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PFL claim stuck in processing for 2+ months, EDD impossible to reach. Help!
Anyone else having issues with their PFL claim? I filed over 2 months ago and it's still under processing. I tried calling EDD but was on hold for over an hour before they closed. This is so frustrating!
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Stuck on hold trying to check claim status with EDD - any tips to get through?
Hey everyone, I'm trying to check the status of my claim and I've been on hold forever. Anyone else dealing with this? It's so frustrating not knowing what's going on with my case. Any tips on how to get through to someone?
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lol good luck. i gave up trying to check my status. figure they'll let me know if theres a problem 🤷♂️
That's a dangerous game youre playing. What if they need more info from you?
meh, not worth the stress. if they need me, they can find me
Has anyone else noticed that the online status doesn't always match what they tell you on the phone? I'm so confused about whats actually going on with my claim.
YES! I thought I was going crazy. The website said my claim was approved, but when I finally got through on the phone, they said it was still pending. Make it make sense! 🤯
How to claim PFL for daddy bonding days? Already missed work, unsure about filing process
Hey everyone, I'm planning to take some time off work for daddy bonding with my kid. I've already missed one day and I'm thinking about taking another. I want to make sure I get paid for these days, but I'm not really sure how to go about filing a claim. Has anyone gone through this process before? Any tips on what I should do or say when I call?
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Pro tip: if you can, try calling right when they open. I've had better luck getting through quickly that way.
This! ☝️ Also, avoid calling on Mondays if possible. Always seems to be the busiest day
PFL claim submitted in December, still no payment in March. Help!
Hey everyone, I'm at my wits end here. I submitted my PFL claim back in December and it's now March, but I still haven't received any payment. Has anyone else experienced such a long delay? Any advice on how to speed up the process or at least get some information about what's going on with my claim?
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PSA: There's a new online portal for checking claim status. It's not perfect, but it's better than nothing. Google 'EDD claim status portal' and you should find it.
Thanks for the tip! I'll check it out right away.
EDD PFL Address Verification Issue - Need Advice for Phone Call
Hey everyone, I'm having trouble with EDD paid family leave. They're saying there's an issue verifying my mailing address. Has anyone else dealt with this? What should I do when I finally get through to them on the phone?
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Hey, former EDD employee here. For address verification, they usually want to see two different official documents with your name and address. Utility bills, bank statements, or government mail (like voter registration) work best. Avoid using handwritten mail or personal letters. Hope this helps!
This is super helpful, thank you! Do you know if there's a specific department I should ask for when I call?
Glad to help! For paid family leave, you'll want to speak with the Disability Insurance Branch. When you get through, just say you need help with PFL address verification.
AstroAce
have u tried faxing ur docs? I heard that can be faster then mailing
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Sean Flanagan
AuthorI didn't even know faxing was still a thing lol. But I'll look into it, thanks!
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Yuki Kobayashi
This might sound crazy, but has anyone tried going to an EDD office in person? I'm thinking of driving to one tomorrow cuz I'm so fed up with the phone system.
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Carmen Vega
I tried that last month. Waited in line for 3 hours only to be told they couldn't help with PFL claims in person. Total waste of time 😤
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Yuki Kobayashi
Oof, thanks for the heads up. Guess I'll scratch that plan 😅
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