SDI Claim Stuck on "Pending Processing" for Weeks - No Payments Received. Help!

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Ugh, I feel your pain! I went through something similar last year. It's so frustrating when you're waiting on money you need and can't get answers. Have you tried calling them directly? It might take forever to get through, but sometimes that's the only way to get real answers.

Congrats on the baby! 🎉 But yeah, EDD is a mess rn. I waited almost 2 months for my first payment. Keep checking your online account daily and make sure to respond to any requests for info ASAP. Sometimes they need additional docs but don't tell you clearly.

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 explaining it: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ

Listen up, cause I've been down this road before and I'm gonna drop some knowledge on ya. Here's what you need to do: • First off, don't panic. EDD is slow af but they'll get to you eventually. • Double-check your online account to make sure all docs are there. Sometimes stuff gets "lost". • If you can, get your doctor to call EDD directly. They have a special line and can sometimes speed things up. • Keep a log of all your attempts to contact them. Dates, times, who you talked to if you get through. • If it goes past 3 weeks with no movement, reach out to your local state representative. They can sometimes light a fire under EDD's ass. • Make sure your mailing address is up to date. Sometimes they send stuff snail mail (I know, it's 2024, wtf right?) • If you get desperate, consider the paid calling service someone mentioned. I haven't used it, but I've heard good things. Hang in there, OP. The system sucks, but you'll get your money eventually. Don't be afraid to be a squeaky wheel!

have u checked ur spam folder? sometimes edd emails end up there and if u miss a request for info it can delay everything

Not to freak you out, but my friend's claim took 3 months to process last year. EDD is seriously understaffed and overworked. Keep pushing and don't give up!

Hey OP, just wondering - did you get any kind of confirmation when your doctor submitted the form? Might be worth double-checking with them to make sure it went through on their end.

lmao welcome to the wonderful world of EDD 🤡 where nothing makes sense and the rules are made up. but fr tho, hang in there. we're all in this sinking ship together

I work in HR and deal with this stuff all the time. Here's a pro tip: call the employer assistance line and ask them to file an inquiry on your behalf. Sometimes that can speed things up. Good luck!

I'm going through something similar right now - filed my SDI claim 6 weeks ago for a back injury and still stuck on "pending processing." It's absolutely maddening when you're dealing with medical issues AND financial stress at the same time. I've tried calling multiple times but like everyone else, can't get through. The worst part is not knowing if there's something missing or if it's just their usual snail pace. Really hoping things move faster for you since you have a new baby to take care of! Keep us updated on what works - we're all learning from each other's experiences here.

I'm in the exact same boat! Filed my SDI claim 5 weeks ago for a work injury and it's been stuck on "pending processing" this whole time. It's so frustrating because you're already dealing with being unable to work and then you have to stress about when (or if) you'll get the financial support you're entitled to. I've been checking my online account obsessively hoping to see some movement. Really appreciate everyone sharing their experiences here - at least we know we're not alone in this mess. The early morning calling strategy sounds promising, I'm definitely going to try that tomorrow. Good luck OP, hope you get some answers soon! 🤞

I'm dealing with the exact same situation! Filed my SDI claim about 4 weeks ago for pregnancy-related complications and it's been stuck on "pending processing" ever since. Like you, all my paperwork was submitted properly through the portal, but absolutely no movement or communication from EDD. It's incredibly stressful when you're already dealing with medical issues and a new baby on the way (congrats by the way! 🎉). I've been lurking in this community for weeks trying to find answers, and it seems like this is unfortunately the norm rather than the exception. The lack of transparency from EDD is what gets me the most - like, just tell us what's going on! I'm definitely going to try some of the suggestions here, especially the early morning calling strategy and checking with my doctor's office to confirm everything went through properly on their end. Thanks for posting this - it's oddly comforting to know I'm not the only one going through this nightmare. Please keep us updated on any progress you make!

I'm in a very similar situation - filed my SDI claim about 7 weeks ago for a surgery recovery and it's been stuck on "pending processing" this entire time. It's absolutely mind-boggling how they can leave people hanging for so long with zero communication, especially when you're already dealing with medical issues and can't work. What really gets me is that we pay into this system through our paychecks, and then when we actually need it, they treat us like we're asking for charity. I've tried calling dozens of times but like everyone else, I just get busy signals or endless hold music that goes nowhere. I'm definitely going to try the early morning calling strategy that @Ellie Simpson mentioned - seems like that's the most consistent advice I'm seeing here. Also thinking about reaching out to my state representative like @Diego Fisher suggested. At this point I'm willing to try anything! Thanks for posting this OP - it's frustrating but somehow reassuring to know we're all dealing with the same broken system. Please keep us updated if you make any progress, and I'll do the same. We've got to stick together and share what works! 💪

I'm going through almost the exact same thing - filed my SDI claim 6 weeks ago for a knee surgery and it's been stuck on "pending processing" the whole time. It's so frustrating because you're already stressed about recovery and not being able to work, and then you have to deal with this bureaucratic nightmare on top of it all. What really bothers me is how they make it seem like filing online is so simple and efficient, but then you get stuck in this black hole with zero updates or communication. I've been obsessively checking my account every day hoping to see some change. Reading through all these comments is actually really helpful though - at least now I know I'm not alone and there are some concrete steps to try. Definitely going to attempt the early morning calling strategy tomorrow and maybe look into that employer assistance line option. Thanks for posting this OP, and congrats on your new baby! 🍼 Hopefully we all start seeing some movement on our claims soon. I'll update if I make any progress!

I'm so sorry you're going through this, especially with a new baby! I went through a similar situation last year - filed my SDI claim for maternity leave and it sat in "pending processing" for almost 8 weeks. It's absolutely nerve-wracking when you're already dealing with the stress of a new baby and recovery. A few things that eventually helped me: • I called the SDI number every single day at exactly 8:00 AM for a week straight until I got through • When I finally reached someone, they told me there was a "technical glitch" that had flagged my claim for manual review (of course they never bothered to tell me this) • Make sure to document every call attempt with dates/times - it shows persistence when you do get through • Check that your employer submitted the correct form (DE 2515) and not just any generic form - apparently this is a common issue The whole system is broken and it's especially cruel when new parents are already vulnerable. But hang in there - once it finally gets processed, you should get all the back pay from when your claim started. Sending you strength during this frustrating time! 💙

I'm in almost exactly the same situation as you! Filed my SDI claim 5 weeks ago for pregnancy-related bed rest and it's been stuck on "pending processing" ever since. It's so stressful dealing with this when you're already worried about your health and preparing for a baby. I've been reading through all these comments and it's both comforting and infuriating to see how common this is. The lack of communication from EDD is the worst part - like, just give us SOME kind of update! I'm definitely going to try the early morning calling strategy that everyone's mentioning. Also thinking about having my doctor's office call directly since someone mentioned they have a special line. At this point I'm willing to try anything to get some movement on this claim. Thanks for posting this - it really helps knowing we're all going through the same nightmare together. Congrats on your baby! 🎉 Please keep us updated if you make any progress!

I'm dealing with the exact same issue! Filed my SDI claim about 3 weeks ago for a work-related injury and it's been stuck on "pending processing" this entire time. It's so frustrating because you're already stressed about not being able to work and then you have to worry about when you'll actually get the financial support you need. Reading through all these comments has been both helpful and disheartening - helpful because I'm learning about strategies I can try (definitely going to attempt that 8 AM calling routine!), but disheartening because it's clear this is a widespread problem with EDD's system rather than just isolated cases. I really appreciate everyone sharing their experiences and tips here. It's comforting to know we're not alone in this, even though it's awful that so many people are struggling with the same issues. The suggestion about having your doctor call their special line is brilliant - I'm going to ask about that at my next appointment. Congrats on your baby, OP! 🎉 I can't imagine dealing with this stress while caring for a newborn. Please keep us updated on any progress - we're all rooting for each other here and sharing what works seems to be our best bet for navigating this broken system. Hang in there! 💪

I'm so sorry you're going through this, especially with a newborn! I went through something similar earlier this year - filed my SDI claim for surgery recovery and waited almost 6 weeks before getting any movement. What finally worked for me was a combination of persistence and getting the right person on the phone. Here's what I'd recommend based on my experience: • Try the 8 AM calling strategy religiously - it really does work better than calling later • When you do get through, ask specifically if there are any "pending actions" on your account that require your attention • Request a "case escalation" if you've been waiting more than 4 weeks - this is a magic phrase that seems to get their attention • Keep a detailed log of every call attempt, any reference numbers they give you, and names of reps you speak with The most frustrating part is not knowing if it's just their normal slow pace or if there's actually something holding up your claim. Once I finally got through to someone, they were able to see that my claim had been flagged for some random review that nobody had bothered to tell me about. Hang in there - the back pay will come through once it's approved, so you won't lose any money, just your sanity waiting for it! 😅 Please update us when you make progress - we're all learning from each other's experiences here.

I'm in a very similar situation - filed my SDI claim 4 weeks ago for postpartum recovery and it's been stuck on "pending processing" the entire time. It's so incredibly stressful dealing with this while trying to recover and care for a new baby! Reading through all these comments has been really eye-opening - it's both reassuring and infuriating to see how many of us are dealing with identical issues. The lack of communication from EDD is just unacceptable, especially when we're already in vulnerable situations. I'm definitely going to try some of the strategies mentioned here, particularly the 8 AM calling routine and asking about "pending actions" on my account. The idea of having my doctor call their special line also sounds promising - might be worth asking about at my next postpartum checkup. Thanks for posting this OP and bringing us all together to share experiences! Sometimes knowing you're not alone makes all the difference. Congrats on your little one! 🍼 I'll definitely update everyone if I make any progress with these new strategies. We've got to stick together and keep sharing what works! 💪