Just to provide additional clarity - according to EDD's SDI guidelines, you only report wages for work performed during your disability period. Your certification form will ask something like "Did you work during the past two weeks?" and "Did you receive any wages?" - both questions are referring to the certification period only. Past wages for work performed before your disability are completely irrelevant to your current claim and certification. Make sure to keep documentation of when this payment was actually earned (any letter from the payroll company) just in case questions ever come up, but you absolutely should not report this on your certification form.

this happend 2 me too but it was unemployment not disability. edd is confusing af!!! i think its different rules for each program

pregnant with my 3rd baby here! trust me file RIGHT AFTER your last day worked. dont wait. the system takes forever especially for pregnancy claims because there are so many. my last claim took 5 weeks to process even tho my dr submitted everything right away!!

One thing I learned from my own pregnancy SDI claim - make sure you keep working right up until your disability start date (2/20 in your case). I made the mistake of taking a few sick days before my official disability period started, and EDD questioned whether I was actually disabled or just using regular sick time. It delayed my claim by weeks while they investigated. Also, if you're planning to use any accrued vacation time after your baby is born, don't mention that in your initial application - it can complicate things. Focus solely on the medical disability period your doctor has certified. Good luck with everything!

anyone else feel like we need a complete overhaul of the unemployment system? this is getting ridiculous

I had this exact same issue a few months ago! What worked for me was logging out completely, clearing my browser cache, and then logging back in. If that doesn't work, try accessing your account from a different device or browser. Sometimes the form takes a while to populate in the system too - mine showed up about 3-4 days after I first needed it. Also make sure you're looking in the right section - it's usually under "Forms" but sometimes it appears under "Documents" instead. Hope this helps!

I went through the exact same nightmare with ID.me! Here's what finally worked for me after weeks of frustration: First, try the paper application route - you can download form DE 2501 from the EDD website and mail it in. It takes longer but bypasses ID.me completely. If you need to stick with online, I had success by: - Using incognito/private browsing mode - Trying different times of day (early morning worked best for me) - Having backup documents ready (utility bills, bank statements, etc.) Also, document EVERYTHING - screenshot error messages, save confirmation numbers from your support tickets. If you end up needing to escalate, having a paper trail helps. The assemblyperson route that @Malik mentioned is legit - mine got back to me within 48 hours and had my case moving again. Don't feel bad about reaching out to them, that's literally what they're there for. Hang in there, you WILL get through this! The system is broken but people like us have to stick together and share what works. 💪

I'm dealing with a similar ID.me mess right now too! One thing that helped me get some movement was filing a complaint with the California Department of Consumer Affairs. They have an online complaint form and they actually follow up on ID.me issues since it affects so many state services. Also, if you're really stuck, you might want to try contacting your county's disability services office directly - sometimes they can provide alternative verification methods or at least flag your case as urgent while you're dealing with the ID.me nightmare. The whole system is frustrating but don't give up! Keep documenting everything and try multiple approaches at once. Good luck! 🍀

As someone who just went through a similar situation last fall, I want to emphasize what others have said about Sacramento's local ordinances. The city actually has some of the better COVID sick leave protections in California that are still active in 2025. You should definitely check the Sacramento Department of Labor Standards website or call their hotline - they were really helpful when I had questions about my employer's obligations. Even if your employer claims they don't offer sick time, they might actually be required to under city law, especially for COVID cases. It's worth exploring before you resign yourself to losing that week's pay entirely. Good luck and hope you recover quickly!

As someone who's dealt with COVID-related work absences, I wanted to add that you should also check if your employer participates in any voluntary short-term disability programs beyond the state SDI. Some larger companies in California offer supplemental coverage that might have different waiting periods or cover gaps that SDI doesn't. It's worth asking HR directly - they're required to provide you with information about all available benefits. Also, if you're part of a union, check your collective bargaining agreement as there might be additional protections for illness-related absences. The combination of local ordinances, potential employer benefits, and SDI might give you more coverage than you initially thought possible!