PFL Payment Delays - Any tips to speed up the process or get answers from EDD?

I found a way to solve PFL payment delays issue, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hd_8WEsgVsI

Ugh, I feel you. I've been waiting on my PFL payments for weeks now. It's so frustrating! Have you tried checking your claim status online? Sometimes that gives more info than the automated phone system.

I had the same issue last year. What worked for me was calling them every single day until I got through. It's a pain, but persistence pays off. Make sure you have all your claim details ready when you call.

Have you checked if there were any issues with your application? Sometimes tiny errors can cause major delays. Double-check all the info you submitted, especially dates and employer details.

I found a way to actually get someone on the phone. I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video explaining it: https://youtu.be/1X-mEsLtbmQ

Here's what I've learned from dealing with PFL payment delays: 1. Document everything. Keep a log of all your calls, emails, and online checks. 2. Be persistent. Call regularly, but be polite to the agents. 3. Check for any missing documents. Sometimes they need additional info but don't tell you. 4. Contact your local representative. They can sometimes expedite things. 5. Join Facebook groups for PFL claimants. They often have up-to-date info. 6. If you're in dire straits, look into emergency assistance programs in your area. Hang in there, OP. The system is frustrating, but you'll get through this!

lol welcome to the wonderful world of government efficiency 🤡 good luck getting your money before 2025

Has anyone tried contacting their state representative about this? I've heard they can sometimes help push things along.

guys i think we need to organize and do something about this. its not okay that were all struggling while they sit on our money. whos with me?

Have you tried reaching out on Twitter? Sometimes publicly calling them out gets faster results. Worth a shot! 🤷‍♂️

I'm dealing with the exact same thing right now - been waiting 5 weeks for my PFL payments and it's causing serious financial stress. What's really helped me so far is keeping a detailed spreadsheet of every interaction (calls, online checks, etc.) with dates and reference numbers. Also, if you haven't already, make sure to check if your employer submitted the necessary forms correctly - sometimes the delay is on their end, not EDD's. I found out my HR department had submitted incomplete paperwork which was holding everything up. One more tip: try calling right when they open at 8am. I've had better luck getting through earlier in the day. The afternoons are a nightmare. Stay strong, we'll get through this bureaucratic mess! 💪

Just wanted to share what finally worked for me after being stuck in PFL payment limbo for 6 weeks! I ended up doing a combination of things: 1. Called my state assembly member's office (found them through the CA gov website) - they have a constituent services team that handles EDD issues 2. Filed a complaint with the EDD ombudsman office online 3. Started calling EDD at exactly 8:01 AM every day using the trick of pressing 1-2-1 quickly when the menu starts Within 2 weeks of doing all three, I got a call back from an actual EDD specialist who found the issue (missing medical certification that nobody had told me about) and fast-tracked my payments. Got everything within 5 business days after that. The key seems to be creating multiple pressure points at once. Don't just rely on one approach. Also, document EVERYTHING with dates and names - it really helps when you finally get someone on the phone. Hope this helps someone else avoid the nightmare I went through! This system is broken but there are ways to work around it if you're persistent enough. 🙏