Need help extending PFL from 2 weeks to 1 month - any advice?

I went through this last year. It's not too complicated, but there are a few steps: 1. Contact your HR department ASAP. They'll have the forms you need. 2. Get a doctor's note explaining why you need the extension. 3. Fill out the extension request form (your HR should provide this). 4. Submit everything at least a week before your current leave ends. 5. Follow up with HR if you don't hear back within 3 business days. Good luck! Let me know if you have any other questions.

ugh, good luck dealing with HR. I swear they make everything 10x more complicated than it needs to be 🙄

Have you checked your company's policy? Some places have different rules for extending leave. Mine required a whole new application process for anything beyond the initial period.

Just a heads up, I tried to do this last month and got denied. Apparently, our company has a cap on how long you can extend PFL. Make sure you check if there are any limitations before you get your hopes up.

Hey guys, I know this is frustrating but I found a way to actually get someone on the phone about this stuff. 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

idk if this helps, but when I extended my leave, I had to provide extra medical documentation. Make sure you have all your ducks in a row before you apply!

This whole system is so broken. Why do we have to jump through so many hoops just to take care of our families? 😤

Has anyone tried negotiating with their manager directly? I managed to get an unofficial extension by working out a part-time arrangement for a few weeks.

Whatever you do, DOCUMENT EVERYTHING. Every call, email, form you submit. Trust me, it'll save you headaches later if there are any disputes.

I'm going through the same thing right now! Just wanted to add that you should also check if your state has any additional protections beyond what your employer offers. California's PFL program through EDD sometimes has different rules than company policies. I called the EDD directly and they were actually pretty helpful in explaining what I was entitled to vs. what my HR department was telling me. Don't just rely on your company's interpretation - double check with the state agency too!