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PFL claim pending for 6 weeks - need approval ASAP. Any tips?
My PFL claim has been pending for 6 weeks now and I'm getting really frustrated. I need this approved ASAP. Has anyone else experienced such long wait times? Any advice on how to speed up the process?
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PFL claim filed in September, still no update. Called EDD, no help. What to do?
Has anyone else been waiting forever for an update on their paid family leave claim? I filed back in September and still haven't heard anything. Called today to check on the status but it wasn't helpful at all. Starting to get really frustrated with this whole process. Any advice on how to actually get some answers?
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Here's what worked for me after months of waiting: 1. Document everything. Keep a log of all your calls, emails, and online account updates. 2. Be persistent. Call every week if you have to. 3. Use the magic words "financial hardship" when you talk to them. It can sometimes get your claim flagged for expedited processing. 4. If all else fails, contact your state representative or senator. They often have staff dedicated to helping with these issues. 5. Consider filing a formal complaint with the department if it's been an unreasonable amount of time. Hang in there, OP. The system sucks, but don't give up!
Wow, thank you so much for this detailed advice! I'll definitely try the "financial hardship" angle. Really appreciate you taking the time to write all this out.
This is gold 💯 Saving this for future reference!
EDD Paid Family Leave payment delayed 3+ weeks due to system glitch - only 'super users' can fix?
Has anyone else had issues with their paid family leave payment being delayed due to a system glitch? I was supposed to get paid 3 weeks ago, but there's apparently some error that only 'super users' can fix. Regular reps can't do anything, and when they try to process the payment, it just times out. I'm getting really frustrated and worried about bills piling up. Any advice on how to get this resolved faster?
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Has anyone tried contacting the media about these ongoing issues? Maybe if there was more public pressure, they'd finally fix their broken system.
Quick question - when you say 'super users', do you mean like IT people or just higher-level reps? Trying to figure out who exactly I should be asking for when I call.
From what I understand, they're specialized reps with more system access. But tbh, I'm not 100% sure. The regular reps just keep saying they don't have the 'tools' to fix it. 🤷♂️
Gotcha, thanks for clarifying. Guess I'll just keep asking to escalate until I hit the right person. This is such a headache 😩
EDD claim status check - no response for weeks. Any tips to get through?
Hey everyone, I'm trying to check the status of my benefit claim. I filed it a while ago and haven't heard anything back. Has anyone else been dealing with long wait times or silence from the unemployment office? Any tips on how to get through to someone or find out what's going on with my claim?
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am i the only 1 who thinks its crazy we gotta jump through all these hoops just to get our benefits? the whole system needs an overhaul smh
Preach! 🙌 It's like they make it difficult on purpose or something.
For real tho. We pay into this system our whole working lives and then when we need it, it's a nightmare to access. Something's gotta change.
Has anyone had any luck with the callback feature on their website? I requested one last week but still haven't heard anything back.
I tried it twice. First time they never called. Second time they called while I was in the shower and didn't leave a voicemail or number to call back. So frustrating! 😤
It worked for me, but I had to wait almost two weeks. When they finally called, the rep was super helpful tho. Hang in there!
Need help contacting PFL agent about upcoming leave - any tips?
Hey everyone, I'm having some issues with my upcoming paid family leave and I need to talk to someone about it. I've been trying to get through to an agent but no luck so far. Has anyone else dealt with this? Any tips on how to get in touch with someone who can help?
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anyone else notice how the wait times seem to get longer every year? its like they're purposely understaffed or something smh
Preach! 🙌 I swear they're trying to discourage us from using our benefits. Stay strong and keep fighting the good fight!
Pro tip: if u cant get thru on the main line, try calling one of the foreign language lines and ask to be transfered to an english speaking agent. sometimes works!
Isn't that kinda unethical tho? What if someone who actually needs that line can't get through bc we're clogging it up?
I mean, desperate times call for desperate measures. The whole system is broken anyway 🤷♂️
Emma Wilson
lol welcome to the wonderful world of government bureaucracy. grab a seat, you'll be here a while 😅
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Malik Davis
Have you tried faxing your documents? I know it sounds archaic, but sometimes that gets faster results than online submissions. Worth a shot!
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Isabella Santos
omg does anyone even have a fax machine anymore? 😂
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Malik Davis
There are online fax services! Welcome to 2023 where we use the internet to pretend it's 1993 lol
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