PFL claim not processed, no payment since 11/7, EDD ghosting me. Help!

I found a way to solve EDD PFL claim processing delays, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dTJGl01T82Y

Ugh, I'm in the same boat! 🚢 It's been radio silence from EDD for weeks. I've tried calling every day but can never get through. It's like they've gone MIA or something. Anyone know if there's a secret number or best time to call?

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 explaining it: https://youtu.be/DOLxZQb92wM

Have you tried reaching out to your local assembly member's office? They can sometimes help expedite EDD claims. It's worth a shot!

Ok, here's what you need to do: 1. Document everything. Keep a log of all your attempts to contact EDD, including dates and times. 2. Send a written request for information about your claim via certified mail. This creates a paper trail. 3. File an appeal if your benefits were stopped without explanation. You have 30 days from the date of the decision. 4. Contact your state representative as someone else mentioned. 5. If all else fails, consider filing a complaint with the Department of Labor. Remember, persistence is key. Don't give up!

anyone else feel like the EDD is just a black hole where claims go to die? 🕳️💀 been waiting 3 months now...

Pro tip: if you can, apply for UI while waiting for your PFL to process. You can always cancel it once PFL kicks in. At least you'll have some income coming in!

yall ever wonder if theres just one dude named Steve working at EDD, trying to process all these claims on his own? 🤣

Has anyone tried faxing their documents instead of uploading online? I've heard it can sometimes be faster.

Just a heads up, there's been a glitch in the EDD system affecting some PFL claims. They're supposedly working on fixing it, but who knows how long that'll take. Might explain some of the delays people are experiencing.

I'm going through the exact same thing right now! Filed my PFL claim 6 weeks ago for bonding leave and it's like it disappeared into thin air. The online portal just says "pending" with no updates whatsoever. I've been calling the 1-877-238-4373 number religiously but either get disconnected or told the wait time is over 2 hours. It's absolutely maddening when you're already dealing with a new baby and need that income! Has anyone had success with the callback feature, or is that just as broken as everything else?

I'm dealing with this nightmare too! 😫 Filed my PFL claim 8 weeks ago after my son was born and it's been complete radio silence. What's really frustrating is that my SDI payments just stopped without any explanation - I went from getting regular disability payments to absolutely nothing. The EDD portal shows my claim as "under review" but there's been zero movement for over a month. I've tried calling at different times of day, used the callback feature (which never calls back), and even tried the chat function that's supposedly available. Nothing works! This is such a stressful time already with a newborn, and not having any income coming in is making everything so much worse. Really considering trying that assembly member route that someone mentioned - at this point I'm willing to try anything!