This will help you avoid paying taxes and penalties on your SDI money. SDI does not pay you for the first seven days you are disabled. SDI will only supplement any sick pay you may be receiving but vacation and severance pay usually will not cause a reduction in your SDI check. The SDI application must be completed by both you and your healthcare provider. Your first SDI check should arrive within 10 to 14 days after SDI receives your application by mail.
Applications are also available from many healthcare providers.
FMLA requires your employer to hold your position or an equivalent position for up to 12 weeks. Your employer must also continue to provide your employee benefits including group health insurance coverage. If you plan to use the FMLA in conjunction with SDI, you may be required to notify your employer that you plan to take a leave as well as provide a doctor's letter stating your diagnosis and confirming your disability.