SDI claim issues: How to add January wages & respond to employer info request on CASDI?

Ugh, the EDD system is such a mess! I had a similar issue last year. For the employer info, they're probably asking about your most recent employer. As for adding wages, you'll need to use the DE 4581 form. You can usually find it in the CASDI portal under 'Forms' or something like that. Good luck navigating that nightmare! 🙄

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

Pro tip: Always keep copies of EVERYTHING. I learned this the hard way. Take screenshots, save emails, write down who you talked to and when. The EDD is notorious for 'losing' info.

have you tried calling them??? sometimes its easier to just talk to a human being instead of messing with all these forms and online stuff

Here's what you need to do: 1. Log into your CASDI account 2. Go to 'Forms and Documents' 3. Look for DE 4581 (Wage Addition/Correction Form) 4. Download and fill it out carefully 5. Upload it back through the CASDI messenger For the employer info request, check your inbox in CASDI. There should be a message specifying which employer they're asking about. If not, assume it's your most recent one. If you're still unsure, try to get someone on the phone. Yes, it's a pain, but sometimes it's necessary. Be persistent! Also, DOCUMENT EVERYTHING. Save confirmation numbers, take screenshots, note down who you talked to and when. It'll save you headaches later. Hang in there! The system is frustrating, but you'll get through it. 💪

Anyone else feel like we need a complete overhaul of the entire unemployment/disability system? It's 2023 and we're still dealing with this archaic mess 🤦‍♂️

Hey OP, just a heads up - sometimes they ask for info from multiple employers, especially if you had more than one job in the past 18 months. Double check all your messages to be sure!

idk if this helps, but I had a similar issue and I ended up going to my local EDD office in person. The wait was long, but I got everything sorted in one go. Might be worth a shot if you're really stuck.