PFL claim pending online but no info when calling - How to reach a rep?
I'm having trouble with my paid family leave claim. I submitted it online and it shows as pending in my account, but when I called the automated system, it said there was no information for my social security number. I really need to speak with someone to get my claim processed and started. Has anyone else experienced this? Any advice on how to get through to a representative?
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Tom Maxon
I found a way to solve paid family leave claim delays, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7h7CMUV_dHE
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AstroAce
Ugh, I'm in the same boat. Been trying to get through for weeks. The phone lines are always busy and the online chat is useless. It's so frustrating!
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Yuki Kobayashi
ā¢Tell me about it! I've been calling every day for the past month. It's like they don't want us to get our benefits š
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Carmen Vega
ā¢Have you tried calling right when they open? I heard that's the best time to get through.
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AstroAce
ā¢Yeah, I've tried that. No luck. It's always the same automated message saying they're too busy. I'm at my wits end here!
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Andre Rousseau
I found a way 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
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Zoe Stavros
ā¢Sounds too good to be true. Are you sure it's legit?
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Jamal Harris
ā¢How long did you have to wait? Is it really worth $20?
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Andre Rousseau
ā¢I promise it's legit! I was skeptical too, but I was desperate. I waited about 2 hours, but I didn't have to sit by the phone. For me, it was totally worth it to finally talk to someone.
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GalaxyGlider
ā¢Just tried it and it worked! Finally got my claim sorted out. Thanks for the tip! š
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Mei Wong
Here's what I've learned from my experience with PFL claims: ā¢ Always keep copies of everything you submit ā¢ Follow up regularly on your claim status ā¢ If possible, fax your documents instead of mailing them ā¢ Be persistent and don't give up ā¢ Consider reaching out to your local representative for help Hope this helps someone! It's a frustrating process, but hang in there.
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Liam Sullivan
has anyone else noticed that the online system is always "under maintenance" when you need it most? š¤ its like they're trying to make this as difficult as possible
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Amara Okafor
ā¢Omg yes! I swear they do it on purpose š¤
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Giovanni Colombo
ā¢Conspiracy theory: they're using hamsters to run their servers š¹š»
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Fatima Al-Qasimi
Pro tip: if you can't get through on the main line, try calling some of the other departments. Sometimes they can transfer you to the right person. It's worked for me before!
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StarStrider
ā¢Which departments have you had luck with? I'm willing to try anything at this point!
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Fatima Al-Qasimi
ā¢I've had some success with the general information line and the technical support line. Just be polite and explain your situation, most of the time they're willing to help.
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Dylan Campbell
Anyone else feel like they need a degree in bureaucracy to navigate this system? šš¤¦āāļø I'm bout ready to give up and go back to work, even tho I really need this leave.
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Sofia Torres
ā¢Don't give up! That's what they want. Stay strong and keep fighting for your benefits. You deserve them! šŖ
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Dmitry Sokolov
I wonder if we could start a class action lawsuit for all the stress and financial hardship caused by these delays. This is getting ridiculous!
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Ava Martinez
ā¢I'd sign up for that in a heartbeat! š
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Miguel Ramos
ā¢Lol good luck suing the government. We'd all be grandparents by the time that case got resolved š
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