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I'm also dealing with this same frustrating situation! My PFL was approved 6 days ago and still no payment. Reading through everyone's experiences has been such a relief - I was starting to think I messed something up on my application, but clearly these delays are just how the system works right now unfortunately. The obsessive bank account checking is so real! 😅 I've been refreshing my app probably 15+ times a day hoping to see that deposit appear. It's become such a nervous habit at this point. The 7-14 business day timeline that Yara mentioned is helpful to know, even though it feels like forever when you're depending on that money for rent and utilities. At least now I have realistic expectations instead of just panicking that something went wrong. I'm definitely going to try calling early tomorrow morning like Caesar suggested - seems like that's our best shot at getting through to an actual person. Also planning to double-check my banking info online tonight just to rule out any issues on my end. Thanks to everyone for sharing their experiences and timelines! It's so comforting to know we're all going through this stressful wait together. This thread has been a lifesaver for my anxiety about this whole situation. Fingers crossed we all see our payments soon! 🤞
I'm in the exact same boat! My PFL was approved 7 days ago and I'm still waiting for the payment to show up. The obsessive bank account checking is definitely a shared experience here - I've been doing it constantly too! 😅 It's actually kind of comforting to know so many of us are going through this same stressful waiting period. I was getting really worried that something was wrong with my specific case, but reading everyone's timelines has helped me realize this is just the unfortunate reality of how slow the system is right now. The 7-14 day processing window that Yara mentioned is good to know, even though it feels like an eternity when you're counting on that money. I'm going to try the early morning calling strategy tomorrow too - hopefully some of us can get through and get updates on our claims. Thanks Alice for sharing your experience! This thread has been so helpful for managing the anxiety around this whole situation 🤞
I'm going through the exact same thing! My PFL was approved 5 days ago and I'm still waiting for the payment to hit my account. Reading through everyone's experiences here has been incredibly reassuring - I was starting to panic that I had made some error or that there was a problem with my claim specifically, but it's clear that these delays are just the unfortunate reality of how backed up the system is right now. I've definitely joined the obsessive bank account checking club! 😅 I'm probably refreshing my banking app every 30 minutes hoping to see that magical deposit appear. It's honestly becoming such a compulsive habit at this point. The 7-14 business day timeline that Yara shared after getting through to someone is really helpful to know, even though it feels like forever when you're depending on that money for bills and groceries. At least now I have realistic expectations instead of just wondering what's going wrong. I'm going to try the early morning calling strategy that Caesar mentioned tomorrow - sounds like that's our best chance of actually reaching a human being. Also planning to double-check all my banking information online tonight just to make sure there's nothing on my end causing any delays. Thanks to everyone for sharing your timelines and experiences! It's so comforting to know we're all dealing with this nerve-wracking wait together. This community support has been a total lifesaver for managing the anxiety around this whole situation. Hoping we all see our payments come through soon! 🤞
I'm in the exact same situation! My PFL was approved 4 days ago and I'm still anxiously waiting too. The obsessive bank account checking is SO relatable - I've been doing it constantly and it's driving me absolutely crazy! 😅 I probably check my account like 20 times a day at this point, hoping each time that the deposit will magically be there. This thread has been such a lifesaver because I was convinced I must have messed something up on my application. It's both frustrating and oddly comforting to know that these delays are just how slow the system is right now. The 7-14 day timeline is good to know even though it feels like an eternity when you need the money for rent! I'm definitely going to try calling early tomorrow morning too. Thanks Isabella for sharing - it really helps to know we're all going through this stressful waiting game together! 🤞
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I'm dealing with the exact same frustrating situation! Filed my FMLA request in mid-January for my sister's cancer treatment support and I'm still stuck in "under review" limbo. What's driving me crazy is that her oncology team keeps asking about my availability for upcoming appointments and I literally can't give them any concrete answers. I'm completely new to navigating FMLA and honestly had no clue the system could be this broken when people are dealing with urgent family medical situations. Reading through everyone's experiences here has been both reassuring (I'm definitely not alone in this mess!) and honestly pretty terrifying seeing people wait months. The lack of transparency is the worst part - that generic "under review" status tells you absolutely nothing when you're trying to coordinate critical medical care. I'm going to try the early morning calling strategy that several people mentioned and definitely start keeping a detailed log of everything. It's insane that we have to become amateur case managers just to access what should be a straightforward worker protection during family health crises. Thanks to everyone for sharing their stories and tips - this community has been a lifeline for keeping me sane during this bureaucratic nightmare! Really hoping we all get answers soon! 🙏
I'm so sorry you're going through this while trying to support your sister during cancer treatment - that's such an emotionally and logistically challenging situation even without bureaucratic delays thrown in! As someone completely new to this community and the FMLA process, I had no idea how common these extensive delays were until I started reading everyone's stories here. The oncology coordination aspect you mentioned really highlights how broken this system is - cancer treatment schedules are so time-sensitive and you can't just tell medical teams "maybe I'll be available depending on when the government processes my paperwork." I'm taking notes on all the strategies people have shared, especially the early morning calling and documentation tracking. It's both comforting and concerning to see how many of us are stuck in this same limbo. Really hoping your sister's treatment goes well and that you get your approval soon so you can focus on what matters most - being there for her! 💙
I'm in the exact same situation! Filed my FMLA paperwork in early February and it's been weeks of absolute silence from them. What's really frustrating me is trying to coordinate with my dad's physical therapy team after his knee replacement - they need to know my schedule to book his sessions, but I can't commit to anything without knowing if my leave will be approved. I'm completely new to this whole FMLA process and honestly thought it would be way more efficient than this. Reading everyone's experiences here has been both comforting (knowing I'm not the only one stuck in this mess) and really eye-opening about how broken the system is. The "under review" status in the online portal is basically meaningless when you're dealing with time-sensitive medical recovery schedules. I'm definitely going to try the 8 AM calling strategy that @Sean O'Donnell mentioned and start keeping detailed records like others have suggested. It's crazy that we have to become our own advocates and case managers just to access what should be a basic worker right during family medical emergencies. Thanks to everyone for sharing their stories and tips - this community support has been invaluable for keeping me sane during this bureaucratic nightmare! 🤞
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This is such a helpful thread! I'm dealing with a similar situation but with overlapping dates between my two jobs. I work part-time at a daycare and full-time at a law firm, and I was planning to take PFL from both employers starting the same week in December. Based on what I'm reading here, it sounds like I need to stagger the dates so there's no overlap? My daycare job pays less but I've been there longer, so I'm wondering if I should start with that claim first and then transition to the law firm claim, or if it matters which order I file them in. Has anyone dealt with overlapping employer situations specifically?
Yes, you absolutely cannot have overlapping dates between the two employers - that would be considered fraudulent double-dipping! You need to stagger them completely. From what I've learned reading this thread, I'd suggest starting with whichever employer gives you higher benefits (probably the law firm since it's full-time), then transition to the second employer claim after the first one ends. That way you get maximum financial benefit early on when expenses are highest with a new baby. Just make sure there's no gap between the end date of one claim and start date of the next, and file the second claim at least 10 days before you want it to begin. The order doesn't really matter legally, but financially it makes sense to front-load the higher-paying claim.
@Giovanni Moretti Just be really careful about the timing! I had a friend who tried to do overlapping claims thinking she could split weeks between employers and EDD flagged her account for investigation. It took months to resolve and they made her pay back benefits. The safest approach is definitely to do them consecutively with no overlap whatsoever. Also consider that your law firm probably has better HR support to help you navigate the paperwork correctly compared to a daycare, so starting with that claim might be smoother overall.
I went through this exact scenario last year with my nursing job and weekend catering gig! The key thing that helped me was creating a timeline document before filing anything. I listed out exactly which dates I wanted benefits from each employer, made sure there were zero overlapping days, and then submitted both claims about 2 weeks apart (not at the same time). One thing I learned the hard way - when you're working two jobs and taking PFL, your employers might have questions about why you're taking leave at different times. I had to explain to both HR departments that I was staggering the claims to maximize my benefits while staying compliant with EDD rules. Most employers are understanding once you explain it properly. Also, keep detailed records of which employer you're claiming benefits from on which specific dates. I made a simple spreadsheet that I could reference if EDD ever had questions. It saved me so much stress knowing I had everything documented clearly!
This is such great advice about creating a timeline document! I'm definitely going to do that before filing my second claim. The spreadsheet idea is brilliant too - I can already see how that would help keep everything organized and give me peace of mind. Did you find that your employers were cooperative when you explained the staggered timing? I'm a bit nervous about telling my full-time job that I want to adjust my leave dates from what I originally discussed with them.
@Gabrielle Dubois This timeline approach sounds perfect! I m'definitely going to create that spreadsheet before submitting my second claim. Quick question - when you submitted your claims 2 weeks apart, did you wait for the first one to be approved before filing the second, or did you file the second one while the first was still processing? I m'worried about timing this correctly so I don t'end up with any gaps in benefits.
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I just went through this exact same situation about a month ago! Got the letter and immediately started panicking, but it turned out to be totally routine. They just needed me to confirm some details about my employer and verify that my medical certification was still valid. The rep I spoke with was actually really helpful and explained that these letters are pretty standard - they send them out when they need to double-check info before processing payments. My advice: call right at 8am when they open (I got through in about 20 minutes that way), have your claim number and all your original documents ready, and don't stress too much about it. Most of the time it's just them being thorough, not because there's a problem with your claim. My payments resumed within a few days after the call. Let us know how it goes! 🤞
Thanks for sharing this @Rajiv Kumar! It's so helpful to hear from people who've actually been through this process recently. I'm dealing with a similar letter right now and was getting pretty worried about what it could mean. Your experience sounds very similar to what others have described - just routine verification stuff rather than anything major. I'm definitely going to try the 8am strategy when I call tomorrow. Did they ask you any questions that weren't directly related to what you'd already submitted in your application, or was it pretty much just confirming the info you'd already provided? Really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience! 🙏
I'm going through the exact same thing right now! Just got my letter yesterday and have been stressing about it all day. Reading through everyone's experiences here is such a relief though - sounds like it's almost always just routine verification rather than anything to panic about. I've been putting together all my documents (claim number, employer info, medical cert, etc.) so I'm ready when I call tomorrow morning. The 8am strategy seems to be the consensus here, so I'm setting my alarm early! 😅 It's crazy how much anxiety these letters cause when they're apparently just standard procedure. Thanks to everyone who's shared their experiences - this community is amazing for helping ease the nerves. I'll update you all on how my call goes. Fingers crossed it's as straightforward as everyone else's! 🤞
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I'm so sorry to hear about your mother's diagnosis. This is such a difficult time for your family. Just wanted to add one more thing that might help - since you mentioned your mom has 4-6 months and you're planning to use leave intermittently, you might want to also look into whether your company offers any additional bereavement leave policies. Some employers provide separate bereavement time that wouldn't count against your FMLA/CFRA allotment. Also, if your mom becomes eligible for hospice care, many hospice organizations have family support services and resources that can help you navigate this journey. You're doing everything right by getting the paperwork sorted out early. Take care of yourself too during this process.
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Paolo Esposito
•That's really thoughtful advice about bereavement leave - I hadn't even thought about that. I'll definitely ask HR if we have any separate bereavement policies that wouldn't count against my FMLA time. The hospice resources suggestion is also really helpful. I know it's still early, but having that information ahead of time will probably make things easier when we get to that point. Thank you for thinking of all these details during such an overwhelming situation.
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I'm really sorry about your mother's diagnosis. Going through this myself right now with my father-in-law who has pancreatic cancer. One thing I wish someone had told me earlier - when you file for PFL, make sure your mom's doctor is very specific on the DE2501F form about her need for care. Don't let them just write something vague like "patient has cancer." EDD wants to see details about why she specifically needs assistance with daily activities, transportation to treatments, etc. My first claim got delayed because the doctor's form was too general. Also, if your mom qualifies for Medicare or has other insurance changes during treatment, that might affect some of the medical documentation timing. Just a heads up to stay on top of all the moving pieces. You're being really smart to plan this out in advance.
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•Thank you so much for that specific advice about the DE2501F form - that's exactly the kind of detail I need to know. I'll make sure to talk with my mom's oncologist about being very specific about her care needs rather than just stating the diagnosis. It's helpful to hear from someone going through something similar, even though I'm sorry you're dealing with this too. I hadn't thought about potential insurance changes affecting the documentation either, so I'll keep an eye on that. It sounds like the devil is really in the details with these applications. I hope things are going as well as possible with your father-in-law's treatment.
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