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Javier Mendoza

EDD claim date error: last day worked same as claim start date - what to do?

I'm helping my spouse file for disability and we're stuck on a weird claim date issue. Their last day of work was June 22nd, 2025, and we're getting this message in SDI Online: "Notice of Claim Date Adjustment - beginning date must be at least 1 day after last day worked" There's also something about verifying identity, address, and wages with form 4365DI, but there's NO due date listed AND no form is actually available to submit! I see in the activity log that June 22-22 was "disallowed" (just that one day) and the claim seems to start from June 22-29 (first week). I'm assuming we just need to wait for the claim to process normally since they're just rejecting that one overlapping day? But I'm worried about that identity verification message. Do we need to do something specific about this, or just wait? There's literally no form showing up to complete.

Emma Wilson

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ya this is normal, they just adjust the date automatically. as long as u see the claim active for the week after don't worry bout it. they always do this weird thing where the claim can't start till day after u last worked. u good

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Thanks! I just got nervous seeing that verification message with no actual form. Have you ever had the identity verification thing happen without a form being available?

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Malik Davis

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This is a common issue with SDI claims. When you file for SDI, the claim start date must be at least one day after your last day worked - that's why you got the adjustment notice. EDD automatically fixed this by disallowing just that one overlapping day (June 22). Regarding the identity verification message - this is concerning. Normally when EDD requires identity verification, a form 4365DI should be available in your "Forms Available to Submit" section. If you don't see it there, I recommend: 1. Try logging out completely and logging back in 2. Check if you have any notifications in the "Important Information" section 3. Look in the "Upload Documents" section to see if you can submit documents there If you still don't see the form, you really need to contact EDD directly. Their system might have glitched.

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Thank you for the detailed explanation! I checked all those areas and there's still no form. I guess I'll have to call them, but I've been trying for days with no luck getting through. 😩

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I had EXACTLY this problem in March!!!! The stupid system gave me that verification message but NO FORM to complete. I tried calling for TWO WEEKS and couldn't get through. Finally I uploaded a bunch of ID documents through the general document upload section with a note explaining the situation. My claim was eventually approved but it took 6 WEEKS and they never explained what happened with that message. So frustrating!!!!

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Omg that sounds awful! Did you upload your documents in the general Documents section or somewhere specific? And what documents did you end up sending?

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I used the general Documents section and just selected "Other" for document type. I uploaded my driver's license (front+back), social security card, a utility bill showing my address, and 2 recent pay stubs. I also typed up a letter explaining the situation and that I couldn't access the form they wanted me to fill out. It eventually worked but took FOREVER.

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Thanks, I'll try that approach! At least it worked eventually.

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Ravi Gupta

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I had to help my sister with this exact problem! The EDD system is sooooo glitchy. When there's no form but they ask for verification it's usually because their system flagged something but didn't properly generate the form. When u call they'll probably just tell u to upload ID docs through general upload. SO ANNOYING but it's just how their broken system works lol

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GalacticGuru

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If you need to speak with an EDD representative about this issue, try using Claimyr (claimyr.com). I was facing the same frustration trying to get through to EDD about a verification issue, but Claimyr got me connected to an actual person in under 20 minutes. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ?si=1hcSq3KFtCr4oAmd The agent I spoke with explained that sometimes these verification messages appear automatically due to system flags, but there's no actual verification needed for your specific case. It saved me weeks of stress and uncertainty.

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does this actually work?? i've been trying for 3 days to reach someone about my disability extension

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GalacticGuru

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Yes, it worked for me. I was skeptical too, but was desperate after trying for days. They connect you directly to EDD's phone system but somehow bypass the wait/disconnection issues. Much better than uploading documents randomly and hoping for the best.

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I might try this service if uploading the documents doesn't work. Getting really anxious about this claim sitting there with that verification message.

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Omar Fawaz

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Here's what's actually happening with your claim: 1. The date adjustment is completely normal and automatic - the system is programmed to disallow any overlapping of work days and disability days. So they're correctly adjusting to start your spouse's claim on June 23rd (the day after their last work day). 2. The verification message is most likely a system error. EDD's disability system has been experiencing glitches since their 2024 update where verification notices get triggered without the corresponding form being made available. 3. You have three options: - Wait and see if the claim processes normally (risky) - Proactively upload identity and wage verification through the Documents section - Contact EDD directly to have them remove the verification hold In my experience working with many disability claimants, option 2 or 3 is safest. The last thing you want is to wait weeks only to discover there's still a hold on the claim. The system won't always notify you if there's a problem.

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Thank you for such clear explanation! I'll definitely take your advice and upload documents proactively. I appreciate the detailed breakdown of what's happening.

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Emma Wilson

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my neighbor had this happen and they just ignored it and got paid fine. edd systems are wierd sometimes lol

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UPDATE: I ended up calling EDD after trying all week (finally got through yesterday afternoon). The rep confirmed it was a system glitch - the verification request was automatically triggered but the form wasn't properly generated. She removed the verification requirement from my spouse's account and the claim is now processing normally! Thanks everyone for your help and suggestions.

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Omar Fawaz

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Great news! Glad to hear it worked out. This is becoming a common glitch in their system - hopefully they'll fix it in the next update.

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Nia Harris

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So glad you got this resolved! I'm dealing with a similar verification glitch right now on my own SDI claim. Did the rep mention if there's a way to avoid this happening in the future, or is it just a known system bug they're working on? I'm worried about this happening again when I have to certify for benefits.

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I'm new to this community and just wanted to say how incredibly helpful this entire thread has been! I'm currently dealing with my first ever SDI claim and was completely panicked when I got that same verification message with no form available. Reading through everyone's experiences and seeing that Javier got it resolved has given me so much relief. What I found most valuable was seeing the progression from initial panic to actual solutions - from Isabella's experience uploading documents through the general section, to the advice about using Claimyr to get through to EDD, and finally Javier's update that it was just a system glitch that the rep could fix instantly. It really shows how this community comes together to help each other navigate these confusing EDD issues. I'm going to try calling EDD first thing Monday morning, but now I feel prepared with backup options if that doesn't work. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences - this is exactly the kind of support newcomers like me need when dealing with these stressful situations!

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Welcome to the community! I'm also new here and going through my first SDI claim experience. This thread has been absolutely invaluable - I was feeling so overwhelmed when I hit the same verification message issue, but seeing how everyone shared their solutions and supported each other really helped calm my nerves. The way this community breaks down what's normal versus what's a glitch is so helpful for those of us who have never navigated EDD before. I'm bookmarking this thread as a reference! Hope your call on Monday goes smoothly and you get it resolved quickly like Javier did.

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