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Sofia Morales

PFL claim stuck pending for 4 weeks - no updates or responses. Help!

Hey everyone, I'm really frustrated right now. My Paid Family Leave claim has been stuck on pending for 4 weeks now. I haven't received any updates or responses from them. Has anyone else experienced this? Any advice on how to get things moving?

StarSailor

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Ugh, I feel your pain! I was in the same boat a few months ago. It's so frustrating when you're counting on that money and the system just leaves you hanging. Have you tried calling them? It's a pain, but sometimes that's the only way to get answers.

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Sofia Morales

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I've tried calling but can never get through. It's like their phone lines are always busy or something. Any tips on the best time to call?

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StarSailor

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I had luck calling right when they opened in the morning. Set an alarm and start dialing a few minutes before they officially open. It might take a few tries, but that's how I finally got through.

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Dmitry Ivanov

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Pro tip: use an auto-dialer app. It'll keep redialing for you so you don't have to do it manually. Saved my sanity when I was dealing with this mess!

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Ava Garcia

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4 weeks is ridiculous! The system is so broken. I swear they make it difficult on purpose to discourage people from claiming benefits. Hang in there, OP. 💪

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Miguel Silva

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Have you tried reaching out to your local state representative? Sometimes they can help push things along. Worth a shot if you're getting nowhere with the PFL office directly.

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Sofia Morales

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That's a great idea, I hadn't thought of that. Do you know how I would go about contacting them?

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Miguel Silva

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Just google your address + 'state representative'. Most have a contact form on their website. Explain your situation and ask if they can help. They often have staff dedicated to helping constituents with these kinds of issues.

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Zainab Ismail

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Can confirm this works! My rep's office got my unemployment sorted in like 2 days after I'd been waiting for weeks. Definitely worth a try!

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Connor O'Neill

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Okay, I've been through this rodeo before, so here's my comprehensive guide to getting your PFL claim unstuck: 1. Document everything. Keep a log of all your attempts to contact them, including dates and times. 2. Call early and often. As others have said, right when they open is your best bet. 3. Use multiple contact methods. Phone, email, online portal if they have one. Be the squeaky wheel. 4. Check your claim online daily if possible. Sometimes they update the status without notifying you. 5. Make sure you've submitted all required documentation. Double-check that nothing is missing. 6. Contact your state rep as suggested. They can often work miracles. 7. If all else fails, consider filing a formal complaint with the state labor board. Remember, persistence is key. Don't give up! The system is designed to be frustrating, but you've got this. 💪💯

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Sofia Morales

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

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QuantumQuester

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This should be pinned at the top of the sub tbh. So helpful!

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Yara Nassar

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Adding to this: if you have a union rep, reach out to them too. They often have direct lines to the right people.

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Keisha Williams

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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

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Paolo Ricci

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Sounds too good to be true. Has anyone else tried this?

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Amina Toure

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

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Keisha Williams

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I get the skepticism, but it seriously worked for me. After weeks of trying, I got through in like an hour. Worth every penny imo.

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Just tried it and it actually worked! Got my issue resolved in one call. Thanks for the tip!

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CosmicCommander

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have u checked ur spam folder? sometimes their emails end up there 🤔

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Sofia Morales

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Good thinking! Just checked and unfortunately nothing there. But definitely a good tip for others!

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Natasha Volkova

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ugh this happened to me last year. turns out they were missing one stupid form and never bothered to tell me. def try calling or use that claimyr thing someone mentioned. good luck!

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