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PFL Payment Delay: 3 Weeks and Counting - What's Normal for CA EDD?

Has anyone else been waiting forever for their PFL payment? I submitted my claim like 3 weeks ago and still haven't seen a dime. This is getting ridiculous. I'm starting to worry that something went wrong with my application. Anyone know how long this usually takes or what I should do next?

Tom Maxon

I found a way to solve PFL payment delays, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uCLYvybvVYE

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Nathaniel Mikhaylov

Unpopular opinion: maybe we should be grateful the system exists at all? I know the wait sucks, but at least we have this option. Some countries don't even have PFL

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Ella Cofer

Found the government shill 🙄 Just because others have it worse doesn't mean we can't demand better

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Kristian Bishop

Bootlicker alert! 🚨👢👅

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Nathaniel Mikhaylov

Wow, chill guys. I'm just trying to look on the bright side. We're all in this together

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Kevin Bell

There's truth to that, but why settle when improvement is possible? Balancing gratitude with a push for change is key.

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Sophia Carter

Hey, I've been through this before. Here's what you need to do: 1. Double-check your application: Make sure you didn't miss any required documents or info. 2. Contact your employer: Verify they've submitted their part of the claim. 3. Keep calling: I know it sucks, but persistence pays off. Try calling right when they open. 4. Use the online portal: Sometimes you can see updates there that aren't communicated elsewhere. 5. Consider reaching out to your local representative: They can sometimes help push things along. Don't give up! It's a slow process, but you'll get your money eventually.

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Savannah Weiner

Thank you so much for this detailed advice! I'll definitely try all of these. Fingers crossed 🤞

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Chloe Zhang

This is great info! Saving this for when I need to file my claim next month

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Aaron Boston

These steps are helpful, but do you know if any of them can expedite the process? I'm really in dire straits.

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Aaron Boston

Has anyone tried threatening legal action? I'm seriously considering it at this point. This delay is causing real financial hardship.

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Ashley Simian

I wouldn't bother. They probably have an army of lawyers. We're just little fish to them

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Oliver Cheng

Maybe a class action lawsuit? If enough of us are having this problem, it could work

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Taylor To

Legal action is a big step, but are there legal aid organizations that could advise on this situation?

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Savannah Glover

To those still waiting on PFL payments, I understand your frustration. The official timeline for PFL processing claims is typically 2-3 weeks, but many are experiencing significant delays due to administrative backlogs or errors. It's crucial first to ensure your application is complete and accurately filled out, including all required documentation. After verifying your end, check with your employer to confirm they've submitted any necessary information on their side. Utilizing the online portals for status updates might provide some insight, even if limited. Persistence with calling, though difficult, is often necessary. For those struggling with phone wait times, services like Claimyr can help connect you to an agent, though they come at a cost. It's also advisable to contact your local representatives, as they may expedite processes on your behalf. Lastly, while waiting, consider reaching out to community resources or support groups that may offer temporary assistance until you receive your benefits. Patience and persistence, unfortunately, seem to be the current requisites.

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Eva St. Cyr

have u tried faxing ur claim? I heard from a friend that sometimes it goes thru faster that way. worth a shot maybe?

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Kristian Bishop

Fax? Looks like we're going back to the 90s, but hey, whatever works, right?

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Luis Johnson

Lol welcome to the club. We should start a support group for people waiting on PFL payments. Who's in? 🙋‍♀️

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Savannah Weiner

Count me in! We can call it "Perpetually Forgotten by Labor" 😂

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Ellie Kim

I'd join but I'll probs get my payment before the first meeting 🤣 jk we'll all be waiting forever

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Fiona Sand

Maybe we could share info on what helped others in the group to finally get their payments?

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Brandon Parker

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. https://claimyr.com/?ref=red

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Adriana Cohn

Wait, what? You paid money to make a phone call? That sounds sketchy af

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Jace Caspullo

$20 just to talk to someone? That's highway robbery! 😡

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Brandon Parker

I know it sounds weird, but after weeks of not getting through, it was worth it to me. Got my issue resolved in one call

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Melody Miles

Can you give more details about how this works? I'm desperate enough to try anything at this point

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Nathaniel Mikhaylov

While paying may seem extreme, sometimes these services offer the only route to a solution. Any other experiences with Claimyr?

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Tom Maxon

Here is a video i found that shows how to actually get through to them on the phone: https://youtu.be/DOLxZQb92wM

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Kaitlyn Otto

This is why we need to vote for better leadership. The current administration clearly doesn't care about working people. Wake up, sheeple! 🐑

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Axel Far

Oh great, here comes the political BS. Can we not for once?

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Kaitlyn Otto

It's not BS, it's the truth! If you don't see it, you're part of the problem 🤷‍♂️

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Jasmine Hernandez

I see your point, but let's focus on solutions that can help us now while we work on these larger issues.

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Levi Parker

Ugh, I feel you. I've been waiting for 5 weeks now. It's like they're purposely trying to make us suffer. Have you tried calling them? Good luck getting through tho 🙄

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Savannah Weiner

I've tried calling but keep getting stuck in this endless phone tree. It's so frustrating!

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Libby Hassan

5 weeks?! That's insane. I thought my 4-week wait was bad. This system is broken af

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Hunter Hampton

It might help to use tools like Claimyr, but I also agree that the system needs an overhaul. Anyone else having luck with other methods?

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Hunter Hampton

Hate to be the bearer of bad news, but I waited 2 months for mine. The whole process is a joke. They say 2-3 weeks on their website, but that's a load of 💩

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Sofia Peña

2 MONTHS?! Are you kidding me? How are we supposed to survive without income for that long?

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Hunter Hampton

Ikr? It's like they forget we have bills to pay. The system is totally rigged against us

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Aaron Boston

This isn't sustainable. Is there any recourse for those of us seriously struggling from these delays?

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Mohammad Khaled

guys. i think i figured it out. if you stand on your head, spin around 3 times, and chant "pay me now" while submitting your claim, it goes through instantly. trust me, im an expert 🤡

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Alina Rosenthal

Instructions unclear, got my head stuck in the printer. Still no payment tho 😅

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Finnegan Gunn

This is the quality content I come to reddit for 👌💯

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Miguel Harvey

Hey, we all need some humor amidst this mess. Thanks for lightening the mood!

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Tom Maxon

Guys, i posted this above. i finally reached them on the phone with the 2nd method shown in the video: https://youtu.be/DOLxZQb92wM

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