wait through the weekend since I'm only at day 3, but it's good to know about the Claimyr option if I need it next week. Hang in there - based on everyone's experiences here, it sounds like most of these delays resolve within that 5-7 day window.
I'm dealing with this same exact issue right now! My SDI payment was supposed to arrive on Wednesday but it's Friday and still nothing in my account. The EDD website shows "paid" status but my bank account is empty. I've been trying to call all day but can't get through to anyone. Reading through everyone's experiences here is actually really reassuring - it sounds like these 5-7 day delays happen more often than I realized. I'm going to wait through the weekend since I'm only at day 3, but if nothing shows up by Tuesday I'll definitely try that Claimyr service that was mentioned earlier. It's so stressful when you're counting on this money for rent and bills! Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences - it really helps to know we're not alone in dealing with these payment delays.
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I'm new to this community but going through something very similar right now. Got injured at my retail job in January and I'm also stuck in this partial disability limbo - working reduced hours due to medical restrictions while getting minimal workers comp. Reading through everyone's advice here has been incredibly helpful. I had no idea about the wage replacement differential concept or that initial SDI approvals could indicate partial eligibility. I'm definitely going to look into that Claimyr service too since I've been trying to reach EDD for weeks with no luck. One thing I wanted to add - my union rep mentioned that some people in our situation have had success filing for CalFresh (food stamps) and other assistance programs to bridge the financial gap while fighting the benefits issues. It's not ideal, but it can help with basic expenses while you're waiting for appeals or exploring other options. The system really does seem designed to wear people down rather than help injured workers. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences and advice!
Welcome to the community! It's frustrating that so many of us are dealing with this same issue - really shows how broken the system is for injured workers. The CalFresh suggestion is smart - I hadn't thought about supplementing with other assistance programs while fighting the benefits battle. I'm definitely going to look into applying for food assistance too. Between reduced work hours, minimal workers comp, and no SDI, every bit helps. Did your union rep mention any other programs that might be available? I'm not union but wondering if there are state programs I should know about. It sounds like we're all learning that this isn't just a simple "you can't get both benefits" situation - there seem to be more options and exceptions than the initial denial letters suggest. Hopefully some of us can report back with success stories soon to help others in the same boat.
I'm new here but unfortunately dealing with a very similar situation. Got hurt at my manufacturing job back in December and I'm also caught in this workers comp/SDI limbo. Reading through all these responses has been both helpful and frustrating - helpful because there seem to be more options than I realized, frustrating because it confirms how unnecessarily complicated the system is. A few things I've learned from my own research that might help: 1. Make sure you're reporting your workers comp correctly on your SDI certification. I found out I was supposed to report it as "other income" rather than just mentioning it in the comments section. 2. If you're still within the appeal window, consider requesting an "expedited review" due to financial hardship. I'm not sure if it actually speeds things up, but it's worth mentioning your family's situation. 3. Check if your county has any emergency assistance programs for injured workers. Mine has a small fund that can help with utilities while you're waiting for benefits to sort out. The wage gap calculation that @Freya Johansen mentioned sounds promising - definitely going to look into that angle for my own case. It makes sense that SDI should be able to cover the difference when workers comp is clearly inadequate. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences. It helps knowing we're not alone in this mess!
Thanks for sharing those additional tips! The point about reporting workers comp as "other income" rather than just in comments is really important - I wonder if that's part of why my certification got flagged. I may have been doing it wrong this whole time. The expedited review for financial hardship is definitely worth trying. With a family to support and bills piling up, this situation definitely qualifies as hardship. Even if it doesn't actually speed things up, at least it documents the urgency of our situation. I'm also going to look into county emergency assistance programs. I had no idea those existed for injured workers specifically. Between that, CalFresh, and the other suggestions people have made here, maybe we can patch together enough support while fighting the main benefits battle. It's both comforting and depressing how many of us are dealing with this exact same problem. Really highlights how the system needs major reform to better serve injured workers who are just trying to survive financially while recovering.
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Guys I'm telling you, we need to organize and demand better from our government. This SDI system is broken af and we're all suffering. Who's with me? ✊
Calm down, Bernie. They're doing their best with limited resources.
Limited resources? In California? Give me a break. It's about priorities and we're clearly not one of them.
Hey @Samantha Johnson! I went through something similar a few months ago. The DE2593 form can be tricky - I made a mistake with the "return to work" date section and it delayed my payment by almost 2 weeks. What helped me was logging into the SDI Online portal and checking the status of my claim. Sometimes it'll show if there's an issue with your submission. Also, if you do end up calling, try around 8:15 AM right after they open - that's when I had the best luck getting through quickly. Hang in there! 💪
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I've been lurking here for a while but had to create an account to share this - I just went through the exact same thing last week! The grayed out address fields drove me absolutely crazy. What finally worked for me was a combination of what others mentioned: I used the mobile app during off-peak hours (around 6 AM) and was able to edit everything that was locked on the desktop site. It's like their mobile and desktop systems don't talk to each other properly. Also, make sure you're not using any browser extensions or ad blockers - those can sometimes interfere with the form fields. If the mobile app doesn't work, definitely try that technical support number that Taylor mentioned. The regular customer service line just kept telling me to "try again later" which was useless. Hope you get it sorted out soon!
Welcome to the community and thanks for sharing your experience! 🙌 The early morning mobile app trick is genius - never would have thought to try that combination. It's so weird how their systems seem to have different rules depending on how you access them. Your point about browser extensions is really good too - I bet a lot of people don't think to check that. This whole thread has been a goldmine of solutions!
This thread is so helpful! I'm dealing with a similar situation right now where I can't update my phone number either - it's also grayed out. Based on everyone's suggestions, I'm going to try the mobile app at like 5 AM tomorrow and see if that works. If not, I'll definitely call that technical support line at 1-800-300-5616 that Taylor mentioned. It's honestly ridiculous that we need to use these workarounds just to update basic contact info, but I'm grateful this community exists to share these solutions. Will report back with what works! 🤞
Isaiah Sanders
So glad everything worked out for you! This is really helpful info for other new parents going through the same thing. I'm due in a few months and was already worried about the payment timing with my disability leave. Now I know to expect delays around holidays and that "auto payment" status is a good sign. Thanks for updating us with the resolution - it's nice to see these posts have happy endings!
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GalacticGuru
•Congratulations on your upcoming arrival! Yeah, this thread definitely eased my anxiety about the whole process. One tip I'd add for when you start your leave - maybe build in a few extra days buffer for your first payment if possible, especially if it coincides with any holidays. The stress of wondering if/when the money will come is real when you have bills due! Also that Claimyr service someone mentioned seems like it could be a lifesaver if you run into any issues with your claim.
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This is such a helpful thread! I'm about to start my pregnancy disability leave next month and was already stressing about payment timing. It's really reassuring to see that "auto payment" status means the money is approved and on its way, even if there are delays. The breakdown of the typical timeline someone provided (certification → processing → auto payment → bank processing → deposit) is super useful. I'm definitely bookmarking this for reference and will make sure to factor in extra time around holidays. Thanks for sharing your experience and updating with the resolution - it makes the whole process feel less scary for those of us going through it for the first time!
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•Welcome to the pregnancy disability community! I just went through my first SDI payment experience too and this thread was a lifesaver. One thing I'd add is to screenshot your "auto payment" status when it appears - it gives you peace of mind and documentation that everything is processing correctly. Also, if you're with a smaller bank or credit union like I am, they sometimes process deposits faster than the big banks, so that might work in your favor. Best of luck with your leave and congratulations on your pregnancy!
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