Just wanted to follow up - how's your claim status looking now? Has the second issue been resolved or are you still waiting?

That's awesome that you got through with Claimyr and finally have some clarity! I've been following your situation and it's so frustrating how they don't communicate what the actual issues are. At least now you know it's a separation reason questionnaire - those are usually pretty straightforward to fill out. Just make sure you're honest and detailed about why you left your job. Once you submit that, hopefully the last issue will clear quickly and you'll get all your backpay. Thanks for updating us - it gives hope to those of us still stuck in limbo!

That's such a stressful situation to be in, but I'm glad you got some clarity here! I went through something similar a few years ago with unstable employment in the restaurant industry. One thing I learned is to also keep track of your exact start/end dates and hours worked at each job - UC sometimes asks for really specific details when you have multiple employers in your base year. Also, if you do end up needing to file again, try to do it online first thing Monday morning around 6 AM - that's when I've had the best luck getting through their system without crashes. Wishing you the best with your new position!

I've been following this thread and it's really helpful! Just wanted to add that when you do file a new claim (hopefully you won't need to), make sure to report ALL your employers from your base year period, even if some were short-term. I made the mistake of only reporting my longest job when I filed and it delayed my claim processing by weeks while they verified everything. Also, if you're worried about the pattern of layoffs looking suspicious, consider getting a letter of recommendation from supervisors at your previous jobs that mention your good performance - it can help show the layoffs truly weren't performance-related. Best of luck with the new job!

Just wanted to jump in here as someone who's been collecting UC benefits for about 8 months now. That first payment anxiety is so incredibly real - I remember literally losing sleep waiting for mine to hit! The good news is that PA's system is actually pretty reliable once you understand the timing. I use PNC and my deposits consistently arrive on Wednesday evenings around 11pm when the issue date is Monday. One thing I wish someone had told me early on is to screenshot your dashboard whenever you see that transaction number appear - it's helpful for your records and gives you peace of mind if you ever need to reference specific payment details later. Also, don't be surprised if your bank's customer service can't see pending UC deposits in their system - they often don't show up until they actually post to your account, which can add to the anxiety if you call to check. The waiting gets so much easier after this first one when you know your bank's specific pattern. Your transaction number means the money is definitely coming - just takes patience those first few times!

Just wanted to chime in as someone who went through this exact anxiety about 6 months ago! That feeling of seeing the transaction number but waiting for the actual deposit is nerve-wracking, especially when you're depending on it for bills. In my experience with US Bank, once that transaction number shows up, it's exactly 2 business days until the money hits - mine always arrives at 6:30am like clockwork. The key thing to remember is that PA has already done their part once you see that number - from that point it's just the normal banking system doing its thing. One tip that saved me a lot of stress: create a simple calendar reminder for when to expect the deposit based on your issue date, accounting for weekends. That way you're not checking your account every few hours like I was doing! Also, once you get a few payments under your belt, you'll actually appreciate how predictable the timing becomes - it makes budgeting so much easier. Your money is definitely on its way, just hang tight!

I'm in a similar boat - just got denied at my referee hearing last month and filed my Board appeal two weeks ago. Reading through all these responses is really encouraging, especially hearing from people who actually won their appeals after losing at the referee level. My case also involves attendance issues due to medical problems (chronic migraines), and like you, I had documentation but the referee seemed to focus more on the company's policy than the medical necessity of my absences. The whole hearing felt like the referee had already made up their mind before I even spoke. I'm definitely going to take the advice here about focusing on legal errors in my appeal rather than just repeating my story. It sounds like the Board really does look at whether the law was properly applied, which gives me hope since I feel like the referee completely ignored the medical exemptions in PA law. Thanks for posting this question - it's exactly what I needed to read today. We've got to stick together and not let this broken system defeat us!

I can't speak to the PA system specifically, but I went through a similar Board appeal process in another state and won after being denied at the hearing level. The key thing that helped me was getting advice from a legal aid clinic - they helped me understand that Board appeals are really about legal interpretation, not relitigating the facts. In my case, the referee had applied the wrong standard for what constitutes "misconduct" when medical issues are involved. The Board corrected that error and overturned the decision. From what I'm reading here, it sounds like you have strong grounds for appeal, especially with the ER documentation for those notification timing issues. That's exactly the kind of situation where a referee might misapply the "willful misconduct" standard. One thing I'd add to all the great advice here - if you can find any free legal resources or worker advocacy groups in PA, they might be able to help you frame your appeal letter in the most effective way. Sometimes having someone with legal experience review your arguments can make a big difference in how you present the case to the Board. Don't give up - the statistics show these appeals succeed more often than people think!

I went through this exact same situation about 6 months ago when my benefit year renewed and I had that dreaded "needs staff review" status. After reading through all these incredible strategies everyone has shared, here's what I'd recommend based on what actually worked for me: 1. **Start with the email approach today** - Send a detailed message to UCHelp@pa.gov with your full name, last 4 SSN digits, and explain your specific verification issue. This gives you a paper trail while you try other methods. 2. **Try the Tuesday 8:00 AM sharp strategy** - Set multiple alarms for 7:55 AM, have the number ready, and dial exactly at 8:00. Use the button sequence: 1 for English, 3 for filing claims, then 0 for an agent. 3. **Download an auto-redial app** - This was a game changer for me. Let it run while you do other things instead of manually dialing hundreds of times. 4. **Keep filing your weekly claims no matter what** - This is crucial! Even with the open issue, you need to maintain your filing dates to get backpay once it's resolved. The combination of persistence and timing is everything with this broken system. I probably made 200+ call attempts over two weeks, but when I finally got through, the agent resolved everything in 15 minutes. Don't give up - this thread proves that people do eventually get through with the right approach!

I just went through this exact situation two weeks ago! The frustration is real but there are definitely ways to get through. Based on my experience and reading all these great suggestions, here's what I'd do if I were in your shoes: **Immediate action:** Send that email to UCHelp@pa.gov today with your full name, last 4 SSN digits, and detailed explanation of your verification issue. This creates a paper trail and sometimes they actually respond faster than getting through by phone. **Phone strategy:** Try calling Tuesday or Wednesday at exactly 8:00 AM using the sequence everyone mentioned (1-3-0). Download an auto-redial app tonight - "Auto Redial" worked great for me. Set it to redial every 30-45 seconds and let it run while you work on other stuff. **Most important:** Keep filing your weekly claims even with the open issue! I made the mistake of stopping for a week thinking I couldn't file, and it delayed my backpay. I probably made 150+ attempts over 10 days but when I finally got through, the agent fixed my benefit year renewal issue in about 20 minutes. The system is completely broken but persistence really does work. Don't lose hope - between the email approach and the systematic calling strategy, you'll get this resolved. Keep us posted on what works for you!