EDD disability payments delayed after c-section, can't submit PFL claim. Help!
Hey everyone, I'm in a bit of a pickle with my disability benefits. My delivery method changed from vaginal to c-section, which extended my return-to-work date. Now my disability payments are delayed, and I'm not sure how to proceed. My last payment was about a month ago, but I'm not supposed to go back to work for another month. I think I'm still owed some money - my profile shows a remaining benefit amount. I'm also supposed to submit my Paid Family Leave claim soon, but I know I shouldn't do that until I've received all my disability payments. Any advice on how to handle this situation and get the payments I'm owed?
28 comments
Evan Kalinowski
Ugh, the EDD system is such a mess! I had a similar situation last year. Have you tried calling them directly? It's a pain, but sometimes that's the only way to get things sorted out.
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The Boss
•I've been trying to call for days, but I can never get through. It's so frustrating! 😤
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Victoria Charity
•Pro tip: call right when they open. I got through after only 30 minutes on hold that way.
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Jasmine Quinn
•lol good luck with that. I swear they have like 2 people answering phones for the whole state 🙄
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Oscar Murphy
I found a way to actually get someone on the phone. 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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Nora Bennett
•Sounds too good to be true. Has anyone else tried this?
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Ryan Andre
•20 bucks? That's highway robbery!
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Oscar Murphy
•I know it sounds sketchy, but I swear it worked for me. Saved me hours of frustration.
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Lauren Zeb
•Can you give more details about how it works? Is it legit?
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Oscar Murphy
•Yeah, it's totally legit. You just put in your phone number and which dept you need to reach. They call you when they get an agent. Saved me a ton of time.
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Daniel Washington
Here's what you need to do: 1. Document everything. Keep a record of all your payments, dates, and communication with EDD. 2. Write a clear, concise letter explaining your situation. Include your change in delivery method, extended return-to-work date, and the discrepancy in payments. 3. If you can't get through on the phone, try faxing your letter. Yes, fax. It's old school, but sometimes it works. 4. Reach out to your local state representative's office. They often have liaisons who can help with EDD issues. 5. Don't submit your Paid Family Leave claim until this is resolved. You're right to wait. 6. If all else fails, consider filing an appeal. It's a process, but it can get results. Remember, persistence is key. Don't give up!
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The Boss
•Wow, thank you so much for this detailed advice! I'll definitely start working on that letter right away.
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Aurora Lacasse
•This is gold 💯 Saving this for future reference!
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Anthony Young
have you tried checking your online account? sometimes they update info there before sending out notices
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Charlotte White
OMG I'm literally going through the exact same thing rn! C-section gang unite 😂 But seriously, it's such a headache dealing with EDD. Sending you good vibes!
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The Boss
•C-section squad! 🙌 Thanks for the support. It's nice to know I'm not alone in this mess.
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Charlotte White
•We got this, mama! 💪 Keep us updated on how it goes!
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Admin_Masters
Have you considered reaching out to a disability rights organization? They might be able to provide some guidance or even advocacy.
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Matthew Sanchez
•This is actually a great idea. I used legal aid for an unemployment issue last year and they were super helpful.
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Ella Thompson
unpopular opinion: the system isnt broken, people just dont know how to use it properly 🤷♂️
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JacksonHarris
•Found the EDD employee 🙄
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Jeremiah Brown
•Bruh, have you even dealt with EDD? It's a clown show 🤡
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Ella Thompson
•I'm just saying, if people read the instructions carefully, a lot of these issues could be avoided.
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Royal_GM_Mark
•Ok boomer 🙄
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Amelia Cartwright
This happened to my sister last year. It took forever, but she eventually got her money. Hang in there!
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Chris King
Anyone else feel like we need a complete overhaul of the entire disability/paid leave system? It's 2025 for crying out loud, why is this still so complicated?
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Rachel Clark
•Preach! 🙌 It's like they're stuck in the stone age or smthn
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Zachary Hughes
•For real. Other countries have figured this out. Why can't we?
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