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How to get paid for PFL daddy bonding time? Need help navigating the process!
Hey everyone, I'm trying to figure out how to get paid for daddy bonding time. I had to miss work to spend time with my kid, and I'm wondering if there's a way to get compensated for that. Has anyone gone through this process before? What steps did you take? Any advice would be really appreciated!
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PFL application with EDD - No response or payment after a month. Help!
I applied for Paid Family Leave over a month ago and haven't heard anything back. No updates, no money, nothing. I'm getting worried because I need this money to support my family while I'm off work. Has anyone else experienced long delays with PFL? Any advice on how to get through to someone at EDD?
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Just a heads up, there was a news article last week saying EDD is experiencing major backlogs due to staff shortages. Might explain the delays everyone's experiencing.
Great, just what we needed 🙄 Any idea when they expect to catch up?
The article didn't say, unfortunately. But they're supposedly hiring more staff.
PFL claim stuck pending - no info on payment delays or eligibility. Help!
Hey everyone, I'm having some serious issues with my PFL claim. It's been pending for a while now and I'm not getting any information. I'm worried about both payment delays and eligibility questions. Has anyone else dealt with this? Any advice on how to get some answers?
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Has anyone had luck with the online chat feature on the PFL website? I've been thinking about trying that instead of calling.
I tried it last week. Waited 2 hours to connect, then got disconnected after 5 minutes. 0/10 would not recommend lol
Actually, I had a decent experience with it! Got through in about 45 mins and the rep was helpful. Maybe I just got lucky tho
Trouble with Spanish language call - any tips?
Hey everyone, I'm having trouble with a Spanish language call. Has anyone else experienced this? I'm trying to get through to someone but it's been a real hassle. Any tips or advice would be really appreciated!
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Here's what I've learned after dealing with this for months: 1. Persistence is key. Keep calling, even if it feels hopeless. 2. Try different times of day. Early morning and late afternoon seem to work best. 3. Be prepared with all your info before you call. Have your claim number, ID, and any relevant documents ready. 4. If you get a unhelpful agent, politely end the call and try again. Some are more knowledgeable than others. 5. Consider using a call-back service if you're really stuck. It costs money, but it might be worth it if you're desperate. 6. Check for any Spanish-language community organizations in your area. They might be able to help or provide resources. 7. Document everything. Write down who you talked to, when, and what they said. Hope this helps! Hang in there, OP. We're all in the same boat.
Wow, thank you so much for this detailed advice! I'll definitely try implementing these tips. Really appreciate you taking the time to write all this out.
This should be pinned or something. Super helpful info!
PFL claim date correction taking forever - need advice
Hey everyone, I'm having trouble with my PFL claim. It's been over a month and they're still processing it. I need to fix the claim date for my Paid Family Leave year. Has anyone else dealt with this? Any advice on what documents I should have ready when I call them?
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have u tried going to the office in person? sometimes face-to-face works better
Most offices are still closed or appointment-only bc of covid tho
oh dang, nvm then lol
Luca Greco
am i the only one who thinks its ridiculous we have to jump through all these hoops just to spend time with our kids? the system is so messed up 😤
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Nia Thompson
Preach! 🙌 We're so behind other countries when it comes to parental leave. It's embarrassing tbh
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Mateo Rodriguez
Totally agree. We need to vote for politicians who prioritize family-friendly policies. This isn't gonna change unless we make our voices heard!
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Aisha Hussain
Has anyone here successfully appealed a denied claim? I'm in the same boat as OP but got rejected and idk what to do next...
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