Since you've confirmed you're paying into CA SDI, here's what will happen with your claim: 1. Your weekly benefit amount will be calculated based on your highest-earning quarter during the base period (typically 5-18 months before your claim) 2. For 2025, the maximum weekly benefit is $1,620, minimum is $50 3. Your benefit amount will be approximately 60-70% of your regular wages 4. With your diagnosis, you can likely receive benefits for up to 52 weeks if medically necessary 5. Your FMLA leave and SDI can overlap - they're separate programs The fact that your employer is in Nevada doesn't change any of this. The key is that you're a California resident paying into the CA SDI system.

I went through something similar when I was living in Sacramento but working remotely for a company in Arizona. The determining factors for CA SDI eligibility are: 1) California residency (which you have), 2) paying into CA SDI through payroll deductions (which you confirmed), and 3) having a qualifying medical condition (stage 3 lymphoma definitely qualifies). The location of your employer or where you physically work doesn't disqualify you. Since you're a CA resident and your employer is correctly withholding CA taxes including SDI, you should be good to go. One thing to watch out for - make sure your medical provider understands the urgency of completing their certification. With cancer treatment, timing is critical both medically and financially. Also, consider asking your oncologist's office if they have experience with disability paperwork, as some offices have staff specifically trained to handle these forms efficiently. Wishing you strength through your treatment. Focus on getting better - the SDI system is there to support you during this time.

Hot take: the entire EDD system needs to be scrapped and rebuilt from the ground up. It's not fit for purpose in 2023.

I went through the exact same thing! The e324 error is definitely because of the duplicate accounts. Here's what worked for me: I called the EDD technical support line (not the regular claims line) at 1-800-300-5616 and explained I had duplicate accounts that needed to be merged. They were able to consolidate everything and then I could file my disability claim. For the late filing, they have a "good cause" exception if you can prove the delay was due to their system issues. Make sure to mention the error code and keep screenshots of everything. It took about 2 weeks total to get resolved, but I did get my back pay. Don't give up - you've got this! 💪

Returning to work early might affect your benefits. You should definitely call EDD and let them know about the change in your return-to-work date. Better to be upfront than risk an overpayment issue later.

I went through something similar recently! For the Part B form status update, it took about 8 business days for mine to change from "pending" to "processed" on the website. Don't panic if it takes a bit longer though - their system updates can be slow. Regarding returning to work early, make sure you report your actual return-to-work date through your online account or by calling them. This is super important to avoid any overpayment issues down the line. You'll want to update them even if your benefits get reduced or stopped - it's better to be transparent upfront. Also, keep documenting everything - screenshots of your online account status, copies of forms sent, dates of phone calls, etc. It'll save you headaches if any issues come up later. Hang in there! 💪

Just to follow up - did you manage to get this sorted out? Did the DI number work for your medical provider?

This is such great news to hear! I'm a newcomer to this community and dealing with a similar SDI issue right now. Your experience gives me hope that these confusing EDD processes can actually be resolved once you figure out their terminology. It's really helpful to see the whole timeline from problem to solution - shows that persistence pays off even when the system seems impossible to navigate. Thanks for sharing the positive update!

Pro tip: if you're having trouble getting through on the phone, try calling right when they open in the morning. I've had better luck that way.

I went through the exact same thing a few months ago with the DE 2517-17 notice! The key thing is to be super precise with your dates. When you call, have your employment records handy - pay stubs, termination letter, anything that shows your exact last day of work. The disability claim start date has to be the day AFTER your last day worked, not the same day. I made that mistake initially and had to go through this whole correction process. Once I got it sorted out, my payments resumed normally. Just don't wait too long to call - they're pretty strict about the response timeframe on these notices.