Name change on EDD account before starting maternity SDI - urgent help needed!

You need to use your LEGAL name on the SDI claim form (DE2501) - which should be your married name if you've officially changed it with Social Security. I went through something similar last year when I filed for pregnancy disability. You actually can't update your name directly through the online portal - you have to call EDD and verify your identity to get the name updated in their system. Make sure you have your marriage certificate handy when you call.

just file with married name and upload copy of marriage certificate with your claim!!! thats what i did last year and had no issues. dont stress about it so much, EDD deals with this all the time.

I called EDD last month to update my name after getting married (planning ahead for my maternity leave in June) and it literally took 3.5 HOURS of being on hold!!! Then they transferred me TWICE and I got disconnected. So frustrating. Had to call back the next day and wait another 2 hours. The system is completely broken. They said they needed to verify my info over the phone before they could update my name in the system. I don't recommend waiting until right before your leave starts because the name change process can take time to process in their system even after you reach someone.

Listen, there's actually a specific procedure for name changes with EDD. You need to submit form DE 1101 (Claimant Change of Name). You can download it from the EDD website, fill it out, and upload it along with a copy of your marriage certificate through your UI Online account. The name change typically takes 7-10 business days to process in their system. Regarding your address change - you CAN update that directly in your UI Online account under "Profile" then "Contact Information." Your address change should take effect immediately. As for your immediate SDI claim, I recommend: 1. File your claim using your CURRENT LEGAL NAME (married name) 2. In section 9 of the DE 2501 form (Additional Information), note that you've submitted a name change request and your EDD account was previously under your maiden name 3. Upload both your marriage certificate and the DE 1101 form as supporting documents This way, you're being fully transparent and providing all documentation they need to connect your previous account to your current claim.

My sister had this exact same problem when she had her baby! This was back in 2022 though so maybe things changed. They denied her first payment because the names didnt match and she had to appeal it which took like 3 extra weeks to sort out. Super stressful with a newborn! definitely try to get it fixed beforehand if you can.

I work with SDI claims frequently, and here's what you need to know about name changes and your immediate deadline: 1. For your SDI claim filing this Friday: Use your current legal married name that matches your Social Security records. This is critical because EDD verifies your identity through SSA. 2. For your existing EDD account: You'll need to update your name by submitting form DE 1101 as mentioned above. However, since you're filing for disability (not unemployment), you'll be using the SDI Online system rather than UI Online. 3. Important distinction: While your old UI account and SDI account are connected in the broader EDD system, they function somewhat independently. Your SDI claim creates a new claim record that's linked to your Social Security Number. 4. Recommended action: File your SDI claim using your current legal name. In the comments/additional information section, note that you previously had an EDD account under your maiden name. Then provide documentation (marriage certificate) to support the name change. 5. Address update: You should update this ASAP in your online profile before filing the claim to ensure any mailed documents go to the correct location. The key is ensuring your name on the SDI claim matches your current legal name on file with Social Security and your employer (who will need to verify your wages). Don't create a new account - this would cause more confusion since your SSN would then have multiple accounts.

Yes, absolutely contact your doctor's office ASAP to confirm they'll use your married name on their portion of the DE 2501. If your doctor submits with your maiden name and you submit with your married name, it could delay processing while EDD tries to match the two parts of your claim. Make sure all paperwork uses the same name!

Congratulations on your upcoming baby! I went through a similar name change situation with EDD about 6 months ago. One thing I'd add to all the great advice here - make sure you keep copies of EVERYTHING you submit (marriage certificate, DE 1101 form, etc.) because EDD sometimes loses documents in their system. I had to resubmit my marriage certificate twice! Also, if you run into any issues after filing, don't hesitate to contact your state assembly member's office - they have caseworkers who can help expedite EDD issues. My friend used this option when her payments were delayed and it got resolved much faster than going through regular EDD channels. Wishing you a smooth claim process and safe delivery!

I'm a mom who went through this exact situation 8 months ago! Here's what worked for me: I called EDD first thing Monday morning (they open at 8am) and got through in about 45 minutes. The rep was actually really helpful and updated my name in their system immediately while I was on the phone. She said as long as I had my marriage certificate ready to upload, there wouldn't be any issues with my SDI claim. The whole process took maybe 20 minutes once I got someone on the line. I'd recommend calling early in the morning on a weekday - seemed like wait times were shorter then. Also, have your SSN, old EDD customer account number (if you can find it), and marriage certificate ready before you call. Don't stress too much - they deal with this situation all the time! Good luck with your leave and congrats on your little one coming soon! 💕

Don't panic - you've got this! I just went through the exact same situation 3 months ago when I had my daughter. Here's what I wish someone had told me: the most important thing is that your SDI claim uses your current legal name (married name) that matches your Social Security records and current employer information. I made the mistake of overthinking it initially, but EDD actually has pretty good systems in place to handle name changes. When I filed my claim, I used my married name and just included a note in the additional information section explaining that my previous EDD account was under my maiden name. I uploaded my marriage certificate as supporting documentation, and everything went smoothly - no payment delays at all! One tip: if you're really worried about the timing, you could try calling EDD tomorrow (Thursday) morning right at 8am to see if they can quickly update your name in their system before you file Friday. But honestly, even if you can't get through, filing with your correct legal name and providing the marriage certificate should be sufficient. The fact that you've already updated your address in the system shows you're on top of things. Try not to stress too much - you're going to be a great mom, and this administrative stuff will all work out! Focus on resting up before your little one arrives. 💕

I went through this exact same situation last year! Here's what I learned: definitely use your married name on the SDI claim since that's your current legal name. The key thing is making sure everything is consistent - your name with Social Security, your employer, and your SDI claim all need to match. I was in a similar panic mode, but it turned out EDD handles name changes pretty routinely. What helped me was calling EDD early in the morning (like 8:05am sharp) and explaining the situation. They were able to note in my account that I had a previous maiden name, which prevented any confusion later. Also, make sure your doctor's office has your correct married name on file for their portion of the disability form - that was something I almost missed! The whole process ended up being much smoother than I expected. Don't let the stress get to you during these final weeks - you've got enough to worry about with preparing for baby! Everything will work out fine. 🤗

Hey there! I'm a new mom and went through this exact same situation just 4 months ago - name change panic right before maternity leave! Here's what I learned: definitely file your SDI claim using your married name (your current legal name) since that's what matches your Social Security and employment records. I was so worried about the mismatch with my old EDD account, but it turned out to be much simpler than I thought. I filed using my married name, uploaded my marriage certificate, and added a note explaining that my previous EDD account was under my maiden name. No delays, no issues at all! One thing that really helped me was calling EDD right at 8am on a weekday morning - I got through in about 30 minutes vs the horror stories of 3+ hour waits. They updated my name in their system on the spot while I was on the phone. Don't stress yourself out too much during these final weeks - you're already being super proactive by getting this sorted now! Focus on resting up for your little one. The EDD stuff will work out just fine. Congratulations on your upcoming arrival! 💕

I'm currently going through a name change with EDD myself and wanted to share what I've learned! The most important thing is to be consistent with your current legal name across all documents. Since you've already updated Social Security and your employer has your married name, definitely use that on your SDI claim. Here's what worked for me: I called EDD at exactly 8:00 AM on a Tuesday morning and got through in about 25 minutes (way better than the horror stories!). The representative was actually really helpful and updated my name in their system immediately. She told me that as long as I filed my claim with my current legal name and provided supporting documentation, there wouldn't be any issues. For the DE 2501 form, use your married name and in the additional information section, just mention that your previous EDD account was under your maiden name. Upload your marriage certificate as supporting documentation. The rep I spoke with said they see this situation frequently and have processes in place to handle it smoothly. Don't stress too much about creating timing issues - you're being super proactive by addressing this now! The fact that you've already updated your address and contacted your doctor's office shows you're on top of things. Focus on getting ready for your little one instead of worrying about the paperwork. You've got this! 💕

I'm going through pregnancy disability leave planning right now too and wanted to add something I learned from my HR department that might help! When you update your name with EDD, make sure you also notify your employer's payroll/HR team about the potential name discrepancy. My HR rep told me that sometimes there can be delays in wage verification if the names don't match exactly between EDD's records and what the employer has on file. Since you mentioned your work already has your married name, you should be good, but it's worth double-checking that they'll report your wages under your married name when EDD requests verification. Also, if you have direct deposit set up from your old unemployment claim, make sure that bank account is still active and under the right name! I almost forgot about that detail. Wishing you the best with your claim and congratulations on your upcoming little one! 🍼