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SDI Pregnancy Claim Stuck Pending Since 8/1 - No Payments & Need Name Change. Help!

Hey everyone, I'm having some issues with my short-term disability claim for pregnancy. I submitted it on August 1st, but it's still showing as pending and I haven't received any payments. I also need to update my legal last name due to marriage and change the claim date. Has anyone else experienced delays like this? Any advice on how to get this sorted out quickly?

Tom Maxon

I found a way to solve disability claim delays and issues, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_XmGm8QwEv8

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Zoe Alexopoulos

Ugh, I feel your pain! I went through something similar last year. Have you tried calling them directly? It can be a nightmare to get through, but it's usually the fastest way to get answers.

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Andre Lefebvre

I've been trying to call, but the wait times are insane! 😫 Any tips on the best time to call?

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Zoe Alexopoulos

Early morning, right when they open, is usually your best bet. Set an alarm and be ready to dial the second they open!

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Jamal Anderson

Pro tip: use the bathroom BEFORE you call. Nothing worse than finally getting through and then having to pee! 🚽😅

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Mei Wong

I found a method to 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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QuantumQuasar

Sounds too good to be true. Does it really work? 🤔

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Mei Wong

It worked for me! Saved me hours of frustration. Worth every penny imo.

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Liam McGuire

20 bucks? That's highway robbery! 😤

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Mei Wong

I get it, but think about how much your time is worth. For me, not sitting on hold for hours was totally worth it.

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Amara Eze

Here's what you need to do: 1. Call first thing in the morning 2. Have all your info ready (claim number, SSN, etc) 3. Be polite but firm with the agent 4. Ask for a supervisor if you're not getting anywhere 5. Follow up with an email summarizing your call 6. Document EVERYTHING Stay persistent! The system is designed to wear you down, but don't give up!

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Andre Lefebvre

Thank you so much for this detailed advice! I'll definitely follow these steps. 🙏

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Giovanni Greco

This is solid gold advice right here 💯

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Fatima Al-Farsi

have u tried faxing them? I kno it sounds old school but sometimes it works faster than calling or emailing

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Dylan Wright

The whole system is broken. I've been dealing with this nonsense for months. Good luck, you're gonna need it! 🤡

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Sofia Torres

Preach! 🙌 It's like they're stuck in the stone age or something

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GalacticGuardian

Congrats on your marriage! Don't forget to update your name with Social Security first, if you haven't already. That can cause issues with other gov agencies if it doesn't match.

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Andre Lefebvre

Oh shoot, I didn't even think of that! Thanks for the heads up!

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Dmitry Smirnov

Anyone else notice how these issues always seem to pop up right when you need the money most? It's like they know... 👀

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Ava Rodriguez

Ikr? It's a conspiracy I tell ya! 🕵️‍♀️

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Miguel Diaz

Nah, it's just good ol' government inefficiency at its finest 🏆

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