PFL claim still processing after a month - anyone else experiencing delays?
Has anyone else been waiting forever for their paid family leave to process? It's been a month and I still haven't heard anything. I'm starting to get worried about my finances. Anyone know how long this usually takes or if there's a way to speed things up?
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Cole Roush
Ugh, I feel you. I've been waiting for 6 weeks now. It's ridiculous how long they make us wait. Have you tried calling them? I heard that sometimes helps move things along.
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Jasmine Hancock
•I've tried calling but can never get through. It's so frustrating! How did you manage to reach someone?
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Cole Roush
•Honestly, it took me like 50 attempts. I just kept redialing over and over. It's a total nightmare 😫
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Scarlett Forster
•Pro tip: call right when they open. That's how I finally got through after weeks of trying!
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Arnav Bengali
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 about it: https://youtu.be/DOLxZQb92wM
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Sayid Hassan
•Sounds too good to be true. Are you sure it's legit?
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Arnav Bengali
•Yeah, I was skeptical at first too, but it really worked for me. Saved me hours of frustration.
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Rachel Tao
•How exactly does it work? Do you have to give them your personal info?
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Arnav Bengali
•Nah, you just put in the number you want them to call and they handle the rest. When an agent picks up, they connect you. Simple as that.
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Derek Olson
A month? That's nothing. I've been waiting for 3 months now. The system is completely broken. 🤬
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Danielle Mays
Here's what I've learned about the paid family leave process after going through it twice: 1. Processing times vary wildly, but 4-6 weeks is average 2. Make sure ALL your paperwork is filled out correctly. One tiny mistake can cause major delays 3. If you haven't heard anything after 30 days, definitely try to contact them 4. Keep copies of everything you submit 5. If you're in dire financial straits, mention that when you call. Sometimes they can expedite 6. Check your online account regularly for updates 7. Don't forget to file your continued claim forms every two weeks Hope this helps! Hang in there, OP!
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Jasmine Hancock
•Wow, thank you so much for this detailed info! Really appreciate it. 🙏
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Roger Romero
•This should be pinned at the top of the sub. Super helpful!
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Anna Kerber
have u tried reaching out to ur local state rep? sometimes they can light a fire under the agency's a**
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Jasmine Hancock
•I hadn't thought of that. How do I find out who my rep is?
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Anna Kerber
•just google '[your state] find my representative' - should pop right up. good luck!
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Niko Ramsey
lol welcome to the wonderful world of government efficiency 🤡 grab a seat, you'll be here a while
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Seraphina Delan
•fr tho 💀 feels like they're using carrier pigeons to process these claims
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Jabari-Jo
Has anyone else noticed that the processing times seem to be getting worse? I swear it only took like 2 weeks when my coworker did this last year.
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Kristin Frank
•Yeah, I've heard they're super understaffed right now. Covid backlog + budget cuts = 💩show
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Micah Trail
Protip: if u can, apply before u actually need the leave to start. gives em more time to process b4 ur financially screwed
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Hugh Intensity
I'm going through the exact same thing right now! Filed my PFL claim 5 weeks ago and still showing "pending" status. It's so stressful not knowing when the money will come through, especially when you're already dealing with family care responsibilities. I've been checking the online portal obsessively but no updates. Really hoping things move faster for both of us soon! 🤞
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