California Paid Family Leave

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lol welcome to the wonderful world of government websites 🤡 good luck my friend

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fr tho 😂 feels like we're still in 1995 sometimes

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Have you tried contacting your local assemblymember's office? They can sometimes help push things through or get you in touch with the right person at EDD.

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I hadn't thought of that! Great idea, I'll look into it. Thanks!

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Anyone else notice that the PFL website is always "under maintenance" when you actually need to use it? 🙃

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omg yes! its like they know exactly when im gonna log in and shut it down just to mess with me 😂

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Hang in there, OP! I know it feels overwhelming now, but you'll get through this. We're all rooting for you! ❤️

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Thank you so much! It really helps to know I'm not alone in this. Appreciate the support! 🙏

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Have you considered contacting your local state representative? They often have staff dedicated to helping constituents with these kinds of issues. Might be worth a shot if you keep hitting dead ends with PFL directly.

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I hadn't even thought of that! Great idea, I'll look into it if I can't get anywhere with PFL. Thanks!

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lol welcome to parenthood where even the support systems are a mess 🤡 but srsly, hope you get it sorted out soon!

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Anyone else feel like the whole system is designed to be as confusing as possible? 🤡 I swear they make it hard on purpose so people just give up.

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Preach! 🙌 It's like they're playing 4D chess and we're stuck with checkers lol

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Conspiracy theory: they hire ex-DMV employees to design their processes 😂

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Here's a comprehensive guide for verifying and potentially extending your PFL benefits: 1. Check your online account for any recent notices or updates 2. Gather all relevant medical documentation, including: - Doctor's certification of your condition - Any treatment plans or therapy schedules - Updated medical evaluations if your condition has changed 3. Review your original claim approval letter for your current end date 4. Prepare a written statement explaining why you need an extension (if applicable) 5. Call the PFL office (use the Claimyr tool if you're having trouble getting through) 6. During the call: - Have your claim number ready - Ask about your current status and remaining days - Inquire about the extension process and eligibility - Take detailed notes of the conversation 7. Follow up with any additional documentation they request 8. If denied, ask about the appeals process Remember, persistence is key. Don't be afraid to call multiple times if you're not getting clear answers. Good luck!

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Wow, thank you so much for this detailed guide! This is incredibly helpful. I'll definitely follow these steps.

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Saving this comment for future reference. You're a lifesaver! 🙏

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Ive been dealing with this for 3 months now. its a nightmare. i feel like im gonna lose my mind if i hear that hold music one more time

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3 months?! That's insane. I'm so sorry you're going through that.

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thanks. yeah its been rough. dont know how much longer i can keep this up

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Pro tip: if you have a friend who speaks another language, try calling the non-English line. Sometimes those have shorter wait times.

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Isn't that kinda unethical tho?

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desperate times call for desperate measures my friend

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