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PFL Application Frustration - No Response Yet. What to Expect?

Hey everyone, I'm trying to figure out this paid family leave situation. Has anyone gone through the process recently? I'm feeling pretty frustrated and could use some advice or insights. What should I expect?

Angelina Farar

Ugh, paid family leave can be such a headache! 🤦‍♀️ I went through it last year and it was a total nightmare. Have you received any notices or letters about your application yet?

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Jessica Nolan

Not yet, that's what's so frustrating! I submitted everything and now it's just radio silence. How long did it take for you to hear back?

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Angelina Farar

It took about 3 weeks for me to get the first letter. But then there were issues with my paperwork and it dragged on for another month. Hang in there!

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Sebastián Stevens

3 weeks? You got lucky! I waited 2 months before I heard anything. The system is so backed up rn

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Bethany Groves

I feel ya, OP. The whole process is a mess. Have you tried calling their helpline? Sometimes you can get more info that way.

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KingKongZilla

Pro tip: document EVERYTHING. Keep copies of all your paperwork, note down every call you make, and follow up regularly. It's a pain, but it'll save you headaches later if there are any issues.

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Rebecca Johnston

This 👆 Seriously, I cant stress enough how important good record keeping is. saved my butt when they tried to deny my claim!

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Nathan Dell

Hey, I actually found a method to 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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Maya Jackson

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

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Nathan Dell

Yeah, it's totally legit. I was skeptical at first too, but it saved me hours of hold time. Worth every penny imo

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Tristan Carpenter

20 bucks? thats highway robbery! the system is so broken that we gotta pay just to talk to someone smh

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Nathan Dell

I get it, but think about how much your time is worth. For me, not sitting on hold for 3 hours was definitely worth $20.

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Amaya Watson

Listen up, folks. I've been through this rodeo before, and here's what you need to know about paid family leave: • First, make sure you've got all your ducks in a row. Double-check that you've filled out every form correctly. One tiny mistake can set you back weeks. • Be prepared for a waiting game. The processing times can vary wildly depending on their current backlog. Don't be surprised if it takes 4-6 weeks to hear anything. • If you haven't heard back after a month, start making calls. Be polite but persistent. Sometimes your application can get lost in the shuffle. • Keep detailed records of everything. Every call, every letter, every form you submit. Trust me, this can save your bacon if there's a dispute. • If you're really struggling to get through, consider using one of those paid services that wait on hold for you. Yeah, it sucks to pay, but sometimes it's worth it to actually talk to a human. • Remember, the people on the other end of the phone are just doing their jobs. Being nice to them can go a long way. • Finally, know your rights. Familiarize yourself with the paid family leave laws in your state. Sometimes you gotta advocate for yourself. Hang in there, OP. It's a frustrating process, but you'll get through it!

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Jessica Nolan

Wow, thank you so much for this detailed breakdown! This is incredibly helpful. I'll definitely be following your advice.

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Grant Vikers

This should be pinned to the top of the sub tbh. Great advice!

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Giovanni Martello

lol welcome to bureaucracy hell. grab a ticket and enjoy the wait 🎟️😅

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