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Based on your additional information about the workers' comp situation, here's what I recommend: 1. File the new SDI claim immediately - don't wait. Your husband is eligible from the date the doctor certifies he's disabled again. 2. Make sure the doctor clearly documents this as a NEW injury event with a NEW diagnosis, even if it's the same body part. 3. On the application, there's no need to explain the complex situation with the previous workers' comp dispute - that will just confuse matters. 4. Be prepared that EDD may take longer than the standard 14 days to process this claim due to the unusual circumstances. 5. If your claim gets stuck in processing (which happens often with complicated cases), you'll need to be persistent about following up. The key is having the doctor be very explicit that this is a new disabling condition with a specific date of injury after returning to work. The medical documentation will make or break this claim.
Thank you so much for this detailed advice. We have an appointment with his orthopedist tomorrow to get all the paperwork started, and I'll make sure to emphasize how important it is to clearly document this as a completely new injury. Fingers crossed it all goes smoothly!
I'm so sorry you're dealing with this stressful situation! I went through something similar about 6 months ago with my wife. She had been on SDI for a knee injury, returned to work for about 2 weeks, then had a completely unrelated car accident that injured her back. Here's what I learned from our experience: definitely file a new claim as others have mentioned, but also be prepared for potential delays. EDD's system automatically flags cases where someone files multiple claims in a short timeframe, which can add 2-3 weeks to processing time. One thing that really helped us was having the doctor include a brief statement in the medical certification explicitly saying something like "This is a new injury unrelated to patient's previous disability claim." Our doctor initially just filled out the standard form, but when we asked him to add that clarification, it seemed to help the claim move through faster. Also, make sure you apply online if possible - it's generally faster than mailing paper forms. You can do it through EDD's SDI Online portal. Best of luck with everything!
This is incredibly helpful advice, thank you! I didn't realize EDD's system would automatically flag multiple claims like that - that explains why everyone is warning about longer processing times. I love the idea of asking the doctor to add that specific statement about it being unrelated to the previous claim. We're definitely going to request that when we see him tomorrow. Did you end up having to call EDD at all during your wife's claim process, or did it go through smoothly once you had the right documentation?
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I'm so glad I found this thread! I'm a new mom (baby born 3 weeks ago) and just starting my SDI claim process. Reading through everyone's experiences has been incredibly helpful - especially knowing that the timing can be unpredictable but the payments do come through eventually. @Taylor Chen, congratulations on your little one and thank you for sharing your journey! It's such a relief to see real experiences from other moms who've been through this. The tip about checking the SDI Online account for "Paid" status is something I'll definitely remember. This community is amazing for navigating all the EDD confusion!
Welcome to the community and congratulations on your new baby! As someone who's been lurking here for a while but just starting my own SDI journey (my baby is due next month), this thread has been incredibly informative. It's so reassuring to see experienced moms like @Taylor Chen sharing their real-world timelines and tips. The advice about checking the SDI Online account status seems like such a game-changer - I had no idea you could track it that way! Thanks to everyone who s'shared their experiences here. It makes navigating this whole process feel much less overwhelming when you know what to expect.
As a newcomer to this community, I just want to say how incredibly helpful this entire thread has been! I'm currently 36 weeks pregnant and planning to apply for SDI maternity leave soon, so reading through everyone's real experiences with payment timing has been invaluable. @Taylor Chen, congratulations on your baby and thank you for being so detailed about your timeline - it really helps set realistic expectations. The tip about checking the SDI Online account for "Paid" status is something I never would have known to do! It's also reassuring (though frustrating) to hear that delays are normal with EDD. I'll definitely be bookmarking this thread for when I'm in the same situation in a few weeks. This community seems like such a supportive place for navigating these government systems!
Welcome to the community and best of luck with your upcoming arrival! As another newcomer who's been following this thread closely, I completely agree about how valuable these real-world experiences are. I'm actually dealing with a different disability claim (non-pregnancy related) and even though the circumstances are different, the payment timing insights from @Taylor Chen and others have been so helpful for understanding what to expect from EDD s'processing. It s'comforting to know there s'a community here where people share honest experiences about the delays and unpredictability, rather than just the official timelines that don t'always match reality. Thanks to everyone for being so open about their journeys - it makes navigating this system feel much less isolating!
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I went through this same nightmare last year. Here's what finally worked for me: call the 1-800-480-3287 number at exactly 8:01 AM (not 8:00, they're swamped then). Press 1-2-1 quickly, then when you get to the "due to high call volume" message, DON'T hang up. Just wait it out - I know it's painful but I've gotten through after 2-3 hours of holding. Also, make sure you have your claim number, SSN, and all your paperwork ready because they'll want to verify everything immediately. The wait is brutal but you WILL eventually get through to someone who can actually help. Hang in there! 💪
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Has anyone had luck with the online portal? I've been trying to update my info there but keep getting error messages 😫
The online portal is a joke. Half the time it doesn't even load for me lol
Try clearing your browser cache or using a different browser. Worked for me!
Hey Sophia! I went through something similar last month. Here's what worked for me: call the 1-800-300-5616 number right at 8am when they open - set multiple alarms! Have your Social Security number, claim number, and any documents from the notice ready before you call. The wait can be 2-3 hours, so use speaker phone and do other stuff while waiting. When you finally get someone, be super nice and explain your situation clearly. They're more likely to help if you're patient with them. Also, if the first person can't help, politely ask to be transferred to a specialist. Don't give up! It's frustrating but you'll get through eventually. Keep us posted on how it goes! 💪
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Good luck with your interview on Tuesday! As someone who's been through this process, I wanted to add one more tip - if they ask about any inconsistencies, don't get defensive. Just calmly explain that you were following the information you had at the time and are happy to provide clarification. The fact that you have all your documentation organized and a clear timeline shows you're acting in good faith. Also, if the interviewer seems confused about anything, don't hesitate to ask them to clarify what specific information they need. Sometimes they're looking for a particular piece of info that isn't obvious. You've got this - the hardest part is usually just getting to the interview stage!
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Madison King
•Thank you so much for that advice! You're absolutely right about not getting defensive - I think that's something I need to remind myself of during the interview. I tend to get anxious and over-explain things when I feel like I'm being questioned, but staying calm and just answering what they ask for is probably the best approach. I really appreciate everyone's help in this thread - it's made me feel so much more prepared and confident going into Tuesday's interview!
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Miguel Alvarez
Just wanted to chime in as someone who recently went through an EDD interview for a similar SDI to UI transition issue! The key thing that helped me was being super organized with my timeline and having ALL the dates written down clearly. One thing I learned during my interview is that EDD often gets conflicting information from employers vs. what claimants report, and the interview is their way of sorting it out rather than automatically assuming fraud. In my case, my employer had reported different dates to EDD than what I initially put on my claim, but once I showed my documentation during the interview, everything got cleared up. The interviewer asked me to walk through my employment timeline step by step, so having that written timeline ready (like others suggested) will definitely help. They also asked specifically about any work I did while on disability - so be prepared to explain your part-time work situation clearly. You sound like you're being totally honest about everything, so try not to stress too much. The interview is actually a good opportunity to get everything straightened out with someone who has the authority to make corrections to your claim. Wishing you the best of luck on Tuesday!
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Klaus Schmidt
•This is really reassuring to hear from someone who just went through the same process! I'm definitely feeling more confident knowing that the interview is more about clarifying discrepancies rather than assuming fraud. I've got my timeline all written out with exact dates and all my documentation organized. It's good to know they'll likely ask me to walk through everything step by step - that actually sounds less intimidating than I was imagining. Thanks for sharing your experience and the encouragement!
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