Quick question - does anyone know if theres a limit to how many times you can request a recomputation? im on my 4th time and getting worried theyll flag my account or something

Just a heads up, I saw on Twitter that EDD is experiencing some technical issues with their system right now. Might explain some of the delays people are experiencing.

Pro tip: if you can't get through on the phone, try reaching out on Twitter. Sometimes their social media team can help or at least escalate your case. Worth a shot! 🐦

I'm dealing with a similar situation right now! Been waiting 2 months for my PFL benefits and just found out about an offset from an old UI overpayment I didn't even know about. The frustrating part is they don't automatically notify you - I had to call and ask why my benefits weren't coming through. From what I've learned so far: - Request a detailed breakdown of the overpayment in writing - Ask about setting up a payment plan so they don't take 100% of your benefits - Check if the overpayment is even valid (sometimes there are errors) - Document everything! Has anyone had luck negotiating the offset amount so you can still get some benefits while paying back the overpayment? I really need these PFL payments and can't afford to have them completely withheld. 😰

lol good luck. youll need it dealing with these clowns 🤡

I went through this same situation last year. The key is to be persistent with calling - I recommend calling right when they open at 8 AM, that's when I had the most luck getting through. Also, be prepared to explain your reason for canceling clearly and concisely. They asked me several questions about why I needed to cancel and whether I was sure about my decision. The whole process took about 2 weeks from when I first called to when I received written confirmation. Don't give up!

I've seen a lot of conflicting info in this thread, so let me clarify: Yes, you definitely still qualify for maternity disability benefits even if you last worked in November. The base period calculation means you almost certainly have enough earnings history. BUT - and this is critical - EDD will only pay benefits from the date you FILE FORWARD, not retroactively from when you stopped working. So if you're 7 months pregnant, file immediately to at least get benefits for these last couple months of pregnancy. After you deliver, you'll be eligible for 8 weeks of baby bonding through PFL. Combined, you should be able to get financial support for the next 3-4 months if you apply right away. Don't wait - every day matters for your benefit amount!

Hey Laura! I just wanted to add that when you call your doctor, make sure they're familiar with the DE2501 form - some doctors haven't filled these out before and might need guidance. The form needs to be very specific about your diagnosis and functional limitations. Also, a heads up that EDD's online portal can be really glitchy, so if you have trouble submitting online, you can mail or fax the forms too. I learned this the hard way when my online submission kept timing out! One more thing - start gathering all your pay stubs from your last job now. EDD will want to verify your earnings history, and having everything organized will speed up the process. You've got this mama, and don't beat yourself up about not knowing earlier - the system is confusing and they don't exactly advertise these benefits well!

Regarding your question about minimum time chunks for PFL - the smallest increment you can claim is one day. So technically, yes, you could use one day per week for 40 weeks if you wanted to! However, be aware that each separate period of leave requires a new claim form, so doing it daily or weekly might create a lot of paperwork. Most people find it easier to take PFL in larger chunks (like weekly or monthly blocks). Also, your employer needs to approve intermittent bonding leave schedules, so make sure to discuss your plans with HR before finalizing anything.

Just wanted to add my experience from last year! I was in a similar situation and got really confused by all the different leave types. What helped me was creating a simple timeline on paper showing: 1) Pregnancy disability weeks, 2) PFL bonding weeks, 3) Any employer benefits, and 4) Unpaid CFRA time if needed. For the record, California PFL is definitely still 8 weeks for bonding - no recent increases. But like others mentioned, when you add up ALL your leave options (disability + bonding + employer benefits + unpaid protected time), it can total 12-20+ weeks depending on your situation. Pro tip: Submit your PFL application about 2 weeks before your disability ends to avoid any gaps in payments. The transition can be bumpy if you don't time it right!