EDD denied my PFL claim for 'full wage continuation' but I wasn't even working or getting paid! What do I do?

Ugh, that sucks! 😤 The EDD can be such a pain sometimes. Have you tried calling them to explain your situation? Maybe there was a mix-up with your dates or something.

I had a similar issue last year. Turns out my employer reported my wages incorrectly. Double-check with your HR department to make sure they didn't mess up the reporting.

Here's what you need to do: 1. Gather all your documentation: pay stubs, time off requests, any communication with your employer about your leave. 2. Write a clear, concise appeal letter explaining the error. 3. Include copies of all relevant documents with your appeal. 4. Send it via certified mail so you have proof of delivery. 5. Follow up with EDD by phone (good luck) or through your online account. 6. Be patient but persistent. It might take a few weeks to get resolved. If all else fails, contact your local state representative's office. They can sometimes help cut through the red tape.

The EDD system is broken af. I swear they just deny claims randomly hoping people won't appeal. 🤡

Hey, I found a way to actually get someone on the phone! I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/DOLxZQb92wM

Have you checked if your employer offers any kind of wage continuation program? Sometimes they have policies that affect PFL claims.

edd more like eDD-iot amirite? 🤣

Guys, I'm telling you, it's all about the Mercury retrograde. Wait until it's over and then try again. Trust me, it works!

I went through something similar last year! The "full wage continuation" denial is usually because EDD thinks your employer was still paying you during your leave time. Here's what helped me: 1. Get a letter from your employer's HR/payroll department stating you were on unpaid leave during those exact dates 2. Include your actual pay stubs showing $0 earnings for that period 3. If you have any emails or documents about requesting unpaid time off, include those too The appeal process took about 6 weeks for me, but I eventually got approved and received all the back pay. Don't give up - this is definitely fixable! Just make sure you have rock-solid documentation proving you weren't getting paid.