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EDD Disability Claim: How to Check Exact Submission Time?
Hey everyone, I'm having trouble remembering when I placed my disability claim order. Does anyone know if there's a way to check the exact time and date? I'm trying to keep track of everything for my records.
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EDD: Sent all required docs weeks ago, still no payment. What now?
I filled out all the forms and sent in my personal information like ID and proof of address to EDD, but I still haven't received my payment. It's been weeks and I'm getting worried. Has anyone else experienced this? What should I do next?
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The EDD system is a joke. They're probably using computers from the stone age to process our claims. No wonder it takes forever 🙄
For real tho. My grandma could process these claims faster with an abacus 😂
It's not just old tech, it's understaffing too. They're drowning in claims and can't keep up.
Can my husband qualify for SDI benefits due to accident-related anxiety/stress?
My husband was involved in a pretty serious car accident 3 weeks ago, and although his physical injuries weren't major, he's been experiencing severe anxiety and panic attacks whenever he tries to drive or even ride in a car. He took a few days off work using personal time, but his mental state isn't improving. His primary doctor suggested he might need time off to get therapy and proper treatment for what sounds like PTSD from the accident. His employer just texted him saying they're cutting his hours from full-time to only 1-2 days per week 'until he's better.' We're worried about finances but also about his mental health if he pushes himself to keep working. Would he qualify for SDI benefits in this situation? Does he need special documentation for stress/anxiety claims? Has anyone successfully filed for disability benefits for accident-related mental health issues?
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My wife's cousin's friend got SDI for anxiety after seeing a psycharist. Took like 5 weeks to get approved tho and they had to send in extra paperwork twice. Good luck!
Update: We took the advice here and my husband saw a psychiatrist yesterday. She diagnosed him with acute stress disorder and PTSD from the accident and said he definitely shouldn't be working right now. She's completing the medical certification forms today, and we're filing for SDI. I'll post again once we hear something about his claim. Thanks everyone for the help!
That's great news! Make sure he starts treatment right away while the claim is processing. SDI requires that claimants be under the care of a doctor and following recommended treatment to remain eligible. Wishing him a smooth recovery!
Will my SDI pregnancy benefits come on old EDD unemployment card from 2020?
I'm 7 months pregnant and just filed for SDI pregnancy disability last week. Back in 2020, I received unemployment benefits on an EDD debit card, but I have NO idea where that card is now (probably lost during our move last year). Will my pregnancy disability payments automatically go to that same old card? Do I need to request a new one? I'm panicking a little because my doctor is taking me off work in 2 weeks, and I need to make sure I can access my benefits! The EDD website wasn't clear about this and I can't get through on the phone.
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Everyone here is giving you conflicting information because the payment system is currently in transition. Here are the facts: 1. The EDD is phasing out Bank of America debit cards for NEW claims 2. SDI pregnancy claims filed after 7/14/2023 should get either direct deposit or paper checks (not debit cards) 3. BUT, if you didn't select a payment preference when you filed, the system defaults to the last payment method on record 4. If your last payment was to a BofA card in 2020, they MIGHT try to send it there first Your best option is to log into your SDI Online account, go to 'Payment Method' and verify what's showing. If you don't see a payment preference selected, call EDD immediately to update it, preferably to direct deposit for fastest payment. If the system is showing BofA as your payment method, then yes, you'll need to contact BofA for a replacement card at 1-866-692-9374.
^^^ this is correct. I work for a disability attorney and this matches what we're seeing with our clients. The transition has been very messy and confusing!
Thank you for this detailed breakdown! I just checked my SDI Online account and there's nothing showing under payment method that I can find. This is so frustrating. I'm going to try calling EDD first thing tomorrow morning.
UPDATE: I finally got through to EDD this morning! Turns out since I didn't select a payment preference when filing, they defaulted to a paper check for the first payment. The rep helped me set up direct deposit for future payments. She also said my claim has been approved and I should get my first check within 7-10 days. Thanks everyone for your help!
Great news! Glad you got it sorted out. Make sure you certify for your benefits on time for each period to avoid payment delays.
congrats!! paper checks r fine just take longer
EDD SDI payment shows 'paid' since Monday but nothing on BofA card - anyone else?
Getting really frustrated with my disability payments! The EDD website shows my payment was processed on Monday (two days ago), but my Bank of America card still hasn't been loaded with funds. Normally I get an email notification as soon as the money hits my card, but radio silence this time. This is my third disability payment for a back injury I sustained at work in January, and the first two payments came through without any issues. Has anyone else noticed delays with their SDI payments this week? I've got rent due next week and really counting on this money. Already tried calling the BofA EDD debit card number but got stuck in the automated system for 25 minutes before giving up.
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mine finally came thru this morning! just a heads up for everyone else
Just checked and mine came through too! Such a relief. Thanks everyone for the help and info.
I think I figured out why were all having issues. My neighbor works for the state (not EDD but another dept) and she said theres a new payment processing system being implemented this quarter. She said lots of state payments are having random delays because of the transition. Just FYI for anyone who might have issues again next payment cycle!
GalaxyGazer
Have you tried calling them? Sometimes talking to a real person is the only way to get accurate info.
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Dylan Wright
AuthorI've tried, but I can never get through. It's always busy or I'm on hold forever 😞
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Oliver Wagner
Same here. I swear their hold music is gonna be stuck in my head till I die 💀
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Natasha Kuznetsova
Anybody else feel like we need a complete overhaul of the disability claim system? It's 2023, why is this still so complicated?
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Javier Mendoza
Preach! 🙌 It's like they're stuck in the stone age or something.
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Emma Thompson
For real. My grandma could design a better system, and she still uses a flip phone!
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