UPDATE: I finally got through to EDD this morning! Turns out there was an issue with my identity verification that was holding everything up, even though I verified my identity when I first applied for disability. The agent pushed my claim through manually and said I should receive payment within 24-48 hours for all the weeks I've been waiting. Such a relief! Thank you everyone for your advice and support during this stressful time.

So glad to see your update! This is exactly why I always recommend people call EDD if they're stuck - so many times there's just one little thing holding up the whole claim that they can fix in minutes. Identity verification issues are super common even when you think everything was already verified from your DI claim. Congrats on getting it sorted and enjoy those precious weeks with your little one! 💕

I'm in the same boat, waiting for my payment too. This thread is giving me anxiety lol. Fingers crossed we all get our money soon! 🤞

I went through this exact same situation last month! Here's what worked for me: First, log into your EDD account online and check if there are any pending issues or requests for additional documentation. Sometimes they flag claims for review and you won't know unless you check. Second, if everything looks good on your end, try calling first thing in the morning (8am sharp) - I actually got through after about 45 minutes. The rep was able to tell me my payment was just stuck in processing and she expedited it. Got my money 3 days later! Don't give up - you'll get through this! 💪

Based on your updates, it sounds like you're on the right track. To answer your question about cashing benefits: only use the money for the dates you were actually on leave. When you speak with EDD, ask them to issue an adjusted Notice of Computation that reflects your correct dates. They can recalculate your benefit amount based on your actual leave period. Regarding certification - yes, you should receive a continued claim certification form (DE2580) where you'll indicate which specific days you were on leave. This is where you'll officially tell them which days you're claiming benefits for, regardless of the broader approval period. Keep copies of everything and don't stress too much. These administrative mix-ups are common and fixable. Just be persistent and clear in your communication with EDD.

I went through something similar last year with my PFL claim! The date confusion happened to me too - I think it's because when you file online, there's a section where you can indicate you want the "maximum benefit period" and sometimes that gets selected automatically or by mistake during the application process. A few things that helped me: - When you call EDD, specifically ask them to pull up your original application and read back exactly what dates you requested. Sometimes there's a discrepancy between what you think you filed for and what's actually in their system. - The work history form is actually a good thing - it means they're processing your claim and just need to verify your wages. Fill it out completely and honestly. - Don't cash any payments for dates you weren't actually on leave, but also don't panic about the approval letter. That's just showing your maximum eligibility window. The whole system is definitely confusing, but you're not doing anything wrong by being a full-time employee who took leave - that's exactly what PFL is for! Just stay persistent with the phone calls and you'll get it sorted out.

OP, check ur spam folder. Sometimes important emails end up there. Happened to me and I almost missed a deadline 😱

I went through something similar last year - my claim was stuck for 3 months! What finally worked for me was submitting a complaint through the CA Labor Commissioner's office online. They have a specific form for wage claim issues that includes PFL delays. Within 2 weeks of filing that complaint, someone from EDD called me directly and my claim was processed within days. It's like they have a special queue for complaints that actually gets attention. Worth a shot if all else fails!

im in the same boat, expired everything lol. let me know if you figure it out OP!

I actually went through this exact same situation last month! Here's what worked for me: I used my Social Security card and birth certificate as primary documents, then added a utility bill and bank statement as supporting identity documents. The key is to call the technical support line (not the main EDD line) - they have a separate number for website issues. Also, try applying during off-peak hours like early morning or late evening when the system is less busy. The error might be due to high traffic rather than your documents. Good luck!