Just filed for PFL - What should I expect? Any recent experiences?
Hey everyone, I just filed for Paid Family Leave and I'm not sure what to expect. Has anyone gone through this process recently? How long did it take for your claim to be processed? Any tips or advice would be really appreciated!
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GamerGirl99
I filed for PFL about 3 months ago. It took around 2 weeks for them to process my claim. Make sure you have all your documentation in order - that really speeds things up!
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Hiroshi Nakamura
•2 weeks?! You're lucky. Mine took over a month to process. 😩 The system is so backed up rn
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Isabella Costa
•Same here, waited forever. felt like i was stuck in limbo 🙃
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GamerGirl99
•Wow, I guess I got lucky then! Maybe it depends on the time of year?
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Malik Jenkins
Just a heads up, be prepared for possible delays. The system can be pretty overwhelmed, especially with all the covid-related claims still in the mix. Patience is key!
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Freya Andersen
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
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Eduardo Silva
•Sounds too good to be true. Is this legit?
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Leila Haddad
•20 bucks? Idk man, seems kinda steep
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Freya Andersen
•I get the skepticism, but it seriously saved me hours of frustration. Worth every penny imo
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Emma Johnson
•How long did you have to wait for the callback?
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Freya Andersen
•It took about 2 hours, but I just went about my day and got the call when an agent was available. Way better than being stuck on hold!
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Ravi Patel
Here's what you need to know about PFL claims: • Processing time varies, but expect 2-4 weeks on average • Make sure ALL your paperwork is filled out correctly • Double-check that your employer submitted their portion • Keep copies of everything you submit • If you haven't heard back after 3 weeks, try to contact them • Be prepared to provide additional info if requested Hope this helps! Good luck with your claim!
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Amina Diallo
•This is super helpful, thank you so much! 🙏
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Astrid Bergström
•Great advice! Wish I had known all this when I filed my claim last year 😅
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PixelPrincess
ugh dont even get me started on PFL. its a nightmare. been waiting 6 weeks and still nothing. system is broken af 🤬
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Omar Farouk
•Have you tried calling them? Sometimes that can speed things up
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PixelPrincess
•lol good luck getting through. its impossible to reach a human
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Chloe Martin
Pro tip: If you're having trouble reaching someone, try calling right when they open in the morning. I got through after only a 20-minute wait!
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Diego Fernández
•What time do they open? Might try this tomorrow
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Chloe Martin
•I think it's 8am Pacific Time. Good luck!
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Anastasia Kuznetsov
Anyone else notice that the online portal is always "under maintenance" when you need it most? 🙄
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Sean Fitzgerald
•EVERY. SINGLE. TIME. 😤
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Zara Khan
•I swear they do it on purpose to discourage people from filing claims lol
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MoonlightSonata
Hey OP, what's your reason for filing PFL? I'm considering it for bonding time with my newborn, but I'm worried about the financial impact. Any thoughts?
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Amina Diallo
•I'm actually filing for the same reason! From what I've read, you get about 60-70% of your wages. It's not full pay, but it's better than nothing for sure.
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Mateo Gonzalez
•Congrats on the new baby! 🎉 The bonding time is priceless, even if the pay is reduced. Totally worth it imo
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