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EDD Disability: Returned to work, still waiting on claim funds. How long did it take you?

Hey everyone, I just got back to work after being on disability for a while. I'm still waiting on the funds from my claim to come through. Has anyone else dealt with this? How long did it take for you to get your money after returning to work? Any tips on speeding up the process would be really appreciated!

Have you checked your online account? Sometimes the status updates there before you actually get the money.

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Yeah, I've been checking it obsessively. Still says 'pending' ๐Ÿ˜•

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Oof, that sucks. Hang in there, OP. It'll come through eventually.

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Pro tip: contact your local state representative's office. They can sometimes help expedite claims. Worked for me when I was stuck in limbo for months.

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How do you even find out who your local rep is?

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Just google '[your city] state representative'. Should pop right up!

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Missed SDI callback - How to follow up on claim?

Hey everyone, I filed an SDI claim recently and I'm trying to follow up on it. I missed their call back and now I'm not sure what to do. Has anyone else been in this situation? What's the best way to get in touch with them?

Here's what I've learned from dealing with SDI: 1. Persistence is key. Keep calling, even if it feels hopeless. 2. Document everything. Write down who you talked to, when, and what they said. 3. If possible, use their online portal to submit questions. Sometimes it's faster than phone. 4. Check your spam folder regularly. Important emails can end up there. 5. If you're really stuck, reach out to your local state representative. They can sometimes help push things along. 6. Be prepared for long wait times. Have something to do while on hold. 7. Double-check all your paperwork before submitting. One small error can cause big delays. Hope this helps someone! We're all in this together. ๐Ÿ’ช

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This is gold! Thanks for sharing your experience. Wish I had known all this when I started my claim.

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Great advice! I'd add: if you fax anything, always follow up with a phone call to confirm they received it.

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Anyone else feel like the whole system is designed to make us give up? It's like they're hoping we'll just go away if they make it hard enough. ๐Ÿ™„

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100% this. It's a war of attrition and they're winning.

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EDD hasn't responded 2 weeks after receiving address verification and ID proof. Normal wait time?

I sent in my address verification and proof of ID to EDD through mail. My USPS tracking says it was delivered on Feb 13th at 9am. It's been almost two weeks and I still haven't heard anything back from EDD. Has anyone else experienced this? How long does it usually take for them to process these documents?

I heard they're super backlogged because of all the fraud cases they're dealing with. Might be why it's taking so long. Hang in there!

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yeah i read about that too. apparantly millions in fraud. no wonder theyre slow af

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Pro tip: If you can, try faxing your documents instead of mailing. Seems to go through faster in my experience.

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What year is it, 1995? ๐Ÿ˜‚ But for real, if it works, it works!

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Lol I know right? But hey, whatever gets the job done ๐Ÿคทโ€โ™‚๏ธ

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SDI payments not received, cards declining - Help!

My disability payments haven't come through and now my cards are getting declined everywhere. I don't understand what's going on. Has anyone else experienced this? Any advice on what to do?

This happened to me last year. Turns out there was a glitch in their system and a bunch of payments got delayed. Keep calling and don't give up!

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idk if this helps but I had luck reaching out on Twitter. Sometimes they respond faster there than through official channels ๐Ÿคทโ€โ™€๏ธ

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Really? What's their handle?

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@AskEDD for California. Other states might have different ones.

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SDI won't process my claim - stuck in limbo. Help!

Hey everyone, I'm having a major issue with my state disability claim. I applied for SDI but they won't process my claim. It's like I'm stuck in limbo and can't move forward. Has anyone else dealt with this? Any advice on how to get them to actually look at my application?

Unpopular opinion: maybe there's a valid reason they're not processing your claim? Not trying to be a jerk, but are you sure you qualify?

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I'm pretty sure I qualify, but I guess it's possible I misunderstood something. How can I double-check my eligibility?

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Check out the SDI eligibility requirements on their website. If you're still unsure, maybe consult with a benefits counselor or an attorney who specializes in disability claims.

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OMG I'm in the exact same boat!!! applied 2 months ago and crickets ๐Ÿฆ— This whole system is a joke. Solidarity, friend ๐Ÿ’ช

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