PFL application vanished after 35+ days of waiting - no updates, can't reach EDD. Help!
Has anyone else had their paid family leave application disappear after waiting for over a month? I applied over 35 days ago and heard nothing. Then suddenly, my application vanished from the system - it's not even showing as pending anymore. I've reapplied, but still radio silence. I've called multiple times, but the online system shows no updates. This is so frustrating! Anyone know what's going on or how to get some answers?
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Tom Maxon
I found a way to solve disappearing paid family leave application, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qnn6lGxvswE
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Derek Olson
Ugh, I'm in the same boat! Applied for PFL 6 weeks ago and it's like my application went into a black hole. No updates, no responses, nada. The system is totally broken 🤬
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Danielle Mays
•Same here! Its been 2 months for me. I'm about ready to give up tbh 😩
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Roger Romero
•Have you guys tried calling? I know its a pain, but sometimes thats the only way to get answers
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Derek Olson
•Calling is a joke. I've tried like 50 times and can never get through. It's like they don't want us to reach them 🙄
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Anna Kerber
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. Here's a video explaining it: https://youtu.be/DOLxZQb92wM
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Niko Ramsey
•Sounds too good to be true. Are you sure it's legit?
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Anna Kerber
•Yeah, I was skeptical at first too, but I tried it and it actually worked. Got through to an agent in about an hour.
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Seraphina Delan
•20 bucks tho? That's kinda steep just to talk to someone who should be available for free 🤔
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Anna Kerber
•I get it, but for me it was worth it. I was going crazy trying to get through on my own. Sometimes you gotta pay to save your sanity lol
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Jabari-Jo
Here's what I've learned after dealing with this mess for months: 1. Keep ALL your documents. Scan everything. 2. Call first thing in the morning, right when they open. 3. If you get through, ask for a callback number or direct extension. 4. File an appeal if your application disappears or gets denied. 5. Contact your local state representative. They can sometimes help. 6. Join Facebook groups for PFL applicants. Lots of good info there. 7. Be persistent. It sucks, but don't give up. Hope this helps someone. The system is a dumpster fire, but we gotta keep fighting 💪
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Rachel Tao
•Wow, thank you so much for this detailed advice! I'll definitely try calling early tomorrow. Did contacting your rep actually help?
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Jabari-Jo
•Yeah, it did! My rep's office got back to me within a week and helped escalate my case. Def worth a shot.
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Kristin Frank
yall ever think they make it this hard on purpose? 🤡 like they dont want us to get our benefits
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Micah Trail
Has anyone tried faxing their application? I heard from a friend that sometimes that works better than online submission. Might be worth a shot?
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Nia Watson
•Faxing? What year is it, 1995? 😂 But for real, if it works, I'm willing to try anything at this point.
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Alberto Souchard
Pro tip: if you can't get through on the main line, try calling your local EDD office directly. Google 'EDD office near me' and you might find a direct number. Worked for me!
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Katherine Shultz
•OMG thank you!!! I just tried this and actually got through to a human being. You're a lifesaver! 🙏
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Maya Patel
This is such a nightmare! I'm dealing with something similar - my PFL application has been "under review" for 6 weeks now with zero communication. What's really frustrating is that we NEED these benefits and they're just making us jump through impossible hoops. I'm going to try calling the local EDD office like @Alberto Souchard suggested - fingers crossed! Also thinking about reaching out to my state rep. We shouldn't have to fight this hard for benefits we're entitled to. Stay strong everyone, we'll get through this mess! 💪
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