guys i think i figured it out. we need to perform a ritual sacrifice to the EDD gods. whos got a goat we can use? 🐐😈

I'm dealing with the exact same issue! The call drops literally the second someone picks up - it's so frustrating. I've been trying for weeks now and I'm starting to panic about my claim status. Has anyone found a pattern to when this happens? Like is it specific times of day or certain phone numbers? I'm wondering if it's a technical glitch on their end or if there's something we can do differently. Really hoping someone has a solution because I'm running out of options here 😤

This is total garbage! EDD is THE WORST when it comes to these system glitches. They've been happening constantly since their so-called "upgrade" in January. I work in HR and I've had DOZENS of employees dealing with exactly this issue in the past few months. The worst part is that EDD acts like it's YOUR problem to fix when THEIR system is broken!! And good luck getting through on the phone - they've clearly understaffed their call center. My advice? Besides getting someone on the phone, go to your state assembly member's office. They have special EDD liaisons who can cut through the red tape. It's ridiculous that we have to resort to this, but I've had several employees get results this way when nothing else worked.

I'm dealing with a very similar situation right now! My SDI dates have been changing randomly too and I'm missing payments from the last two weeks of February. What's really concerning is that I'm seeing this pattern across multiple posts in this community - it seems like EDD's system update in January created widespread issues specifically for pregnancy disability claims. Has anyone tried filing a complaint with the California Department of Consumer Affairs about these systemic issues? I'm wondering if there's a way to escalate this beyond individual claims since it's clearly affecting so many people. We shouldn't have to use third-party services or contact assembly members just to get the benefits we've paid into! Also @PrinceJoe - definitely try the assembly member route if the phone calls don't work. I've heard they can sometimes get results within a few days compared to weeks of trying to get through to EDD directly.

Hang in there, OP. I know it's tough, but you'll get through this. Sending positive vibes your way! ✨

This is such a common issue unfortunately! I went through the exact same thing about 6 months ago. One thing that helped me was checking if there were any pending issues in my account that I missed - sometimes they flag something for review and don't send a clear notification. Also, try calling the disability line specifically if you were on disability benefits, not the regular unemployment line. The wait times are still brutal but sometimes a bit better. Document every attempt you make to contact them with dates/times - it helps if you need to escalate later. Wishing you luck getting this sorted out quickly! 🤞

Including a personal statement about your daily limitations is absolutely helpful. Be specific about activities you cannot perform, pain levels, medication side effects, and how your condition prevents you from performing essential job functions. Personal testimony combined with medical documentation creates a more complete picture of your disability.

I'm going through a similar situation right now - just got my IME determination last week and I'm preparing to appeal. One thing that's been really helpful is keeping a daily symptom diary since my injury. I write down pain levels, medications taken, activities I can't do, sleep disruption, etc. My lawyer recommended this and said it can be powerful evidence alongside the medical records. Also, if you have any witnesses (family, friends, coworkers) who can write statements about how your condition has affected your daily life and work capacity, that can strengthen your case. My sister wrote a letter describing how I need help with basic tasks that I used to do easily before my injury. The waiting period without benefits is absolutely terrifying - I'm already stressed about how I'll pay rent if this drags on. But from what I'm reading here, having strong medical documentation seems to be the key to success. Stay strong and don't give up!

Hey OP, don't stress too much. I missed a deadline once and thought my claim was toast. But I called, explained my situation, and they were actually pretty cool about it. Just be nice when you call (even if they're not) and you should be fine.

Hey Amun-Ra, I went through something similar last year. The key thing is to call them as soon as possible and explain that you couldn't provide the date because your medical condition was still being evaluated. They usually have procedures for situations like this. Make sure to mention that you acted in good faith and were waiting for clearance from your doctor. Also, if you have any documentation from your healthcare provider showing ongoing treatment during that time, it can really help your case. Don't give up - these situations are more common than you think!