PFL payment pending for 5 weeks, no info from EDD, running out of savings. Help!

I found a way to solve pending PFL payment issues, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AgTCSnRkUQQ

Ugh, I feel you. I was in the same boat last year. It's so frustrating when you're counting on that money and it just... doesn't come. Have you tried calling them? It's a pain, but sometimes that's the only way to get answers.

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 about it: https://youtu.be/DOLxZQb92wM

Here's what you need to do: 1. Document everything. Keep a log of all your attempts to contact EDD. 2. Check your spam folder regularly. Sometimes important emails end up there. 3. Reach out to your local assembly member's office. They can often help push things along. 4. If you haven't already, file an appeal. This can sometimes kickstart the process. 5. Consider applying for emergency assistance through local charities or your county's social services while you wait. Remember, you're not alone in this. The system is overwhelmed, but keep pushing. Don't give up!

lmao welcome to the wonderful world of EDD 🤡 where the rules are made up and your needs don't matter

Have you checked if there's any missing information they need? Sometimes they don't tell you and just let the claim sit there incomplete.

5 weeks? You sweet summer child. I've been waiting for 3 MONTHS. The system is completely broken.

PSA: If your claim is pending for more than 3 weeks, you have the right to request a determination interview. It's not widely known, but it's in the CA unemployment insurance code.