Can't reach California Paid Family Leave? Claimyr connects you to a live EDD agent in minutes.
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- Connect you to a human agent at the EDD
- Skip the long phone menu
- Call the correct department
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If I could give 10 stars I would
If I could give 10 stars I would If I could give 10 stars I would Such an amazing service so needed during the times when EDD almost never picks up Claimyr gets me on the phone with EDD every time without fail faster. A much needed service without Claimyr I would have never received the payment I needed to support me during my postpartum recovery. Thank you so much Claimyr!
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Really made a difference, save me time and energy from going to a local office for making the call.
Worth not wasting your time calling for hours.
Was a bit nervous or untrusting at first, but my calls went thru. First time the wait was a bit long but their customer chat line on their page was helpful and put me at ease that I would receive my call. Today my call dropped because of EDD and Claimyr heard my concern on the same chat and another call was made within the hour.
An incredibly helpful service
An incredibly helpful service! Got me connected to a CA EDD agent without major hassle (outside of EDD's agents dropping calls – which Claimyr has free protection for). If you need to file a new claim and can't do it online, pay the $ to Claimyr to get the process started. Absolutely worth it!
Consistent,frustration free, quality Service.
Used this service a couple times now. Before I'd call 200 times in less than a weak frustrated as can be. But using claimyr with a couple hours of waiting i was on the line with an representative or on hold. Dropped a couple times but each reconnected not long after and was mission accomplished, thanks to Claimyr.
IT WORKS!! Not a scam!
I tried for weeks to get thru to EDD PFL program with no luck. I gave this a try thinking it may be a scam. OMG! It worked and They got thru within an hour and my claim is going to finally get paid!! I upgraded to the $60 call. Best $60 spent!
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paper claims r the worst!! when i had my baby in 2025 i filed online and had my money in 10 days. tell him to try calling at exactly 8:01am thats when i always get thru
Thanks for the tip! He'll try calling right when they open tomorrow.
Just wanted to follow up - any updates on your husband's claim? Were you able to get through to EDD?
Yes! Finally got some answers. He tried that Claimyr service someone mentioned and got through to EDD yesterday. Turns out they needed his doctor to fill out an additional certification form that was never sent to us. They're mailing it now and said once they receive it back, they'll process everything for the full retroactive period. So frustrating but at least we know what's happening now!
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u know what makes me so MAD about all this? they make these benefits IMPOSSIBLE to understand. i had my baby in 2023 and i didnt even KNOW i could get PFL until my kid was 11 months old and it was too late!!! the whole system is designed to confuse people so we dont claim benefits we deserve. its all about saving the state $$$$
I feel this! When I had my first kid in 2022 I had no idea what I was eligible for. With my second baby I knew better and got all 8 weeks of baby bonding. Information should be given to every new parent automatically!
One additional point that might be helpful: When you end your UI claim to apply for PFL, make sure you specify the exact date. Your PFL claim should ideally start the very next day after your UI ends to avoid any gap in benefits. The EDD system will check this timeline carefully. Also, since you mentioned being fired shortly after disclosing your COVID diagnosis while pregnant, you might want to consult with an employment attorney about possible pregnancy discrimination. California has strong protections for pregnant workers, and the timing of your termination raises some red flags that might be worth exploring.
That's a really good point about making sure there's no gap between benefits. I'll definitely specify the exact date when I end my UI claim. Regarding the discrimination issue - I actually did speak with an attorney last year, but they said it would be hard to prove since my employer claimed it was a "performance-based" termination. Even though they never documented any performance issues before! But fighting it would have been so stressful during pregnancy, so I focused on getting benefits instead. Maybe I should reconsider pursuing it though...
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make sure u submit ur PFL claim ONLINE not by mail!!!! i sent mine by mail and it got lost and i had to reapply & lost 2 weeks of pay. the online system is way faster anyway. also the xmas break doesnt matter, my sister works for a school and she just transitioned to PFL when her doctor released her regardless of school schedule.
To summarize the correct process for everyone: 1. Apply for PFL online through SDI Online about 1-2 weeks before your disability ends 2. For baby bonding PFL, you need proof of relationship (birth certificate) but NOT a doctor's certification 3. If you have postpartum depression, speak with your doctor about potentially extending disability before transitioning to PFL 4. Your employer's schedule (school break) has no impact on EDD's processes or timelines 5. PFL and SDI are separate claims that require separate applications The timing around holidays can make the transition more confusing, but the process itself is the same. Don't wait until your disability ends to apply for PFL!
Thank you for this clear summary! I've made an appointment with my doctor and I'm going to start my PFL application today. Hoping the transition goes smoothly!
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my friend said sometimes if u check ur EDD card balance randomly money just shows up there even b4 the website updates to say approved lol maybe check that too
Paolo Rizzo
Regarding the EDD debit card - it doesn't always arrive automatically after a decision reversal. Since you mentioned you're seeing weeks show as paid online but haven't received your card: 1. The card is issued by Bank of America, not directly by EDD 2. If this is your first time receiving benefits, a new card should be automatically issued within 7-10 business days of your first payment posting 3. However, after appeals, sometimes this process needs manual intervention I would recommend calling Bank of America EDD Debit Card customer service directly at 1-866-692-9374 to check on status. You'll need your EDD Customer Account Number and personal information to verify your identity. If they don't show a card in process, then contact EDD to ensure they've properly processed your account for payment distribution. The retroactive payments won't do much good if you can't access them!
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Ava Johnson
•Thank you for this detailed info! I just called BofA and they confirmed my card was mailed yesterday! Should have it by next week. I'm so relieved this nightmare is finally ending.
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Yara Abboud
So happy for you!!! There's nothing better than that feeling when you finally WIN against a company that tried to screw you over during the most vulnerable time of your life. Enjoy your baby without all that stress hanging over you! 👶💕
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Connor Byrne
•Congrats!! And just so you know, you might want to consult with an employment attorney too. Being terminated during/right after protected leave could potentially be grounds for a wrongful termination suit. The fact that you won your EDD appeal strengthens your position. Just something to consider!
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