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I work as an employment counselor, and one thing many people don't realize is that SDI extension requests have very specific timing requirements. If you're within 7 days of your claim expiring, you actually qualify for expedited processing. When you do reach an agent (using any of the methods suggested here), be sure to specifically mention "I need expedited processing for my SDI extension as my claim expires in less than 7 days." This specific phrasing flags your account in their system. Also important to note: even if your payments temporarily stop while this gets sorted out, they will be backdated once the extension is approved, so you won't lose any benefits you're entitled to. It might cause short-term cash flow issues, but you will eventually receive all payments.
Thank you so much for this insider info! I had no idea about the expedited processing option. That makes me feel a bit better knowing payments would be backdated if there's a gap, although I'm still going to do everything possible to prevent that since my landlord isn't exactly flexible with late rent.
my frend said if u call and press 0 over and over it gets u 2 a person faster but idk if thats true lol
That actually doesn't work with the EDD system - pressing 0 repeatedly will usually just disconnect you. Their phone tree requires specific menu selections to route you properly. The method I shared above has been consistently more reliable.
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Wait I'm confused about something - are you appealing an overpayment determination or a disqualification? Because those are handled differently. If it's an overpayment determination and you missed the interview, that's one thing. But if it's a disqualification and you missed the eligibility interview, that's totally different and they might be more willing to reschedule. The EDD systems are SO CONFUSING and they do this on purpose!
It's definitely an overpayment determination. They're saying I wasn't eligible for some weeks I received payment for last year, so now they want all that money back plus the penalty. Sorry if I wasn't clear!
Ugh that's the harder one to fight but still worth trying with the Assemblymember! The whole system is rigged I swear.
I had a problem with my certification and couldn't get through to anyone at EDD for weeks. My son told me to contact my assemblyman and they fixed everything in like 4 days! I was shocked how fast it was. The nice lady from their office even called me personally to tell me it was resolved. I think her name was Jennifer. Wish I had known about this years ago.
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my cousin had this same problem he just went to the library and used the computer there to login and update his phone number then he could use any phone after that
That's a smart idea I didn't think of! The library has computers he could use. Thanks!
Just checking back - was your son able to update his phone number and complete his certification? If he's having trouble accessing his account to make the update, he should try these steps: 1. Use a computer at a library or friend's house 2. Select "Forgot Password" if needed 3. Verify identity using his email if he has that as a backup 4. Update phone number in Contact Information 5. Log out and then log back in using the updated phone number Remember that while phone devices can change freely, the actual contact phone number must be updated if he has two-factor authentication enabled and needs to receive verification codes.
Update: We got it working! He went to the library like someone suggested and was able to login using email verification instead of the phone. He updated his number to mine, then certified from my phone later. His payment is pending now. Thanks everyone for the help!!!
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ur actually super lucky!! most ppl have to fight with edd to get anything but ur boss did all the work 4 u! congrats on the higher benefit amount too!!
wait is this a thing employers can just do?? i got laid off 3 weeks ago and have been struggling with the application. why didnt my boss do this for me?? unfair!
It's optional for employers, not required. Usually only larger companies or businesses that have planned closures/layoffs do this as a courtesy to employees. Most small businesses don't know about this option or don't have the administrative capacity to handle it. Don't take it personally - just focus on getting your own claim processed correctly.
Mason Davis
My sister had a baby in December and had a similar issue with her Paid Family Leave (which is processed through the same SDI system). What fixed it for her was having her employer contact EDD directly to confirm her leave dates. Sometimes employers don't respond to EDD's verification requests which can hold up the whole process. Might be worth asking your HR department if they received any verification requests from EDD that they haven't responded to yet.
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Liam Brown
•That's a great idea I hadn't thought of. I'll talk to HR tomorrow and see if they've gotten any requests from EDD. My company is pretty large so it's possible something got lost in their system.
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Noah Lee
Update us if you get this resolved! I'm curious if any of these suggestions help speed things up. And if you do call using that service someone mentioned, let us know if that works. SDI delays seem to be getting worse every year.
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Liam Brown
•Will do! I'm going to try calling with Claimyr tomorrow and also check with my HR department. I'll update here once I know something. Thanks everyone for all the advice and support - feeling less alone in this frustrating situation!
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