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EDD reported wrong recovery date (2025?!) - Now facing potential overpayment. Help!
Hey everyone, I'm in a bit of a pickle with EDD. I got a message saying I reported recovering from my disability on a date that's way off in the future (like 2025). Now they're talking about a potential overpayment. I'm pretty sure I didn't put that date, but I can't remember what I actually put. Has anyone dealt with something like this before? I'm worried about losing my benefits or having to pay something back. Any advice on how to fix this?
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Do I qualify for SDI with only 1 month of employment? What's the base period?
Hey everyone, I'm trying to figure out if I qualify for SDI. I've only been employed for about a month and I'm not sure if that's enough time to be eligible. I can't work right now because of a non-work-related injury. Does anyone know what the base period is for SDI and if I have a chance at qualifying? Also, if I don't qualify, are there any other options I should look into?
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Quick question - what kind of injury do you have? Some specific injuries might qualify you for other types of assistance.
It's a back injury from moving furniture at home. Nothing work-related.
Oof, back injuries are the worst. Make sure you're seeing a good doctor and following their advice. Sometimes pushing too hard can make things worse in the long run.
I'm really sorry you're going through this! Being injured with such little work history is a tough spot. Since you likely won't qualify for SDI with only a month of employment, definitely look into those local assistance programs Lucas mentioned. Also, don't forget about food banks and utility assistance programs - they can help stretch whatever income you might have. Have you checked if your county has a 211 helpline? They usually have info on all the local resources available. Wishing you a speedy recovery! 🙏
PFL claim stuck pending for 1+ month with CA EDD - How to check status or speed up process?
I applied for Paid Family Leave over a month ago and still haven't received any payment. Has anyone else experienced this? I'm getting worried because bills are piling up and I don't know what to do. I've tried calling EDD but can never get through to a real person. Any advice on how to check the status of my claim or speed up the process?
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I found a way to actually get someone on the phone! I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ
I get it, but think about how much time and stress it saves. For me, it was worth it to finally get answers.
If it truly works, I'm in. My patience is wearing thin.
EDD SDI identity verification confusion - asked to verify again after submitting all documents
I applied for disability a few weeks ago and sent in all the required documents for identity verification. Now I got a letter asking me to verify my identity again. I'm confused because I already sent in my driver's license, phone bill, birth certificate, and social security card. Has anyone else dealt with this? What should I do when I call them about this?
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lol welcome to the wonderful world of government efficiency 🎉 where your documents disappear into the void and common sense goes to die
It feels like an alternate reality where logic doesn't apply. Hopefully, things improve soon.
Ugh, this is so relatable! The exact same thing happened to me last month. I sent everything in certified mail with tracking, and then got another verification letter like they never received anything. When I called, they said there was a "processing delay" and my documents were "still being reviewed" even though it had been weeks. It's like they have no communication between departments. Definitely call them and be persistent - sometimes you have to explain the same thing to 3 different people before someone actually looks at your file properly. So frustrating when you're already dealing with being unable to work! 😔
Filed for SDI weeks ago, no payment or approval info. What to do?
I filed for disability benefits a while ago and still haven't received any payment. I'm getting worried because I haven't heard anything about whether my claim was approved or when I might get paid. Has anyone else experienced this? What should I do? I'm running out of options and really need this money.
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I went through the exact same thing last year - filed and heard absolutely nothing for over a month. What finally worked for me was sending a certified letter to their main office with copies of all my documents and a timeline of when I filed. I also contacted my local assemblyperson's office (they have caseworkers who specifically help with EDD issues). The assemblyperson's office was able to get someone at EDD to actually look at my case within a week. Don't give up - you ARE entitled to these benefits and sometimes you just need to make enough noise to get their attention. Keep detailed records of every attempt you make to contact them too.
Zoe Papadopoulos
whatever u do, DON'T ignore this!! my friend did and ended up owing thousands 😱 deal with it now before it snowballs
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Natalie Khan
AuthorYikes, that's exactly what I'm afraid of. Definitely gonna tackle this head-on. Thanks for the warning!
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Javier Cruz
I went through something similar about 6 months ago! Turned out their system had a bug that was automatically adding years to recovery dates. The rep I spoke with said it was happening to a bunch of people. The good news is they were able to fix it retroactively once I explained the situation. Just make sure to ask them to put a note in your file about the system error so it doesn't happen again. Also, if you have any medical documentation showing your actual recovery timeline, have that ready when you call - it helped speed up my case resolution.
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