EDD PFL Application: No Response After 3 Weeks - Normal Wait Time?

Seriously? 2 months? That's insane. How did you manage during that time?

it sucked man. had to borrow money from fam and max out my credit cards. dont recommend it

I had a similar situation and ended up getting a small loan just to get by. It's so tough for those waiting on these claims.

That's a good idea. I haven't checked, but will do that now. Thanks!

I heard from a friend that their application was processed after three months, but it was during the holiday season. Hopefully, yours won't take that long!

Thanks for the encouragement! I'm trying to stay positive.

So true! Before you know it, they’ll be running around causing chaos everywhere 😊

Omg yes! I keep expecting to hear dial-up noises when I use it 😂

For real tho. You'd think with all the taxes we pay, they could at least hire a decent web designer 🙄

It's like they don't want people to use it. I'd rather fill out a paper form at this point!

Preach! 🙌 It's like they forget we have bills to pay and mouths to feed. The whole system needs an overhaul.

I know right?? It's almost like they're trying to discourage people from applying. So frustrating!

I feel like there's no accountability. If we were this slow at our jobs, we'd be out of work!

LOL! That would explain so much. Maybe we should start sending them leaves instead of documents? 😂

Nah, sloths would be faster. I think it's a team of snails. 🐌

Maybe it’s a hybrid of sloths and snails. Imagine the efficiency! 😂

Wow, thank you so much for this detailed response! This is really helpful. I'll definitely check my online account and try calling if I don't see any updates there.

This is great advice! One thing to add: document EVERYTHING. Every call, every letter, every email. It might come in handy later if there are any issues.

Adding to this, if you do call, try to write down the names of any representatives you speak with and what they tell you. It can be useful if there are discrepancies later.

I tried that last month. Waited in line for 3 hours only to be told they couldn't help me and I needed to call the main number. Total waste of time.

It worked for me! But I think it depends on your local office and what kind of issue you have. YMMV.

I went to the office once and they were able to give me a form that I didn’t know I needed, so it wasn’t a total loss for me.

Sounds too good to be true. Has anyone else tried this?

$20 just to talk to someone? That's highway robbery! 😤

I get the skepticism, but it honestly saved me days of frustration. Worth every penny IMO.

How does it work exactly? Do they give you a specific time when you'll get the call?

I've used Claimyr. They don't give a specific time, but you can keep your phone nearby, and they'll send the call right to you when someone answers.

I haven't tried calling yet. I've heard horror stories about being on hold forever. Is it even worth it?

Calling is def worth it if u can get thru. I was in the same boat, called after 4 weeks of silence and found out they needed additional docs from me. Without that call, I'd still be waiting!

Pro tip: call right when they open. You might have to try a few days in a row, but it's your best shot at getting through without a 3-hour hold time.

I once called and had luck getting through during lunchtime. It might work because fewer people try calling then.