PFL Bonding Claim denied - what evidence of relationship worked for you?

Congrats on the new baby! 🎉 Sorry to hear about the denial though. When I filed my PFL claim, I submitted both the hospital certificate and the birth certificate. Did you include both? Sometimes they want to see multiple forms of proof.

Ugh, the PFL system is such a nightmare. I swear they make it complicated on purpose 🙄 Have you tried calling them to ask why it was denied? Sometimes you can get more info that way.

Here's what worked for me with my PFL Bonding Claim: 1. Hospital certificate 2. Birth certificate 3. A signed letter from my employer confirming my leave dates 4. Copies of recent pay stubs 5. A personal statement explaining the bonding activities It seems like overkill, but I didn't want to risk a denial. Hope this helps!

I 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

Have you checked your online account? Sometimes they post more detailed info about denials there. Also, double-check that you didn't miss any deadlines. They're super strict about those.

im in the same boat rn 😭 submitted everything and still got denied. this whole process is a joke tbh

Quick question - did you make sure to sign every single page of the claim form? I got denied once because I missed a signature on page 3. Resubmitted with all signatures and it went through.

Not to be that person, but have you considered getting a lawyer? Sometimes just having a legal letterhead on your appeal can make them take it more seriously.

I went through this exact same situation last year! My initial claim was denied even though I thought I had everything. Here's what I learned: 1) Always submit both hospital certificate AND official birth certificate, 2) Include a cover letter explaining your relationship to the child, and 3) Make copies of EVERYTHING before sending. I had to appeal but it was approved the second time around. Don't give up - you're entitled to this benefit! Also, try calling at exactly 8:00 AM when they open, that's when I finally got through to speak with someone who actually helped.