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Has anyone tried faxing their documents? I know it sounds old school, but I've heard it can sometimes get faster results than online submissions.
omg what year is it? 1995? 📠💀
Laugh all you want, but sometimes old school methods work! 🤷♀️ Worth a shot if nothing else is working.
I'm dealing with the exact same situation right now - filed my SDI claim 5 weeks ago and still nothing but "processing" status. It's incredibly stressful when you're already dealing with a disability and then have to worry about finances on top of it. I've been following some of the advice here, especially the early morning calling strategy. One thing that helped me was creating a simple spreadsheet to track all my attempts to contact them - date, time, method, outcome. It's helping me stay organized and I think it'll be useful if I need to escalate this further. Sending good vibes your way, we'll get through this! 💪
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Update: I certified for UI this Sunday and reported that I was unable to work Wednesday through Saturday due to my injury. The system prompted me with some additional questions about my medical situation. I've also started my SDI application online and my doctor has the medical certification form. Thanks everyone for the advice! I'll post again if I run into any issues with the transition.
Sounds like you're on the right track! The system is working as intended. Your UI benefits should stop as of the day you became disabled, and once your SDI claim is processed (after the waiting period), you should start receiving those benefits. Good luck with your recovery!
Great to hear you got everything sorted out! That's exactly how the process is supposed to work. One thing to keep in mind - make sure your doctor submits that medical certification form as quickly as possible since the 49-day deadline starts from when your disability began (Wednesday in your case). The sooner EDD gets the medical docs, the faster your SDI claim will be processed. Wishing you a speedy recovery!
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Have you checked your spam folder? Sometimes their emails end up there. Just a thought!
Good idea! Just checked and nothing there, but I'll keep an eye on it.
I'm going through the exact same thing right now! Submitted my extension paperwork 5 weeks ago and radio silence. The anxiety is killing me because I really need those payments to cover my medical bills. I've tried the online portal but it just shows "pending" with no other details. Has anyone had luck with faxing a follow-up letter directly to their office? I'm wondering if that might get someone's attention faster than waiting on hold for hours.
I'm in a similar situation - submitted my extension 6 weeks ago and still waiting! The "pending" status is so frustrating because it tells you absolutely nothing. I haven't tried faxing yet, but that's actually a really good idea. Maybe having something in writing creates a paper trail they can't ignore? Let me know if you end up trying it and how it goes!
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idk if this helps, but have you tried faxing them? sounds old school but sometimes it gets faster responses than online stuff
lmao what year is it? 1995? 📠😂
laugh all you want, but it worked for me 🤷♀️
Hey Paolo, I went through something similar last year! The form 4365DI you're looking for might be called something slightly different now - try searching for "disability overpayment appeal form" or "work and wage statement" on the EDD site. Also, since you mentioned cashing out sick leave during the waiting period, make sure you have documentation of that - pay stubs, HR records, anything that shows those weren't wages from returning to work. The EDD sometimes confuses different types of payments. One thing that helped me was writing a detailed timeline of everything that happened during your disability period, including dates you were off work, when you cashed out sick leave, and when (if ever) you actually returned. Having it all laid out clearly made it easier to explain to them. Don't give up! Their system is definitely broken but you can get through this 💪
This is super helpful advice! I'm dealing with something similar right now and the timeline idea is genius. Did you end up having to provide specific documentation about the sick leave payout, or was just explaining it enough? I'm worried they're gonna want like official HR letters or something I might not be able to get easily.
Nathaniel Stewart
Quick question - how much was the overpayment? If it's a small amount, they might just let it slide. I had a friend who was overpaid by like $50 and they never came after him for it.
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Christopher Morgan
•It's about $300. Not sure if that's considered small or not in their eyes.
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Nathaniel Stewart
•Oof, yeah that's probably enough for them to care. Def follow the advice others have given and contact them ASAP.
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Juan Moreno
I went through something similar a few months ago with a different amount. The key thing is to act fast - EDD has a way of making these situations way more complicated if you wait. When I called, I had to explain that I noticed the overpayment myself and wanted to resolve it immediately. They actually seemed appreciative that I was being proactive about it. Just make sure you have your case number and all your payment details ready when you call. Also, if you do end up owing money back, ask about payment plan options - they're usually pretty reasonable about setting something up that works with your budget.
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