Can't upload birth certificate to PFL claim on EDD website - No option showing, new claim says 'no open claim'

I found a way to solve uploading birth certificate issue, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KKkPVICNH9k

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I've been in the same boat, my friend. Here's what worked for me: 1. Take screenshots of the error messages you're getting 2. Write down all the dates (when you first applied, when you tried to upload, etc.) 3. Keep trying to call EDD every day (I know, it sucks) 4. If you can't get through, try contacting your local assembly member's office. They can sometimes help push things through. 5. Check your spam folder for any EDD emails you might have missed Don't give up! The system is frustrating, but persistence pays off. Good luck!

Bruh, the EDD is a joke. I've been waiting 3 months for my claim to be processed. The whole system needs an overhaul.

Classic EDD... their system is always messed up. I'd suggest calling them directly, but good luck getting through. It's like trying to win the lottery 🙄

Pro tip: If you're having trouble uploading documents online, try using a different browser or even your phone. Sometimes the EDD site plays nice with certain setups and not others. Weird, but worth a shot!

Hang in there, OP! The EDD struggle is real, but you'll get through it. We're all in this together 💪

yall ever think about how much time we waste dealing with this bs? like, we could probably solve world hunger with all the collective hours spent on hold with EDD 🤔

Ugh, the EDD website is such a nightmare! I had a similar issue with uploading documents for my disability claim. Have you tried clearing your browser cache and cookies? Sometimes that helps with weird glitches on government sites.

Update: I finally got through to someone at EDD! Turns out there was a glitch in their system that was preventing the upload button from showing up. They're fixing it on their end and told me to try again in 24-48 hours. Fingers crossed it works!

Has anyone else noticed that the EDD website always seems to crash right when you need it most? It's like they know... 👀

Have you tried faxing the birth certificate? I know it sounds like we're back in 1995, but sometimes the old school methods work when the website is being a pain.

Have you tried mailing the documents directly to EDD? I know it sounds old-fashioned, but when I had upload issues with my PFL claim, I sent everything certified mail with return receipt. It took a bit longer to process, but at least I knew they received it. The address should be on your original claim paperwork. Also, make sure to include your claim number on every page of the documents you send!