PFL leave request not processed after a month - causing financial stress. Any advice?
I submitted my PFL leave request over a month ago and it still hasn't been processed. This delay is causing me serious financial stress. Has anyone else experienced long wait times for their PFL requests? Any advice on how to speed up the process or what I should say when I call to check on the status?
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Tom Maxon
I found a way to solve PFL leave request processing delays, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bGokP4-66mA
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Kristian Bishop
Ugh, I feel your pain! I waited almost 2 months for mine to go through. The system is so backed up right now, its ridiculous. Have you tried calling them? Sometimes that can help move things along.
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Eva St. Cyr
•Thanks for the sympathy. I've been trying to call but can never get through. It's so frustrating!
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Kaitlyn Otto
•Pro tip: call right when they open. I got through after only 20 minutes on hold that way.
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Eva St. Cyr
•Thanks for the tip! I'll give that a try tomorrow morning.
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Axel Far
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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Jasmine Hernandez
•Sounds too good to be true. Does it really work?
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Axel Far
•Yeah, it actually does! I was skeptical at first too, but I was desperate. Got through in about an hour.
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Luis Johnson
•$20 just to talk to someone? That's highway robbery! 🤬
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Axel Far
•I get it, but for me it was worth it. Saved me hours of frustration and got my issue resolved.
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Ellie Kim
Here's what worked for me: 1. Gather all your documents - make sure you have everything they might ask for. 2. Call first thing in the morning, like 7:59 AM. 3. Be polite but firm with the rep. Explain your financial hardship. 4. Ask if there's anything you can do to expedite the process. 5. Get a reference number for your call. 6. Follow up every few days if you don't hear back. Stay persistent! It's a pain, but you'll get through eventually. Good luck!
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Eva St. Cyr
•This is super helpful, thank you so much! I'll definitely try this approach.
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Fiona Sand
•Great advice! I'd add: keep a log of all your calls and who you spoke to. It helps if you need to escalate later.
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Mohammad Khaled
have you tried faxing your documents? sometimes that can speed things up believe it or not lol. the system is so old school 🦖
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Alina Rosenthal
This is why we need to overhaul the entire system. It's a joke that in 2024 we're still dealing with these ridiculous wait times. Vote for change, people!
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Finnegan Gunn
•Preach! 🙌 The whole thing needs to be dragged into the 21st century.
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Miguel Harvey
•Yeah but who's gonna pay for that? Our taxes are already through the roof 🙄
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Ashley Simian
Just keep calling. I know it sucks, but persistence is key. I called 37 times before I got through. Stay strong!
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Eva St. Cyr
•37 times?! Wow, that's dedication. I guess I need to step up my game.
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Oliver Cheng
Have you tried reaching out to your local state representative? Sometimes they can help push things through faster.
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