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PFL claim filed over a month ago - no updates or notices. What to do?

Hey everyone, I filed for Paid Family Leave over a month ago and haven't heard anything back. No notices, no updates, nothing. I'm starting to get worried. Has anyone else experienced this? What should I do next? I'm thinking about calling them, but I've heard horror stories about wait times. Any advice would be appreciated!

Tom Maxon

I found a way to solve long Paid Family Leave delays, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2xhrGGMKu8E

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Zoe Gonzalez

Ugh, I feel you. I was in the same boat last year. It's so frustrating! Have you tried checking your online account? Sometimes they update there before sending anything out.

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Avery Flores

Yeah, I've been checking my online account like a hawk. Still nothing there either. It's driving me crazy!

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Ashley Adams

Pro tip: set up email notifications for your account. That way you don't have to keep logging in to check. Saved me a ton of anxiety during my claim process.

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Avery Flores

Thanks for the tip! I'll definitely do that. Anything to make this process less stressful.

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Alexis Robinson

A month with no update is pretty normal tbh. The system is so backed up rn. But if you're worried, def give them a call. Just be prepared to wait... and wait... and wait some more lol

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Aaron Lee

I found a way to actually get someone on the phone without waiting forever. 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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Chloe Mitchell

Sounds too good to be true. Does it really work? $20 seems steep just to make a phone call.

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Aaron Lee

I was skeptical too, but it actually worked for me. Saved me hours of hold time. Worth it if you're desperate to talk to someone.

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Michael Adams

Idk man, paying to talk to a government agency feels wrong. Shouldn't this be free?

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Aaron Lee

I get where you're coming from, but time is money too. I'd rather pay $20 than waste a whole day on hold. 🤷‍♂️

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Natalie Wang

Here's what you need to do: 1. Keep checking your online account daily 2. If you haven't received any update after 6 weeks, definitely call them 3. When you call, have all your info ready - claim number, dates, etc. 4. Be polite but firm. Ask for specific next steps or timeframes 5. If they can't help, ask to speak to a supervisor 6. Document everything - who you talked to, what they said, date and time 7. If all else fails, contact your local state representative. They can sometimes help push things along Hang in there! The system is frustrating, but you'll get through it. 💪

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Avery Flores

Wow, thank you so much for this detailed advice! I'll definitely follow these steps. Really appreciate you taking the time to write all this out.

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Noah Torres

This is gold 👌 Saving this for when I need to file my claim next month!

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Samantha Hall

have u tried faxing them? I know it sounds old school but I swear it worked for me when I couldnt get thru on the phone

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Ryan Young

Faxing? What year is it, 1995? 😂

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Samantha Hall

laugh all u want but it worked for me 🤷‍♀️ sometimes the old ways are the best ways

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Sophia Clark

The whole system is a joke. I've been waiting 3 months for my claim to be processed. Good luck getting any real help from them. 🙄

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Katherine Harris

3 months?! That's insane. Have you tried contacting your local rep? I've heard they can sometimes help speed things up.

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Sophia Clark

Yeah, I reached out last week. Still waiting to hear back. It's like everyone in the government moves at snail pace 🐌

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Madison Allen

Anyone else notice that the EDD website is always "under maintenance" when you actually need to use it? 🤔

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Joshua Wood

Pro tip: if you call right when they open, you have a better chance of getting through. Set your alarm early!

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Justin Evans

This! I called at 8:01 AM and got through in 10 minutes. It's all about timing.

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Emily Parker

I feel like we need a support group for people dealing with EDD. Who's in? 🙋‍♀️

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Ezra Collins

Count me in! We can call it "EDD Survivors" lol

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Victoria Scott

I'd join that group in a heartbeat. Misery loves company, right? 😅

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