PFL benefits are reportable for federal purposes but not for California state tax purposes. No, Arizona doesn't have a state disability program.You can apply for State Disability Insurance at the Employment Development Department of California. To file a claim, visit edd.ca.gov. Obtaining medical certification from a healthcare provider confirming your disability. To get SDI benefits when you are unable to work because of a non-work-related injury or illness, you can apply: Online at SDI Online. Filing an initial disability claim is a two-step process: Step 1: Complete the one-time online registration. Step 2: File an online disability insurance (DI). Social Security offers an online disability application you can complete at your convenience. It's not difficult to file an SDI claim in California.
