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?

This whole thread is hitting way too close to home! 😭 I'm at week 5 with my PFL claim stuck in limbo and reading everyone's stories is both comforting (knowing I'm not alone) and terrifying (seeing people wait 8+ weeks). I actually tried that claimyr.com service @Oliver Zimmermann mentioned yesterday - figured $20 was worth it if it could save me weeks of frustration. Took about 90 minutes but I finally got through to someone! The rep told me there's a massive backlog due to some system upgrade that went wrong, and they're manually reviewing claims that got stuck. She couldn't give me a timeline but at least updated some flag on my account. Still no guarantee it'll help, but felt good to finally talk to a real human who could see my claim. For anyone considering it, just make sure you have all your info ready because once they connect you, the call moves pretty fast. Really hoping we all get some movement on our claims soon! 🤞

I'm in week 7 of waiting for my PFL claim to process and this thread is both validating and depressing! 😩 The system upgrade explanation makes total sense - it explains why so many claims that were filed around the same time are all stuck. I tried the assembly member route that @CosmicCaptain suggested and actually got a response within 24 hours! Their office said they've been flooded with EDD cases lately and are working with the department to push through the backlog. They asked me to send over my claim details and said they'd follow up within a week. Fingers crossed this helps! Also planning to try that claimyr service if I don't hear anything soon - $20 seems totally reasonable compared to the income I'm losing while waiting. Hang in there everyone, hopefully we'll all see some movement soon! 🙏

I'm dealing with the exact same situation! Filed my PFL claim about 5 weeks ago after my daughter was born and it's been complete silence from EDD. What's really frustrating is that I was getting regular SDI payments throughout my pregnancy and then they just stopped the day I switched to PFL - no explanation, no communication, nothing! 😤 I've been trying to call daily but either get the busy signal or sit on hold for hours just to get disconnected. The online portal is useless - just shows "claim under review" with no timeline or updates. It's so stressful trying to manage with a newborn and no income coming in! After reading through this thread, I'm definitely going to try reaching out to my assembly member tomorrow and maybe give that claimyr service a shot if I get desperate enough. This system is absolutely broken and it's affecting so many new parents when we need support the most. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences - at least we're not suffering through this alone! 🤱💪