lol good luck. the system is a joke. i've been trying to sort out my claim for months now 🤡

I went through something similar last year and it was definitely confusing at first. One thing that really helped me was creating a simple spreadsheet to track both claims - I put down the dates, amounts, status updates, and any correspondence for each one separately. Also, when you file the new claim, be super clear in your application that you have an existing claim and explain why you need the second one. The EDD workers appreciate the transparency and it helps prevent delays or complications down the line. Don't stress too much - as long as you're honest about your situation and keep good records, you'll get through this!

Have you considered getting a lawyer? Some specialize in SDI appeals and might be able to help. Many offer free consultations.

I went through something similar last year! The key is to act fast - definitely file that appeal within 30 days like others mentioned. When I had my denial, I wrote a detailed timeline showing exactly when I received the denial vs. when the form was due, and that helped my case. Also, if you can get your doctor's office to write a letter explaining any delays on their end, that can be really helpful. The appeals process took about 6 weeks for me, but I did eventually get approved. Don't lose hope - the initial denial doesn't mean it's over!

I had a similar issue last year with my disability payments! In my case, it turned out the EDD had an address mismatch in their system that was causing deposits to get rejected by my bank, but neither side was communicating this properly. I had to call EDD directly and verify all my banking information was correct in their system. It took about a week to resolve, but once they updated everything, the missing deposit showed up along with the current one. Definitely check with EDD to make sure they have the right account details on file - sometimes the issue isn't with your bank at all!

This exact thing happened to me about 6 months ago! Turned out my bank had updated their ACH processing system and some deposits were getting stuck in a queue without any notification. The frustrating part was that the first customer service rep I talked to didn't know about the system issues, so they just told me there was no record. I had to call back three times before I got someone who actually looked deeper into it. My advice would be to call your bank again and specifically ask them to check for any ACH holds, pending transactions, or system delays - don't just accept "no record" as the final answer. Also, if it's an EDD payment, they sometimes batch process on different days than expected, especially around holidays. Hang in there, it'll likely show up in the next day or two! 🤞

Thank you, these are excellent suggestions. I'll email HR tomorrow to get written clarification of what my manager told me verbally. And I'll definitely ask my doctor to be very specific about my restrictions at my next appointment. The 19-day timeline is helpful to know - I'll make sure I have some emergency savings set aside to cover that gap.

This is such a tough situation, and I really feel for you! I went through something similar when my employer "restructured" while I was on medical leave for anxiety/depression. A few things that helped me navigate this: 1. Contact your union if you have one - they can often provide guidance on disability rights and job protection that HR won't tell you about. 2. Keep ALL medical documentation organized. When I transitioned from SDI to UI, they asked for proof that I was able to work but had no job to return to. 3. Start looking for new jobs NOW while you're still on disability. Even if your current employer has to take you back, having backup options reduces stress and gives you leverage. 4. Consider contacting a disability rights attorney for a free consultation. Many work on contingency, so you don't pay unless you win. Even if you don't sue, they can often write a letter to your employer that gets them to take your rights more seriously. The whole system is frustrating, but you have more options than you think. Don't let them push you around just because you've been on medical leave. You deserve to be treated fairly after everything you've been through with your back injury!

Have you tried reaching out to your local state representative? Sometimes they can help push things along with EDD. Worth a shot if you keep hitting dead ends.

Oh wow, this exact same thing happened to me last month! The certification period mix-up is more common than you'd think. When I called back, I made sure to reference the previous call and mentioned the rep's name (if you got it). Also, have your claim number ready and be specific about the dates you're missing payment for. It took two calls for me, but I did get the back pay. Don't give up if the first person says they can't help - sometimes different reps have different levels of access to fix these issues. Hope you get it sorted out quickly! 🤞