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Hey everyone, I'm in a bit of a pickle with my SDI claim. They denied it saying I withdrew from the job market early, but that's not true. I got a letter dated 5/16 saying my claim was disallowed from 4/21 through the end of the year. They're saying I was self-employed for profit and not suffering wage loss due to disability. Has anyone dealt with this before? I'm planning to appeal but could use some advice on how to approach this. What should I include in my appeal letter?
Hi everyone, I'm super stressed about my disability claim situation. I started my pregnancy disability leave on May 9th, 2025 (severe back pain and complications), and my OB mailed the physical EDD SDI claim form (DE 2501) on May 4th. It's been over 3 weeks now, and I've heard absolutely nothing from EDD! I can't see any claim in my SDI Online account, and when I checked with HR yesterday, they said they haven't received any employer notice that my claim was even filed. This is making me really nervous because my last paycheck just hit my account and bills are due next week. I know my doctor's office only does paper submissions (they refuse to use SDI Online for some reason), but is it normal for mailed claims to take this long just to be acknowledged in the system? I even called the post office to make sure it wasn't lost in the mail, but they couldn't tell me anything helpful. Has anyone else gone through this with a mailed pregnancy disability claim? How long did it take before you saw it in the system or your employer got notification?
random question but are u planning to transition to paid family leave after ur pregnancy disability ends? if so start that application early!! i messed up and waited til the last minute and had a gap in my payments
Yes, I'm definitely planning to use PFL after my disability ends! Thanks for the tip - I'll make sure to start that process early. Do you know exactly how many weeks before I should begin the PFL application?
I'm so glad you were able to get this resolved! Your situation sounds almost identical to what I went through a few months ago with my pregnancy disability claim. The stress of waiting with no updates while bills are piling up is absolutely awful, especially when you're already dealing with pregnancy complications. For anyone else reading this thread who might be in a similar situation - I also recommend keeping detailed records of all your communications with both your doctor's office and EDD. I made a simple spreadsheet with dates, who I spoke with, and what was discussed. It really helped when I finally got through to an EDD rep because I could give them exact dates and reference numbers. Also, don't be afraid to ask your doctor's office about their typical processing times for EDD paperwork. Some offices are much faster than others, and knowing their usual timeline can help set realistic expectations. My OB's office told me they typically mail forms within 2-3 business days of completion, which helped me calculate when to start following up. Hope your claim processes smoothly from here and you can focus on taking care of yourself and preparing for your little one!
I've been dealing with some pretty serious health issues lately (won't go into details but it's affecting my ability to work regularly). My doctor gave me specific work restrictions but my employer is being SUPER difficult about accommodating them. Right now I'm on an unpaid Leave of Absence while we're going back and forth about what accommodations they're willing to make. It's getting ugly and I'm not sure they're going to budge. Two questions: 1. Can I qualify for any kind of EDD disability while on this LOA? I'm technically still employed but not getting paid. 2. If things don't improve and I end up having to resign because they won't accommodate me, would I qualify for unemployment benefits? Or disability? My savings are draining fast and I'm getting desperate. Any advice from someone who's navigated this nightmare before would be really appreciated!
btw make sure u fax the disability forms dont mail them they get lost i learned that the hard way lol
I'm so sorry you're going through this - it's incredibly stressful dealing with health issues AND an uncooperative employer at the same time. I went through something similar about 6 months ago with a chronic condition that required specific workplace modifications. A few things that helped me: - Applied for SDI immediately while still technically employed but on unpaid leave. My doctor certified that I couldn't perform my "regular work duties" without accommodations, which was key - Kept detailed records of EVERY interaction with my employer about accommodations (emails, meeting notes, their responses) - Used my company's formal ADA accommodation process even though they were being difficult - this created an official paper trail The SDI approval took about 3 weeks but was retroactive to when I first applied. It definitely helped with the financial stress while everything got sorted out. One tip: when you talk to your doctor about the certification, be very clear about what your job actually requires versus what you could do with proper accommodations. That distinction is important for the SDI application. Hang in there - this process is exhausting but there are protections in place for situations like yours.
Hey everyone, I'm trying to get my short-term disability extended and I'm wondering if anyone else has gone through this process. I've submitted all the paperwork but I'm not sure if it's been received or if I'll get my continued benefit payments. Has anyone dealt with this before? Any tips on how to check the status or make sure everything is in order?
oof, extending STD is such a headache. sending good vibes your way, OP! ๐ hope it all works out for you
One thing that really helped me was checking my status online through the EDD portal. If you haven't already, try logging into your account and looking for any updates or messages about your extension request. Sometimes they'll post updates there before they call or send mail. Also, make sure you have your confirmation number from when you submitted the paperwork - that can help when you do get through to someone on the phone. The waiting game is awful but hang in there!
Hey everyone, I'm having some issues with my continuing SDI claim. My doctor submitted the DE2525 form on 11/7, and I submitted the DE2593 form on 11/10. The problem is, I haven't received any payments since 10/20. It's been over a month now, and I'm starting to get really worried. Has anyone else experienced such a long delay? Any advice on what I should do next?
This might sound weird, but have you tried faxing your forms? Sometimes the old school methods work better with these outdated systems lol
Hey Landon! I went through something similar earlier this year - had a 5-week gap in payments while they processed my continuing claim. The frustrating part is they don't tell you what's happening behind the scenes. A few things that helped me: - Called first thing in the morning (8 AM sharp) - seemed to have shorter wait times - Asked specifically about the status of both forms (DE2525 and DE2593) when I finally got through - Requested they put notes in my file about the call The good news is that when it finally got resolved, I received all the back payments in one lump sum. It's stressful waiting, but don't lose hope! The system is slow but it usually works out in the end. Keep us posted on how it goes! ๐ค
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edd be wildin fr fr ๐คก stay strong op
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Anna Xian
fr they always try to deny first smh
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Jibriel Kohn
I went through something similar and what really helped was getting a letter from my employer confirming my employment status and that I wasn't self-employed. Also, if you have any documentation from your doctor about when your disability started, include that too. The key is showing a clear timeline that proves you were employed when you became disabled. Don't let them intimidate you - if you know you're right, fight it! The appeal process is frustrating but worth it if you have a legitimate claim.
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