6 weeks no PFL pay, can't reach EDD rep. Maxed out CCs & borrowed for rent. Help!

I found a way to solve PFL payment delays, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nE3CKaPliWQ

Ugh, I'm in the same boat. It's been 8 weeks for me and still nothing. The system is so broken 😡

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/DOLxZQb92wM

Here's what worked for me: 1. Call right when they open at 8:00 AM 2. If you get the "too many callers" message, hang up and immediately redial 3. Keep doing this until you get in the queue 4. Once in the queue, DO NOT HANG UP 5. It took me about 2 hours of hold time, but I finally got through Hope this helps someone! Good luck!

Have you checked your online account? Sometimes there's info there about why your claim is delayed. Could be missing documents or something.

This is why we need universal basic income. The system is clearly not working for people when they need it most. 😤

Pro tip: if you can't get through on the main line, try calling some of the other EDD numbers. Sometimes you can get transferred to PFL from there. Here's a list of numbers I've used: 1. UI Claims Support: 1-800-300-5616 2. SDI: 1-800-480-3287 3. Employer Line: 1-888-745-3886 Good luck!

have you tried faxing your documents? sometimes that gets faster results than mailing or uploading online

I feel for you, OP. The stress of waiting for benefits is real. Make sure you're taking care of your mental health too. This stuff can really wear you down.

Anybody else notice that the EDD website is always "under maintenance" when you actually need to use it? 🙄

Hey OP, what was the reason for your PFL claim? I'm about to file one for bonding with my newborn and I'm scared after reading all these horror stories 😰