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No approval notification for EDD pregnancy disability claim? Still pending after 2 weeks
I submitted my pregnancy disability claim about 2 weeks ago and my status just shows 'pending processing' on the EDD website. Do they actually send notifications when your claim is approved or denied? This is my first time applying and I'm 36 weeks pregnant so I'm getting worried about timing. My doctor already submitted all the medical certification forms. I check the EDD SDI portal like 5 times a day but nothing changes!! How long does processing typically take for pregnancy claims? And will they notify me by mail or just in the portal when there's a decision?
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EDD SDI payment delayed over a month - can't figure out claim status
I've been on disability since February 10th and I'm getting super anxious because I haven't received ANY payments yet! It's been over a month and I'm falling behind on bills. When I log into my SDI Online account, all I can see is my weekly benefit amount ($825), the maximum benefit amount, and claim start/end dates. But there's absolutely nothing showing payment status or why it's delayed. I completed my first certification on 2/24 after the waiting period, but no money. The status just says "claim established" which tells me nothing! I've called EDD at least 20 times but can't get through to a human - just the automated system that repeats what I already see online. My doctor confirmed they submitted all the medical forms electronically. How do I find out what's actually happening with my payments? Is there a different status page I'm missing? Anyone know how to check if there's an issue with my claim that's not showing up in my account?
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i had disability last year and my first payment took like 6 weeks! but then after that they came regularly. sometimes the first one just takes forever for some reason. hang in there!
I'm going through something similar right now! Been waiting 3 weeks for my first SDI payment and it's so stressful not knowing what's going on. Based on what everyone's saying here, it sounds like there's definitely something holding up your claim that's not showing in your online account. One thing that helped me was checking if I had any old mail from EDD that I might have missed - sometimes they send notices to your mailing address instead of the address on file with your employer. Also, when you do get through to someone, ask them to check if your Social Security number matches exactly what's on file with your employer's payroll system. A friend of mine had a delay because her employer had her SSN with dashes and EDD had it without dashes. Keep trying to call right at 8 AM - I've heard that's really the best time. Don't give up! A month without pay is ridiculous and they need to fix this ASAP.
Direct deposit issue with EDD - payment missing or wrong account?
Hey everyone, I'm having some issues with my direct deposit. Has anyone else experienced problems with their payments not showing up or going to the wrong account? It's really stressing me out and I could use some advice on how to fix this.
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I went through this exact same nightmare a few months ago! Turns out my bank had changed their routing number and I never got notified. Even though my account number was correct, the old routing number caused my payments to bounce back to EDD. Check with your bank to make sure both your account AND routing numbers are still current - banks sometimes update their routing numbers without telling customers. Also, if you have a newer account or recently switched banks, some financial institutions have waiting periods before they accept government direct deposits. Might be worth asking your bank about that too!
No EDD payments since December, can't get through on phone. Help!
I haven't gotten paid since December and I've been trying to call for a full week but can't get through. Has anyone else experienced this? What should I do?
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This is ridiculous. We need to organize and demand better service. Who's with me? 💪
Lol good luck with that. The government doesn't care about us 🤡
We could start a petition, maybe even plan a protest outside their offices. Strength in numbers!
Pro tip: document EVERYTHING. Keep a log of all your call attempts, emails, and any communication. It might come in handy if you need to escalate your case.
This is solid advice! I've been keeping screenshots of every error message and call log. Also heard it helps to mention specific dates and times when filing complaints with higher-ups.
EDD DE2500E letter shows only $184 for disability claim - how to get full benefits?
I just got a letter from EDD about my disability insurance and I'm super confused. The DE2500E letter says I'm only getting $184, but I thought I was supposed to get full benefits from 11/28 to 1/29. I filed late because I didn't know the requirements, but they accepted it. I also messed up and filed for paid family leave instead of disability at first because my old job gave me bad instructions. Anyone know what I should do to get my full benefits? I'm worried I messed everything up.
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pro tip: if u cant get thru on the main line, try calling one of the foreign language lines and then ask to be transfered to an english speaker. sometimes works!
Ooh, sneaky. I like it 😈
Hey Sophia, I went through something similar last year! The $184 amount sounds like it might be the minimum weekly benefit or they're calculating based on incomplete wage info. A few things to check: 1) Make sure they have all your W-2s from the base period (usually 12-15 months before you filed), 2) Double-check that they switched your claim from PFL to SDI properly - sometimes the systems don't talk to each other well, and 3) Ask specifically about the "benefit year" dates on your claim. When you call, have your social security number and the claim number from the DE2500E letter ready. The wait times are brutal but don't give up - you deserve your full benefits!
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Update: My claim was just approved this morning! The status in the portal changed to "Claim Established" and shows my weekly benefit amount. No email notification, but I did get a text message. Thanks everyone for your help and reassurance during the wait!
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Isabella Ferreira
That's great news! Glad it worked out without having to call. Wishing you all the best with your delivery and recovery!
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CosmicVoyager
Perfect timing! Now you can focus on getting ready for baby instead of stressing about EDD. Congrats!!
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Mei Lin
Congratulations on getting your claim approved! This is such a helpful thread for others going through the same process. It's reassuring to see that even though the waiting period can be stressful, EDD does come through. Your experience really shows how important it is to keep checking that portal regularly since the notification methods can be inconsistent. Best wishes for a smooth delivery and recovery period!
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