lol good luck. EDD is a joke these days 🤡

I've been dealing with similar issues too! What I found helpful was clearing my browser cache and cookies before trying to update online - sometimes that fixes weird glitches. Also, if you're getting error messages, try screenshotting them. When I finally got through to a rep, having those screenshots helped them identify the specific issue faster. The whole system definitely needs an overhaul, but hang in there! 🤞

Okay, hear me out. What if you made a TikTok about your EDD struggles? I've seen people get traction and even responses from companies that way. Could be worth a shot! 🤷‍♂️

OP, I feel for you! EDD errors are so frustrating. One thing that helped me was calling their dedicated appeals line (1-800-300-5616) rather than the regular customer service number. They usually have shorter wait times and the staff is specifically trained on appeal issues. Also, make sure you keep copies of EVERYTHING - your original claim forms, the incorrect notice, your appeal, etc. If your partner's job loss is recent, definitely mention that in any follow-up communications as it strengthens your hardship case. The good news is that most appeals with documentation errors like yours do get resolved in your favor, it just takes patience. Hang in there! 💪

good luck!! i had 2 go through the whole appeal thing last year and finally got approved. just make sure u turn it in on time!!

Just wanted to add my experience - I successfully appealed my SDI denial last fall and the date issue definitely tripped me up at first too! Like everyone else confirmed, you absolutely need the "date mailed" from your determination notice. But here's something that might help: when you submit your appeal, consider sending it certified mail so you have proof of delivery. EDD has to receive it within 30 days of that mailed date, not just postmarked. I almost missed my deadline because I assumed regular mail would be fine. Also, if you're close to the deadline like you are, you can actually submit the appeal online through EDD's website which gives you immediate confirmation. Good luck with your appeal - the process is stressful but don't give up!

This thread is so helpful! I'm dealing with the exact same duplicate account nightmare right now - have an old UI account from 2018 and my new SDI claim is stuck because of it. I've been getting the runaround for 2 weeks with the same "we'll escalate it" promises. Reading through everyone's experiences, it sounds like I need to stop accepting vague responses and start demanding specifics. Going to call tomorrow and ask for: 1) Priority Processing Request due to financial hardship, 2) Identity Verification department specifically, 3) Escalation ticket number, and 4) Rep's name and ID number. Thank you all for sharing your strategies - finally feel like I have a real action plan instead of just hoping they'll eventually fix it!

I'm going through this exact same thing right now! Been stuck in the duplicate account loop for over 2 weeks. I have an old UI account from 2020 and my current SDI claim can't process because of the conflict. Every time I call, they give me the same "we'll escalate it and merge the accounts within 24 hours" line, but nothing ever happens. Reading through all these responses has been incredibly helpful - I had no idea about requesting Priority Processing or specifically asking for the Identity Verification department. I'm definitely going to try the approach that worked for Lucy and demand specifics instead of accepting vague promises. It's so frustrating that we have to become experts on their internal processes just to get our legitimate claims processed! Thank you everyone for sharing what actually worked.

A quick follow-up on the "insufficient recovery period" issue. The EDD typically requires one of two things when you have multiple disability claims: 1. At least 60 days of regular work between disabilities, OR 2. Medical certification that clearly establishes the new disability is unrelated to the previous one Since you mentioned working continuously for 19 months between claims, you clearly meet the first requirement. The issue may be that this information isn't clearly documented in their system. Sometimes the claims examiners don't have complete wage data in front of them during initial review. I'd recommend gathering documents that prove your continuous employment during that 19-month period (pay stubs, employment verification letter, etc.) and having those ready if they request them. Also, try to get the exact start and end dates of your previous claim so you can specifically reference those dates in any communications with EDD.

I'm going through something very similar right now! Filed my SDI claim 3 weeks ago for anxiety/depression and they keep asking about a workers comp claim I had in 2022 for a back injury. Completely different issues, different doctors, different everything! The frustrating part is they scheduled my phone interview but spent 80% of the time on the old claim instead of my current mental health situation. My psychiatrist submitted all the forms correctly and on time, but they're still "investigating" something from 2+ years ago. What's really stressing me out is that I can see in my SDI Online account that they've requested additional medical records from my old orthopedic doctor (who I haven't seen since 2022!) instead of focusing on my current treatment. Meanwhile my rent is due next week and I'm running out of savings. Has anyone had success explaining to them over the phone that these are completely separate medical issues? I've tried calling but can never get through. This whole process is making my anxiety so much worse!