EDD SDI denial for out-of-state pregnancy claim - appeal help needed!

This actually happens quite often with out-of-state SDI claims - especially pregnancy ones. For your appeal, you need to include: 1) Copy of your denial letter, 2) A written statement explaining that you DID submit documents on time, 3) Copies of EVERYTHING you previously sent, 4) Proof of mailing if you have it, and 5) A DE 2501 appeal form (download it from the EDD website). Regarding certification - yes, you absolutely need to keep certifying even during the appeal process. For mail-in claimants, you can request paper certification forms by calling the SDI office. Make sure to specifically ask for DE 2500A Continued Claim forms for disability insurance.

omg i had the EXACT same thing happen with my pregnancy claim last year!!! so frustrating!!!!! EDD is THE WORST for out of state claims!!!!

You might be confused about what documents they actually wanted. For out-of-state claims, EDD typically requires: - Proof of identity (state ID or driver's license) - Proof of ADDRESS (utility bill, lease, etc.) - Proof of PREGNANCY (doctor's certification form DE 2501) - Proof of CA EMPLOYMENT (paystubs showing CA state tax withholding) If you're missing any of these, that could explain the denial. The certification process is mandatory - even for pregnancy claims - but it's particularly challenging for out-of-state claimants. You need to call the special non-resident line at (different from the main number) to request continued claim forms.

EDD is TRASH with out-of-state claims!! They DELIBERATELY make it hard and deny people hoping you'll just give up. I went thru three denials before finally getting approved for my back injury. The system is broken and nobody cares!! Document EVERYTHING and send it with signature confirmation so they can't lie about receiving it.

I had trouble getting through to EDD when I was dealing with my pregnancy claim last year (I was in Arizona). I found this service called Claimyr at claimyr.com that actually got me connected to a real person at EDD in about 20 minutes instead of spending days trying to get through. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ?si=1hcSq3KFtCr4oAmd. It was so worth it because the agent was able to tell me exactly what documents were missing from my file and I got my claim fixed. For out-of-state claims especially, talking to an actual human makes all the difference.

Just a heads up - there's a difference between SDI pregnancy claims and Paid Family Leave (PFL). Make sure you're applying for the right program. SDI is for your own disability (including recovery from childbirth), while PFL is for bonding with the baby. I'm confused why you'd be filing a claim before giving birth for bonding leave... are you sure you're applying for the right program?

Here's what I recommend for your appeal based on my experience as an out-of-state claimant: 1. Call and request a copy of your claim file through a formal information request - this will show exactly what they received/didn't receive 2. For your appeal package, include: - Appeal form DE 1000M - Cover letter explaining the timeline of events - COPIES (not originals) of ALL documentation - New doctor's certification if your original is more than 30 days old - Recent paystubs showing CA employment - Color copy of your ID - Multiple proofs of address (utility bill AND lease/mortgage) 3. Send your appeal via certified mail with return receipt 4. For certification, call the out-of-state unit (916-464-0500) and press option 6, then request paper certification forms Don't worry - they WILL backpay you to your original claim date once approved!