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I'm going through the exact same situation right now! My SDI claim was approved on 10/17 and I'm also still waiting for my card to arrive. This whole thread has been incredibly eye-opening - I had no idea about the old card reuse policy until reading everyone's experiences here. I'm pretty sure I had a UI card from 2023 that I definitely don't have anymore, so based on what everyone's sharing, my disability payment probably got loaded onto that old expired card. It's so frustrating that EDD doesn't communicate this clearly anywhere - like why isn't there a simple notification saying "your benefits have been loaded onto your existing card from [date]" or something? I've been checking my SDI Online account obsessively thinking something was wrong when the money might already be sitting on a card I threw away! Definitely calling Bank of America EDD at 1-866-692-9374 first thing tomorrow morning based on everyone's advice here. This community has provided way better guidance than EDD's official website or their impossible phone system. The direct deposit tip for future payments is also something I'm definitely going to set up once I get this card mess sorted out. Thank you to everyone who shared their timelines and solutions - it's such a relief to know I'm not the only one dealing with this stressful waiting game!
You're definitely dealing with the same frustrating situation as so many of us! Since you had a UI card in 2023, that's almost certainly where your disability payment went - EDD's 3-year card reuse policy strikes again without any clear communication. When you call Bank of America EDD tomorrow, they should be able to confirm this right away and tell you exactly when your replacement card was mailed. Based on all the experiences shared here, most people get their replacement cards within 7-10 business days once they figure out what's happening. It's crazy how this thread has basically become the unofficial EDD help center because their actual communication is so terrible! The direct deposit setup is definitely smart for avoiding this whole card nightmare in the future. You're not alone in this stressful waiting game - hang in there and definitely update us on what you find out when you call!
I'm also dealing with this exact same situation! My claim was approved on 10/16 and I'm still waiting for my card too. Reading through everyone's experiences here has been both incredibly helpful and frustrating - it's clear that EDD has a major communication problem when it comes to explaining their card reuse policy. I'm pretty sure I had a PFL card back in 2022 that I definitely don't have anymore, so based on what everyone's sharing here, my disability payment probably got loaded onto that old expired card. It's honestly mind-blowing that they don't send any kind of notification about this - something simple like "Your payment has been loaded onto your existing card ending in XXXX" would save so much stress and confusion! I'm calling Bank of America EDD at 1-866-692-9374 tomorrow morning like everyone recommended. This thread has been way more helpful than anything I could find on EDD's website or through their phone system. The tip about setting up direct deposit for future payments is also something I'm definitely going to do once I get this card mess sorted out. Thank you to everyone who shared their timelines and advice - it's reassuring to know I'm not alone in dealing with this stressful waiting game while bills are piling up!
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Hey Samuel, I'm new to this community but wanted to reach out because your situation hits really close to home. I'm currently on SDI for a neck injury from a car accident, and while I haven't been terminated yet, my employer has been making comments about how long I've been out that are making me nervous about my job security. Reading through all these responses has been incredibly educational for me too! I had absolutely no idea that SDI benefits continue regardless of employment status - I was living under the same fear that losing my job would automatically end my disability payments. The way everyone explained it as insurance YOU paid into rather than something employer-controlled really makes it click. I'm definitely going to start implementing some of the organizational strategies people mentioned here, especially those calendar reminders and creating dedicated folders for all my medical paperwork. The tip about asking your doctor's office to handle EDD forms on a regular schedule is brilliant - I'm calling them Monday to set that up. Thank you for having the courage to ask this question publicly. Even though it came from a place of stress and uncertainty, you've created such a valuable resource for others facing similar situations. The community response has been amazing, and it's clear you're going to navigate this successfully with all the great advice you've received. Wishing you a smooth recovery and hoping your legal consultation provides even more clarity!
Hi Carmen, welcome to the community! I'm sorry to hear you're dealing with a neck injury and those concerning comments from your employer - that kind of job insecurity on top of recovery stress is so difficult to handle. I'm really glad this thread has been educational for you too! It's been such a relief to learn that so many of us had the same misconception about SDI being tied to employment status. The insurance analogy really does make it so much clearer. Definitely get ahead of the organizational piece - I've already started setting up those reminders and folders based on everyone's advice, and it's helping me feel much more in control. The doctor's office scheduling tip for EDD forms is one I'm implementing too. I hope your employer situation improves and you don't have to deal with termination, but at least now you know your benefits would be protected if it comes to that. Thank you for the kind words about creating this discussion - honestly, I was just panicking and needed answers, but I'm so grateful it's helped others too. This community has been absolutely incredible with their support and practical advice. Wishing you a smooth recovery with your neck injury!
Hey Samuel, I'm new to this community but wanted to reach out as someone who's been through a very similar situation. I was on SDI for chronic fatigue syndrome last year and got terminated after 4 months when my employer said they couldn't accommodate my extended leave anymore. I was absolutely panicking about my benefits just like you are now! But everyone here is giving you completely accurate information - your SDI benefits will 100% continue as long as your doctor keeps certifying your disability. The termination has zero impact on your claim. I actually stayed on SDI for another 3 months after being fired, and there were no issues whatsoever. The key things that helped me were: 1) reporting the employment change through SDI Online immediately (super straightforward), 2) staying organized with all medical appointments and paperwork, and 3) not letting the job loss stress interfere with my recovery process. One thing I wish I'd done sooner was getting that COBRA vs. Covered California comparison sorted out - the health insurance piece ended up being way more complicated than the actual SDI continuation. Definitely prioritize that! You're being incredibly smart by getting legal consultation. Looking back, I think my employer violated some protections too, but I was too overwhelmed at the time to pursue it. Don't make my mistake! This community has given you such solid advice. Focus on healing that back - the financial safety net you paid into is working exactly as it should. You've got this!
Thank you so much for sharing your experience, Lucas! It's incredibly reassuring to hear from someone who dealt with chronic fatigue syndrome and went through termination while on SDI - hearing that your benefits continued for another 3 months after being fired really drives home how separate these systems are. Your point about not letting job loss stress interfere with recovery is so important and something I'm really trying to focus on. I'm definitely prioritizing the health insurance comparison between COBRA and Covered California - it sounds like that's going to require more active management than I initially realized. I really appreciate you sharing that you wish you'd pursued the legal angle when it happened to you. That's exactly the kind of insight that's helping me feel confident about moving forward with the employment attorney consultation. It's amazing how many people in this community have navigated similar situations successfully. Thank you for the encouragement about focusing on healing - you're absolutely right that the safety net I paid into is working as it should!
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This thread has been such a lifesaver! I'm actually going through the exact same thing right now - got my notice showing $0 wages even though I definitely worked during my base period. Reading through everyone's detailed advice has me feeling so much more prepared and confident about tackling this. I've already started organizing all my pay stubs chronologically and writing down every possible name variation like you all suggested. The specific phrases everyone mentioned - "comprehensive wage audit," "wage verification review," "unprocessed wage reports" - are gold! I had no idea there were so many technical terms that could get you to the right person faster. Planning to call first thing Monday morning with all this prep work done. It's amazing how this community comes together to help each other navigate these EDD nightmares. Thank you everyone for sharing your experiences and success stories - it really gives hope that this will get resolved! 💪
You're so smart to get all organized before calling! Having everything laid out chronologically and all those key phrases ready is going to make such a difference. Monday morning calls sometimes have shorter wait times too, so good timing! It's really encouraging to see how many people in this thread got their situations resolved - you're definitely not alone in this. Make sure to ask for that reference number when you call, and don't hesitate to come back here and update us on how it goes. We're all rooting for you! 🤞
This thread is absolutely incredible - I've been lurking here for a while but had to jump in to say how helpful this has been! I'm not currently dealing with wage issues myself, but I'm definitely bookmarking this for future reference. The level of detail and specific advice everyone has shared is just phenomenal - from the exact phrases to use like "comprehensive wage audit" to checking for employer name variations and system sync issues. It's honestly better than any official EDD guide I've ever seen! What really stands out to me is how many people got full resolution with backdated benefits once they knew what to ask for. That gives me so much confidence that these issues, while super stressful, are actually very fixable when you have the right approach. Malik, you're going to absolutely crush that phone call with all this preparation! And to everyone else dealing with similar issues - you've got an amazing playbook here. This is exactly why I love this community - people really look out for each other when navigating these bureaucratic mazes. 🙌
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btw dont forget you need to certify for unemployment every 2 weeks!!! sdI is different its like once a month i think? i missed my first ui certification deadline cuz i didnt know lol
Great question! I went through this exact transition about 8 months ago. Yes, you can definitely switch from SDI to UI once your doctor releases you - they're completely separate programs with different funding sources, so using SDI doesn't affect your UI eligibility. A few key things I learned the hard way: 1. Get your doctor's release in writing stating you're cleared for work WITHOUT restrictions - this is crucial 2. Apply for UI the same day your SDI ends, but expect a 2-3 week processing delay for first payment 3. Be prepared for a significant income drop - UI pays much less than SDI (I went from $1,100/week to $520/week) 4. Start your job search immediately since UI requires active work search documentation The good news is the wage base periods are calculated differently, so your SDI usage won't impact your UI qualification. Just make sure you have some savings to cover that gap period between benefits. The transition is doable, just requires some planning!
This is such helpful advice, thank you! The income drop is definitely concerning - going from $1,200/week on SDI to potentially half that on UI is going to be tough. Did you find any strategies for managing that financial transition? Also, when you say "active work search documentation" - what exactly does EDD require for that? I want to make sure I'm prepared with everything before I make the switch.
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I'm new to this community but facing almost the exact same situation! I'm a CA resident who's been working remotely for a company in North Carolina for about 10 months now. They also refuse to withhold CA SDI, claiming they only handle NC state requirements since that's where their corporate office is located, even though I'm physically working from my home office in Oakland every single day. I've been really worried about this because I'm actually pregnant and will need both disability benefits for recovery and paid family leave for bonding time. Reading through this entire thread has been such a relief - I had no idea about Form DE 2588 or that previous California employment could still help with eligibility! I worked in California for about 5 years before taking this remote position, so based on everyone's experiences here, it sounds like I might be in a decent position. Luca's success story and Tony's point about both SDI and PFL eligibility really give me hope that this can work out with proper documentation. I'm starting my documentation collection immediately - emails mentioning my home office to HR, utility bills, lease agreement, prenatal appointment receipts showing my CA address, home office setup expenses, and those workspace photos that were suggested. The advice about being proactive rather than scrambling when you actually need the benefits is so important, especially with a baby coming! This community has been such an incredible resource - the real-world experiences and practical guidance here are exactly what you can't find anywhere in official EDD materials. Thank you all for sharing your stories and creating such a supportive space for those of us trying to navigate this confusing remote work SDI maze!
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Keisha Brown
•Welcome Ruby! Your pregnancy situation makes this even more critical to get sorted out ahead of time, and with 5 years of previous CA work history, you're actually in a really strong position! Tony was absolutely right about both SDI and PFL - if you can establish eligibility for one, you'll likely qualify for both programs. I love that you're including prenatal appointment receipts showing your CA address - that's brilliant additional documentation that clearly establishes where you're physically located while working. Since you have several months before you'll need these benefits, you might want to consider calling EDD proactively (maybe through that Claimyr service everyone's mentioned) to discuss your specific timeline and pregnancy-related benefits. One thing to add to your documentation - if you've been claiming any home office expenses on your CA taxes while working remotely, those could be really valuable too. Also, any baby-related purchases or appointments scheduled in CA will further establish your physical presence here. Congratulations on your pregnancy, and don't stress too much - with your solid work history and this head start on documentation, you should be in great shape! Keep us posted on how everything goes - your experience will definitely help other expectant parents in similar remote work situations.
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Liam McConnell
I'm new to this community but dealing with a nearly identical situation! I'm a CA resident who's been working remotely for a company based in Utah for about 14 months now. They also refuse to withhold CA SDI, saying they only handle Utah state taxes since that's where I'm "performing work" according to their payroll department, even though I'm sitting at my home office in Fresno every single day. I've been really stressed about this because I have a chronic autoimmune condition that could flare up and require disability leave at any time. Reading through this entire thread has been incredibly reassuring - I had absolutely no clue about Form DE 2588 or that my previous California work history might still help with eligibility! I worked in California for about 4.5 years before taking this remote job, so based on all the experiences shared here, it sounds like I might still have some viable options. Luca's success story is especially encouraging - knowing someone actually navigated this process and got partial benefits approved makes it feel much more achievable. I'm going to start collecting all my documentation right away - emails where I've mentioned working from my CA home office, utility bills, lease agreement, medical appointments showing my CA address, home office equipment receipts, and maybe even those workspace photos that were suggested. The advice about being proactive instead of waiting until you're in crisis mode really resonates with me given my health situation. This community has been such a valuable find - the real-world experiences and practical tips here are exactly what you can't locate anywhere in the official EDD resources. Thank you everyone for sharing your stories and building such a helpful resource for those of us trying to figure out this complex remote work SDI puzzle!
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Miguel Alvarez
•Welcome Liam! Your situation with the autoimmune condition makes getting this figured out ahead of time so important - you're smart to be proactive about it. With 4.5 years of previous CA work history, you should be in a really solid position based on what everyone's shared here. Since you mentioned your condition could flare up at any time, I'd definitely recommend calling EDD sooner rather than later (that Claimyr service people have mentioned seems to be a game-changer for actually getting through) to understand your specific situation before you need benefits. Having everything sorted while you're feeling well will save you so much stress if you do have a flare-up. Your documentation plan sounds comprehensive - I'd add that any medical records showing ongoing treatment in CA could be additional proof of your physical presence here while working. Also, if you've been claiming home office deductions on your CA tax returns, those records could strengthen your case too. This thread really has become an amazing resource for all of us dealing with this confusing remote work SDI situation. Keep us posted on how your documentation process goes - your experience could definitely help other folks with chronic conditions who are in similar situations!
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