Got PFL automatic payment notice - what to do to avoid overpayment?

Okay, take a deep breath. Here's what you need to do: • First, read that notice carefully. Like, really carefully. Look for any specific instructions or deadlines. • Get all your claim info together. You'll need your PFL claim number and any recent letters you've gotten from them. • When you call, be ready to ask: - What exactly do I need to do about this notice? - Do I need to send in any paperwork? - How can I make sure I don't get overpaid? • Be super clear when you talk to them. Tell them right away you're calling about the automatic payment notice for PFL and you need help figuring out what to do next. • After the call, make sure you do whatever they tell you to do. Send in forms, verify stuff, whatever it is. Good luck! Let us know how it goes.

ugh, dealing with PFL is such a headache. i swear they make it confusing on purpose 🙄

I found a way to actually get someone on the phone without waiting forever. 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

Whatever you do, DOCUMENT EVERYTHING. Keep copies of all notices, write down who you talk to and when. Trust me, it'll save your butt if theres any issues later.

Has anyone else noticed that the PFL system seems even more messed up lately? I've been trying to sort out an issue for weeks now 😫

Pro tip: if you can, try to get everything in writing. Email is your friend here. That way you have a paper trail if things go sideways.

Anybody know if theres a way to check your PFL status online? Feels like that would make all of this so much easier

Don't panic! I went through the same thing last month. The automatic payment notice basically means they're going to start sending you payments based on your claim, but you definitely want to make sure everything is correct first. Here's what worked for me: • Call them ASAP (early morning works best, like 8am) • Have your claim number ready • Ask them to walk through exactly what the automatic payments will cover • Make sure your bank info is correct if you're doing direct deposit • Ask if there's anything you need to report or update The key is being proactive about it. I caught an error in my claim amount by calling right away, which saved me from having to pay back an overpayment later. Better to spend 30 minutes on the phone now than deal with a mess later! You got this! 💪