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That's awesome to hear! Having the school help with the CTB application makes such a huge difference. I wish more training providers were that proactive about helping students navigate the EDD process. Your son is really lucky to have found a program that's both EDD-approved AND supportive with the paperwork. The trucking industry needs good drivers, and it sounds like he's setting himself up for success the right way. Keep us posted on how the training goes!
That's such great news! It's really reassuring to see a success story like this. The fact that the school is EDD-approved and actually helps students through the CTB process shows they really care about setting their students up for success. Your son is definitely on the right track by getting the paperwork done before starting. Best of luck to him with his CDL training - the trucking industry is booming right now, so he's making a smart career move! Thanks for keeping us updated, and feel free to share how everything goes once he gets started.
This is such a helpful thread! As someone who's been through the EDD system myself, I can't stress enough how important it is to get everything documented properly upfront. Your son is so smart to ask these questions before starting the program. One thing I'd add that I learned the hard way - when he does his bi-weekly certifications, make sure he's super specific about reporting the training stipend. Don't just put "yes" to working - actually enter the exact hours and dollar amount. EDD's system can flag inconsistencies if the reporting isn't precise. Also, even with CTB approval, keep copies of all his certification submissions. I had an issue months later where EDD questioned some of my earlier certifications, and having those records saved me from a major headache. Sounds like he's found a great school that actually knows how to work with EDD - that's honestly half the battle right there!
This is such valuable advice, especially about being specific with the certification details! I'll definitely make sure my son knows to enter the exact hours and amounts rather than just checking "yes." And keeping copies of everything is brilliant - I've heard so many horror stories about EDD losing documentation or questioning things months later. Really appreciate you sharing what you learned from experience. It's clear this community has been through it all and knows exactly what pitfalls to avoid!
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Have you tried reaching out to your local assemblymember or state senator? Sometimes their office can help push things through with EDD.
I hadn't thought of that. How do I find out who my representatives are?
Just google '[your city] state representatives' and you should find the info. Good luck!
@Dmitry Ivanov I went through this exact same issue a few weeks ago! The "Reopen Claim" option is really hard to find - it's usually buried in the UI Messages section or sometimes shows up under "Claim History" depending on your claim status. Also, make sure you're looking on the right date - sometimes there's a delay before the system allows you to reopen for a specific week. If you're still stuck after trying Connor's browser steps, the phone route really is your best bet. Hang in there! 💪
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Can I just say how bizarre it is that EDD runs both systems but makes them work completely differently? I went through the same confusion last year. UI is all online with bi-weekly certifications, but SDI still relies heavily on paper forms and doctor certifications. The whole system is archaic and needlessly complicated! My doctor actually filled out my SDI paperwork wrong TWICE and it delayed my claim by over a month. Make sure your doctor knows what they're doing when they fill out the forms.
I know, right?! It's so confusing. My doctor seemed pretty familiar with the forms, but I'm definitely calling their office tomorrow to make sure everything was submitted correctly. Can't afford any delays.
Just went through this exact transition last month! You're right to be confused - the systems are totally different. With SDI, once your claim is approved and your doctor's certification is processed, payments are automatic for the period they certified you for. No bi-weekly certifications like UI! The key thing is making sure your doctor fills out the forms correctly the first time. I'd recommend calling their office to confirm they submitted everything and ask if they're familiar with SDI paperwork. Some doctors mess up the dates or disability codes which can delay everything. Also, keep an eye on your mail for any requests for additional info. Unlike UI where everything happens online, SDI still uses a lot of paper correspondence. Good luck with your recovery!
This is super helpful, thank you! I'm definitely going to call my doctor's office tomorrow to double-check everything was submitted properly. The automatic payments once approved sounds like such a relief compared to the UI system. I'm just hoping my doctor filled everything out right the first time since you mentioned some doctors mess up the dates and codes. Did you have any issues with your transition from UI to SDI, or did it go smoothly once the paperwork was processed?
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To all those having trouble reaching a human at California Unemployment. I just ran across this video that gave me a shortcut to reach a human. Hope it helps! https://youtu.be/Ize0EkN4HDI
I'm so sorry you're dealing with this frustrating situation! verification issues seem to be a common problem with EDD. Since you mentioned they confirmed your 2021 but still need to 2020, have you tried asking them specifically what they need for the 2020 verification? Sometimes they require different documentation for different years. You might also want to keep detailed records of every call you make - date, time, representative name, and what they tell you. This can help if you need to escalate or if different reps give you conflicting information. Hang in there!
@Summer Green That s'really good advice about keeping detailed records! I m'dealing with a similar verification issue and never thought about documenting each call like that. It s'so frustrating when different reps tell you different things. @Yvett Morgan - have you tried asking them to escalate your case to a supervisor? Sometimes they can see things in the system that regular reps can t access.'Also, since your are set to expire in September, you might want to mention that urgency when you call. I ve heard'that sometimes helps move things along faster.
Zara Perez
Have you tried reaching out on social media? Sometimes tweeting at them or messaging on Facebook can get a response. Worth a shot!
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Daniel Rogers
•I second this! Got a response within a day when I tweeted at them. Way faster than phone or email.
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Angelica Smith
I'm in a similar situation - submitted my claim about 2.5 weeks ago and radio silence since then. It's so stressful not knowing what's happening! I've been checking the online portal daily but the status hasn't changed at all. Definitely going to try some of these suggestions, especially the early morning calling tip. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences - at least I know I'm not alone in this mess!
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Jade O'Malley
•@Angelica Smith I totally get how stressful this is! The uncertainty is the worst part. I m'dealing with something similar right now - it s'like they just disappear your application into a black hole. Have you tried that callback option that @Madison Allen mentioned? I m wondering'if that might be less frustrating than sitting on hold forever. We really shouldn t have'to jump through all these hoops just to get basic information about our own claims!
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