PFL application submitted in January, no updates or payments yet. Help!
Hey everyone, I'm in a bit of a pickle here. I submitted my PFL application back in January and it's been radio silence ever since. No updates, no payments, nada. It's been months now and I'm starting to get worried. Has anyone else experienced this kind of delay? Any advice on how to get an update or speed things up? I'm really counting on these benefits and the wait is killing me.
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Avery Flores
Ugh, I feel your pain! I went through something similar last year. Have you tried calling them? It's a pain, but sometimes that's the only way to get answers.
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Caden Nguyen
•I've tried calling but keep getting stuck in this endless phone tree. It's so frustrating! 😤
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Zoe Gonzalez
•Pro tip: call right when they open. You might have better luck getting through to a human.
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Ashley Adams
•Calling is useless, I spent 3 hours on hold last week and got disconnected 🤡
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Alexis Robinson
I found a way to actually get someone on the phone! I used this site called claimyr.com. It's a calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to your phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/DOLxZQb92wM
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Aaron Lee
•Sounds too good to be true. Are you sure it's legit?
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Alexis Robinson
•Yeah, I was skeptical at first too, but I tried it and it actually worked. Saved me hours of frustration.
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Chloe Mitchell
•20 bucks tho? That's kinda steep just to talk to someone...
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Alexis Robinson
•I get it, but for me it was worth it. I was going crazy trying to get through on my own.
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Michael Adams
Have you tried emailing them? Sometimes that can be more effective than calling. Here's a template you can use: Subject: Follow-Up on PFL Application Dear EDD Team, I'm writing to inquire about my Paid Family Leave application submitted on [DATE]. I haven't received any updates or payments yet. Could you please provide a status update? If you need any additional information from me, please let me know. Thank you for your assistance. Best regards, [YOUR NAME]
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Caden Nguyen
•This is super helpful, thank you! I'll give this a try and see if it gets me anywhere.
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Natalie Wang
•Good luck! Let us know if it works out for you.
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Noah Torres
The whole system is broken af. I've been waiting on my benefits for 6 months now. It's ridiculous how they expect people to survive while they sit on our applications. 🤬
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Samantha Hall
Have you checked your online account? Sometimes they update the status there without sending a notification.
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Caden Nguyen
•Yeah, I've been checking it obsessively. Still says 'pending' 😩
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Ryan Young
Idk if this helps, but I heard they're super backlogged rn because of some new system update. Might explain the delay. Hang in there!
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Sophia Clark
This might sound crazy, but have you tried reaching out to your local state representative? I was stuck in EDD limbo for months, and their office actually helped me get it sorted out. Worth a shot!
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Katherine Harris
•I second this! My cousin did the same thing and it worked. Politicians love to help with this kinda stuff, makes them look good 😂
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Caden Nguyen
•Wow, I never would have thought of that. I'll look into it, thanks!
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Madison Allen
Just a heads up, make sure all your docs are in order. They rejected my claim cuz I forgot to sign one stupid form. Double check everything!
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