Can I pause Workers Comp to get SDI/PFL after having a baby? Need advice on EDD process
Hey everyone, I'm in a bit of a situation and could use some advice. I've been on workers comp since early December due to a work injury. Now, I just had a baby and want to apply for SDI for 8 weeks. My lawyer says I should be able to pause my WC claim and switch to disability and maternity leave. Has anyone been through this before? I'm not sure if I can actually do this or what steps I need to take. I made an EDD account but haven't applied for anything yet. Any help would be appreciated!
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Isabella Ferreira
Congrats on the baby! š I went through something similar last year. Here's what I learned: ā¢ Yes, you can pause WC and switch to SDI/PFL ā¢ You'll need to inform your WC claims adjuster ā¢ Apply for SDI online through EDD ā¢ Get a doctor's note confirming your pregnancy/birth ā¢ Be prepared for some paperwork and possible delays Make sure to keep all your documents organized. The transition can be a bit tricky, but it's doable. Good luck!
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Malik Johnson
ā¢Thank you so much for the detailed response! This is really helpful. Did you have any issues with the timing of pausing WC and starting SDI? I'm worried about a gap in benefits.
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Isabella Ferreira
ā¢There was a small gap for me, about a week. Make sure you communicate clearly with both WC and EDD about your dates. It helps to have everything in writing!
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Ravi Sharma
ā¢bump for visibility. this is great info!
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Freya Thomsen
ugh, the system is so broken. why do we have to jump through so many hoops just to get basic support? š¤¦āāļø good luck OP, youre gonna need it
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Omar Zaki
I found a way to actually get someone on the phone at EDD. I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ
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AstroAce
ā¢Sounds like a scam. Why would you pay to call a government agency? š¤
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Omar Zaki
ā¢Not a scam, I promise! It saved me hours of hold time. Worth every penny imo
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Chloe Martin
ā¢How long did it take to get through? I've been trying to reach EDD for weeks!
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Omar Zaki
ā¢It took about 45 minutes for me. Way better than the 3+ hours I spent trying on my own before!
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Diego Rojas
I'm in the same boat as you! Currently 7 months pregnant and on WC. My doctor advised me to switch to SDI around 36 weeks. Definitely talk to your WC adjuster ASAP to coordinate the switch.
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Malik Johnson
ā¢Thanks for sharing! It's good to know I'm not alone in this. Have you started the process yet?
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Diego Rojas
ā¢Not yet, but I'm gathering all the necessary docs. It's a bit overwhelming tbh š
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Anastasia Sokolov
pro tip: keep a log of every convo u have with WC and EDD. dates, names, what was said. itll save ur butt if theres any confusion later
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Sean O'Donnell
Has anyone here successfully transitioned from WC to SDI and then to PFL? I'm curious about the timeline and if there were any hiccups along the way.
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Zara Ahmed
ā¢I did it last year. Took about 2 weeks to get everything sorted. The key is to start the process early and follow up regularly. Don't assume they're processing your stuff!
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Sean O'Donnell
ā¢2 weeks isn't bad at all! Did you have any issues with backdating or gaps in payment?
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Zara Ahmed
ā¢Nah, it was pretty smooth sailing. Just make sure your dates are clear on all your paperwork. And don't be afraid to bug them if somethings not right!
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StarStrider
idk about the legal stuff, but congrats on the baby! šš¶ hope everything works out for you
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