idk if this helps, but have you tried faxing them? sounds old school but sometimes it gets faster responses than online stuff

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 💪

guys i've been waiting 6 months for my claim to be processed. SIX. MONTHS. This system is beyond broken.

This is such a common problem with EDD unfortunately! I went through something similar last month. What worked for me was asking my doctor's office to resend the forms via certified mail AND fax at the same time, then calling EDD with both tracking numbers. Sometimes their different departments don't communicate well internally. Also, try calling EDD first thing in the morning around 8 AM - I've had better luck getting through then. Hope this helps and you get it sorted out soon! 🤞

I'm going through the exact same thing right now! Been trying to get through for days and it's incredibly frustrating. Thanks to everyone sharing their tips here - I'm definitely going to try calling right at 8 AM tomorrow and use that 1-2-1 menu shortcut. It's crazy that we have to jump through so many hoops just to check on our own claims. Hopefully the persistence pays off! 🤞

Just wanted to jump in as someone who's been lurking here for a while - the persistence really does pay off! I finally got through last month after weeks of trying. The 8 AM strategy that @Javier Garcia mentioned is solid gold. Also, if you're getting the runaround from one rep, don't be afraid to politely end the call and try again with someone else. Sometimes you just get a better agent who actually knows what they're doing. Hang in there @Diego Mendoza - I know it's beyond frustrating but you'll get through eventually! 💪

Something else I just thought of - make SURE you certify for your UI correctly for the last period. If your SDI starts mid-week, you need to report that you were unable to work for those days on your UI certification. Don't claim availability for work on days your doctor has certified you as disabled. That's considered misrepresentation and can cause big problems.

Just wanted to add one more thing that might help - when you file your SDI claim online, there's a section where you can indicate that you were previously receiving other state benefits. Make sure to check that box and specify UI benefits. This creates a paper trail that shows you were transparent about the transition, which can help protect you if there are any questions later. Also, if you're planning to return to work after your pregnancy disability period ends, your UI claim should still be there waiting for you (assuming you still have benefit weeks remaining and meet eligibility requirements). You don't lose your UI claim by switching to SDI temporarily. Good luck with everything, and take care of yourself during this bedrest period! 💜

I'm so glad to hear you got this resolved! Your experience really shows how important it is to be proactive and honest with EDD when these situations come up. The fact that they worked with you on a payment plan and processed your SDI quickly is encouraging for others who might face similar circumstances. For anyone else reading this thread - Sofia's outcome demonstrates that while the UI/SDI overlap can seem scary, EDD representatives are generally reasonable when you explain an honest mistake and take steps to fix it immediately. The key takeaways seem to be: 1) Call EDD as soon as you realize the issue, 2) Be completely transparent about what happened, and 3) Have all your medical documentation ready to support your SDI claim. Thanks for following up with the resolution - it's really helpful for the community to know how these situations actually play out!

As someone who's been navigating the CA benefits system for a while, I wanted to add that it's also worth checking if your employer offers any short-term disability coverage that might bridge the gap while you're waiting for SDI to kick in. Some employers have policies that can provide additional support during medical leaves. Also, if you're still struggling financially while waiting for everything to process, don't forget about other potential resources - many counties have emergency rental assistance programs, and 211 (dial 2-1-1) can connect you with local resources for food, utilities, and housing assistance. The stress of navigating benefits is hard enough without worrying about basic needs! Really glad to see from the follow-up comments that Sofia was able to get this sorted out. It gives me hope for others in similar situations that honesty and being proactive really does make a difference with EDD.