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I'm so sorry this happened to you - what a stressful situation on top of having a new baby! I went through something similar (though not exactly the same) when my company had layoffs right after I returned from maternity leave. From what I learned, you should be eligible for unemployment after your disability ends since your job loss was due to company restructuring, not your performance. The key things the EDD will look at are: 1) you're medically cleared to work (which you are), 2) you're able and available for work, and 3) you lost your job through no fault of your own. A few practical tips: Keep all your documentation from HR about the position elimination, and when you apply for UI, be very clear about the timeline - that you were cleared to return to work but then informed your position was eliminated. Also, definitely look into the PFL option others mentioned for bonding time with your baby. Hang in there - you've got this! The system can be overwhelming but there are safety nets in place for exactly these situations.
Thank you so much for the encouragement and practical advice! It really helps to hear from someone who went through something similar. I'm definitely going to keep all the HR documentation about the restructuring - that's a great point about being clear on the timeline when I apply. It's reassuring to know that these safety nets exist, even if the process seems intimidating right now. Having a newborn makes everything feel more urgent, but you're right that I need to take it one step at a time.
I'm a single mom who went through almost the exact same situation 6 months ago! Position eliminated while on pregnancy disability - it felt like the worst possible timing. Here's what worked for me: 1. Apply for PFL immediately after your SDI ends (don't wait!) - those 8 weeks gave me crucial time to job search without the pressure 2. Start updating your resume and LinkedIn NOW while you're still on disability 3. When you do apply for UI after PFL, emphasize that you're "able and available" - I even mentioned in my application that I had childcare arrangements in place 4. Network like crazy - I found my current job through a former colleague who saw my LinkedIn post about looking for work The transition between programs was smoother than I expected. EDD actually has pretty good resources for new parents, even though the system can be confusing at first. You're going to get through this! Having a baby AND job hunting is exhausting, but remember that companies that eliminate positions of new moms during disability probably weren't great places to work anyway. You'll find something better! 💪
Thank you so much for sharing your experience and the actionable steps! As someone new to this whole situation, it's incredibly helpful to hear from someone who not only went through the same thing but came out the other side successfully. I especially appreciate the tip about updating my resume and LinkedIn now - I hadn't even thought about getting a head start on that while still on disability. And you're absolutely right about companies that would eliminate a new mom's position during disability - probably a blessing in disguise even though it doesn't feel like it right now! Did you find that having recent maternity leave/disability on your timeline affected how employers viewed your applications, or was that not really an issue?
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Just wanted to add another tip that helped me recently! If you're still having trouble with all the digital methods, try calling during lunch hours (around 12-1 PM) - I know it sounds counterintuitive, but I actually got through faster then because most people call first thing in the morning or right before closing. Also, when you do get someone on the phone, ask them to email you a confirmation number for your award letter request - this way you have proof that you made the request and can reference it if you need to follow up. The rep I spoke with was actually really helpful once I got through and told me that having a confirmation number speeds up any future inquiries about the same request. It took about 10 days, but I finally got my letter! This whole thread has been such a lifesaver - it's amazing how we've all become EDD navigation experts together! 💪
@Derek Olson That s'such a smart tip about calling during lunch hours! 🕐 I never would have thought to try that timing - everyone always talks about calling right when they open, but it makes total sense that there might be less competition during the middle of the day. And asking for a confirmation number is brilliant! I ve'had situations before where I thought I submitted something but had no way to prove it later. This thread really has become the ultimate EDD masterclass - between all the different timing strategies, multiple submission methods, and now getting confirmation numbers, we ve'basically reverse-engineered the whole system! It s'both awesome and sad that we ve'had to become this strategic just to get basic services, but I m'so grateful everyone keeps sharing what actually works. Thanks for adding another valuable piece to our collective survival guide! 🙌
Just wanted to chime in with another approach that worked for me! 🙋♀️ I was stuck in the same situation about 2 months ago and what finally got results was actually emailing my local EDD office directly (not the general customer service email). I found the specific office email on the CA.gov website by searching for my zip code, and they responded within 3 business days! They were able to process my award letter request and had it mailed to me within a week. Also, if you're eligible for any disability advocacy services, they often have direct contacts at EDD that can expedite requests. I work with a disability rights organization and they mentioned this is pretty common - the advocacy groups have established relationships that can cut through the usual red tape. Reading through this thread has been so validating - it's wild that we all have to become amateur bureaucracy experts just to get basic documents, but I love seeing how everyone shares their successful strategies. @Sienna Gomez you've got so many solid options now between all these suggestions! Don't lose hope, one of these methods will definitely work! 💪✨
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I had this exact same issue a few months ago! The upload feature is really poorly designed. What finally worked for me was accessing it through the mobile app instead of the website. For some reason, the upload button showed up there when it wouldn't appear on desktop. If you don't have the app, you can also try accessing the mobile version of the site through your phone's browser. Also, make sure your form is saved as a PDF - I think they're picky about file formats. Hope this helps!
Thanks for the mobile app tip! I never would have thought to try that. It's so weird how the same system can work differently on different platforms. I'm definitely going to download the app and give it a shot. And good call on the PDF format - I was actually trying to upload it as a JPEG screenshot 🤦♀️
I just went through this nightmare last month! Here's what I discovered after way too much trial and error: the upload feature is tied to your case status. If your disability claim is still in "initial review" status, the upload option won't show up at all. You have to wait until they move you to "pending additional documentation" status, which can take 2-3 weeks. It's incredibly frustrating because nowhere on the site does it explain this! I only found out when I finally got through to someone on the phone. You can check your case status under "Claim History" - if it's still in initial review, that's why you can't upload anything yet. Super backwards system if you ask me.
Wait, WHAT?! This explains everything! I've been banging my head against the wall for weeks thinking the website was broken. So you're saying I just have to sit and wait for them to change my status before I can even upload my documents? That's absolutely insane - why wouldn't they just tell people this upfront? I checked my claim history and sure enough, I'm still in "initial review." This is so frustrating but at least now I know I'm not going crazy. Thanks for sharing this info, you probably just saved me from making dozens more phone calls!
This is incredibly helpful information! I wish I had known this weeks ago. I've been trying to upload my 2580g form too and was starting to think there was something wrong with my account. Just checked my status and yep - still in "initial review." It's so backwards that they don't explain this anywhere on their website. You'd think they'd want to make the process as clear as possible, but instead we're all left guessing and wasting time. Really appreciate you sharing what you learned from your phone call - this should honestly be posted somewhere obvious on their site!
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I'm going through the exact same thing right now! Filed my PFL claim about 5 weeks ago and it's been stuck on "pending" ever since. The phone system is absolutely ridiculous - I've probably spent 20+ hours on hold just to get disconnected. Reading through all these comments, it sounds like contacting my assembly member might be the way to go. Has anyone had luck with specific assembly offices being more responsive than others? Also really considering that Claimyr service that @Sofia Peña mentioned, even though $20 feels steep just to talk to someone who should be accessible for free 😤 Thanks for starting this thread - at least we know we're not alone in this nightmare!
Welcome to the PFL waiting game club! 😅 5 weeks is rough - I'm only at 3 weeks but already feeling like I'm losing my sanity. The phone system is definitely a joke, I've had the same experience with getting disconnected after hours of waiting. I'm definitely going to try the assembly member route too after seeing all the positive feedback here. Seems like that's been the most consistent success story from everyone. And yeah, that $20 for Claimyr does sting when we shouldn't have to pay extra just to reach someone, but honestly if it works it might be worth it for peace of mind. Thanks for sharing your experience - it really does help knowing we're all dealing with this together! Keep us posted on how the assembly member contact goes 🤞
Same boat here! Filed my PFL claim about 4 weeks ago and it's been a total nightmare. The "pending" status is driving me crazy and I've basically given up on the phone system after getting hung up on multiple times. Really appreciate everyone sharing their experiences and tips here. The assembly member suggestion keeps coming up so I'm definitely going to try that route. @Giovanni Martello thanks for those detailed steps - having a game plan helps a lot! Also seeing mixed reactions about Claimyr but honestly at this point I might just bite the bullet and pay the $20 if it actually works. This whole situation is so frustrating when you're already dealing with family stuff and need the financial support. Will report back if I have any success with the assembly member route. Hang in there everyone! 💪
Javier Garcia
I'm going through this exact same situation right now! My SDI payment for a shoulder injury showed as "issued" two days ago but my Money Network card still shows zero balance. Reading through all these experiences is so reassuring - I was starting to think something went wrong with my claim. It's really frustrating that EDD doesn't warn you about this delay when you're already stressed about being out of work and needing the money. I've been checking the app obsessively every few hours! Going to try to be patient and wait it out based on everyone's advice here. This community is so helpful for getting real answers that you can't find anywhere on the official websites.
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Jessica Nolan
•I'm in the exact same boat right now! Just got approved for SDI last week for pregnancy-related issues and my first payment showed as issued yesterday but nothing on my Money Network card yet. Reading through everyone's experiences here has been such a relief - I was convinced something had gone wrong! It's so stressful when you're already dealing with being unable to work and then you have to worry about whether your benefits are actually coming through. The fact that EDD doesn't give any heads up about this delay is really poor communication on their part. Definitely going to set up those push notifications in the Money Network app like others suggested. Thanks to everyone for sharing their timelines - it's so much more helpful than anything you can find on the official sites!
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Zainab Ahmed
I'm currently dealing with this exact same situation! My first SDI payment for a wrist injury showed as "issued" yesterday afternoon but my Money Network card balance is still showing $0. Reading through everyone's experiences here has been incredibly helpful - I was starting to panic that something went wrong with my application. It's really frustrating that EDD doesn't clearly communicate these processing delays when you first get approved. When you're already stressed about being unable to work and counting on these benefits, the uncertainty is just brutal. I'm going to try to be patient and wait the 24-48 hours like everyone suggests, but I wish there was better transparency about these timelines. Thanks to everyone for sharing their real-world experiences - this is exactly the kind of practical information you need but can never find on the official EDD website!
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