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Okay, here's my secret weapon. Call the employer line instead of the claimant line. They usually pick up faster and can still help you. Just be super nice and they might transfer you to the right person.
Isn't that kinda unethical tho? 🤔
desperate times call for desperate measures my friend 🤷♂️
I totally understand your frustration! I went through the exact same thing a few months ago and it felt hopeless. What finally worked for me was a combination of calling right at 8am sharp and using the "2-1-4" menu sequence to bypass some of the automated prompts. Also, I noticed that calling mid-week (Tuesday-Thursday) seemed to have better success rates than Mondays or Fridays. Don't give up - I know it's exhausting but you will eventually get through! In the meantime, make sure you're documenting all your call attempts with dates and times, as that info can be helpful when you do finally reach someone. Hang in there! 💪
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The EDD agents who said you qualify were correct! As others have explained, it's all about your base period. Since you were W2 during most of 2024, that will be your qualifying period for a May 2025 birth. One thing to note: make sure you have your doctor submit the medical certification form (DE 2501) promptly. Pregnancy disability can start up to 4 weeks before your due date, so you'll need that ready. Also, remember that SDI has a 7-day waiting period before benefits begin. After your SDI pregnancy benefits end (usually 6-8 weeks depending on delivery type), you can transition to Paid Family Leave (PFL) for bonding time with your baby. PFL has no waiting period.
Thank you! I'm going to talk to my doctor about the DE 2501 at my next appointment. Do you know if PFL eligibility works the same way? Will I qualify for that too based on my 2024 W2 income even though I'll be filing for it in summer 2025?
Yes! PFL uses the exact same eligibility criteria and base period as SDI. It's essentially an extension of the same system, just for a different purpose (bonding instead of disability). Since you qualify for SDI, you'll definitely qualify for PFL too!
I went through something similar! I was W2 from 2019-2023, then went freelance in early 2024. Had my baby in August 2024 and was so stressed about SDI eligibility. Turns out I qualified just fine based on my 2023 W2 earnings during the base period. Here's what I learned: Apply online as soon as you can (4 weeks before due date). Don't stress too much about the conflicting phone info - the online system will automatically calculate your eligibility based on your actual wage records. If there are any issues, they'll send you a notice explaining what's needed. Also, keep detailed records of all your 2024 W2 paystubs just in case there are any wage reporting discrepancies. Sometimes employers mess up their quarterly reporting to EDD, which can cause delays. Having your own documentation speeds things up if you need to provide proof. You've got this! The $2,100 you paid in definitely wasn't for nothing.
This is so reassuring to hear from someone who actually went through it! I'm definitely going to apply online rather than keep calling - sounds like the automated system is way more reliable than the phone agents. Good tip about keeping the paystubs too. Did you end up getting your full benefit amount, or were there any surprises with the calculation?
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Hey OP, what exactly happens when you try to certify? Are you getting an error message or is it just not letting you submit?
It keeps saying 'system unavailable' when I try to submit. Super annoying!
Ah, classic EDD. Try clearing your browser cache and cookies, then log in again. Sometimes that fixes weird glitches.
I've been dealing with similar certification issues for the past few weeks. One thing that helped me was using a different browser - I was having problems with Chrome but it worked fine in Firefox. Also, make sure you're not using any browser extensions or ad blockers that might interfere with the site. The EDD website is pretty finicky about that stuff. Good luck today!
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just a heads up, theres been a glitch in the system lately that's causing some certifications to get stuck in pending status. EDD knows about it and is supposedly working on fixing it. might be whats happening to you
Oh wow, I hadn't heard about this. Do you know how long it's been going on?
I think it started about 2 weeks ago? Not sure when it'll be fixed tho. EDD and their timelines, ya know? 🙄
Hey Alejandro! I'm going through the exact same thing right now - submitted my certification 5 days ago and it's still showing as pending. From what I've seen in this community, it seems like there are definitely some system issues happening lately. I'd suggest checking your UI Online account every morning (that's what I've been doing) and maybe try calling early in the morning like Jackie suggested. The waiting is super stressful when you're counting on that money, but hopefully it'll process soon. Keep us updated on how it goes!
Thanks Felix! It's honestly reassuring to know I'm not the only one dealing with this right now. 5 days is already feeling like forever, so I can't imagine how frustrated you must be feeling too. I'll definitely start checking my account first thing in the morning and might try calling early tomorrow. Really appreciate you sharing your experience - sometimes just knowing others are going through the same thing helps with the stress. I'll keep everyone posted if anything changes on my end. Hope yours gets processed soon too! 🤞
Mateo Gonzalez
Last year I had a similar situation with a different illness and I called my city's economic assistance office. Turns out they had emergency rental assistance fund I qualified for! Maybe check if your local government has something similar? Not directly EDD related but might help with your immediate concern about rent.
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AstroAlpha
•That's a great idea I hadn't considered! I'll definitely look into local assistance programs. Every bit helps right now.
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Diego Chavez
One more thing to consider - if your condition worsens and your doctor extends your disability period beyond the initial 7 days, you WOULD become eligible for benefits for the days beyond the waiting period. If that happens, make sure you get updated medical certification from your doctor and file your claim right away. There's a 49-day deadline from your disability start date to file for benefits.
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AstroAlpha
•Update: My doctor just extended my isolation to 14 days total due to lingering symptoms and a high fever that won't break. So it looks like I might qualify for SDI after all, just for the second week. Thanks for all the advice everyone! I'm going to file online today.
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