I'm also waiting on an appeal decision - filed mine about 5 weeks ago after being denied for "misconduct" when I was actually terminated due to company restructuring. The waiting is absolutely brutal, especially when you're running out of money. From everything I've read here and experienced myself, it seems like 6-10 weeks is the norm right now for getting a hearing scheduled. One thing that's helped me stay sane is setting up a simple tracking system - I write down every date (when I filed, when I got confirmations, etc.) and check the portal religiously even though it never changes. Also echoing what others said about continuing to file weekly - I almost made that mistake early on but thankfully someone on here warned me. The uncertainty is the worst part, but at least we're not alone in this mess of a system.

I went through the PA UC appeal process last year and it was a marathon, not a sprint. Filed my appeal in September after being wrongly denied for "refusing suitable work" (the job they wanted me to take was 2 hours away with no transit options). Didn't get my hearing until mid-November - about 9 weeks later. Then waited another 3 weeks for the written decision, but I won and got full backpay for all the weeks I had properly filed for. The key things that saved me: 1) Never stopped filing weekly claims, 2) Kept detailed records of everything including screenshots of job postings they claimed I refused, 3) Had all my documentation organized before the hearing. The waiting period is absolutely brutal financially and emotionally, but if you were genuinely wrongly denied, the referees do tend to be fair. Just be patient and stay organized - you've got this!

One last thing to keep in mind - after you receive your determination, either side (you or your employer) has 15 calendar days to appeal if they disagree with the decision. If your employer appeals, you'll need to attend an appeal hearing, which adds more time to the process. Just be prepared for that possibility. Based on what you've described, with your documentation of harassment and no evidence of tardiness warnings from your employer, you have a strong case.

I went through something similar last year - employer claimed I was fired for "poor performance" when I was actually laid off due to budget cuts. The whole process is nerve-wracking but it sounds like you have solid evidence on your side! In my case, it took about 2 weeks after the interview to get a determination. The key thing that helped me was having everything organized - screenshots, emails, any documentation that contradicted their claims. Since you have proof of harassment and no tardiness warnings in your file, that's huge in your favor. Keep filing your weekly claims and try to stay patient (easier said than done, I know). The waiting is the worst part but once you get that approval letter, the backpay will come through. Hang in there!

Just wanted to add my experience with Huntington for PA UC payments! I've been using them for about 4 months now and it's been pretty consistent - usually shows up 1 business day after the payment release date. The only hiccup I had was during my first payment when there was a small delay (I think for verification), but after that it's been smooth sailing. Pro tip: if you're worried about timing for bills, Huntington also offers a small overdraft buffer if you're a good customer, which has saved me once when a payment was delayed by a day due to a holiday. Overall much better experience than my old bank!

I've been using Huntington for my PA UC direct deposits for over a year and wanted to share my timeline experience! In my case, payments typically show up within 1-2 business days after the release date, with most arriving on the 1 business day mark. I've noticed that payments released on Tuesday usually hit my account Wednesday, and payments released on Friday show up Monday (unless there's a holiday). One thing that really helps is that Huntington's online banking shows pending deposits, so you can often see the payment coming before it officially posts. The mobile app notifications are also super reliable. Overall, I'd say plan for 1 business day to be safe for your rent timing, but you'll probably see a consistent pattern develop after a few payments. Good luck with the switch!

I'm so sorry you're going through this, especially while pregnant. The stress must be overwhelming. I went through a similar situation last year - 8 weeks of waiting with my dashboard showing an open issue despite being told everything was fine. What finally worked for me was being very specific about what I needed when I called. Instead of just asking "what's wrong with my claim," I started asking "what is the exact issue code and what documentation do you need from me to resolve it?" This forced them to actually look deeper into my file. Also, when you do contact your state rep, mention that you're pregnant and in financial hardship - they prioritize cases involving pregnancy and children. Keep filing those weekly claims no matter what! You WILL get all that back pay once this is resolved. Hang in there mama, you've got this!

I'm going through something very similar right now - 8 weeks of filing with no payments and my dashboard shows conflicting information every time I check. What's really frustrating is that different UC reps tell me completely different things about my claim status. One says everything looks fine, another mentions an "identity verification issue" that wasn't there before. I've been hesitant to contact my state rep because I wasn't sure if it would actually help, but reading all these success stories here is convincing me to try it. The financial stress is really getting to me too - I can't imagine dealing with this while pregnant on top of everything else. Has anyone had luck with the identity verification issues specifically? That seems to be what's holding mine up now, but they won't tell me what documents they need or how to submit them. The whole system feels designed to keep you in limbo forever.

This thread has been so helpful! I'm dealing with a similar situation right now - I still have my card but forgot my PIN after being unemployed for a while and not using it. Reading through everyone's experiences makes me feel less alone in this mess. The PA UC system really is impossible to navigate on your own. I'm definitely going to try the Claimyr service based on all the positive feedback here. It's wild that we need a third-party service just to reach our own state office, but if it works, I'm all for it! Thanks for sharing your story @Levi Parker - your update gives me hope that I can get this sorted out too.

This whole thread is such a perfect example of how broken the PA UC system is! I've been dealing with unemployment benefits for the past year and it's honestly shocking how difficult they make it to access YOUR OWN money. The fact that multiple people here have had to use third-party services like Claimyr just to reach a human being at the state office is ridiculous. But I'm really grateful for communities like this where people actually help each other navigate these bureaucratic nightmares. @Levi Parker thanks for posting the update - it's so helpful to see that there ARE solutions even when the system seems impossible. Definitely saving all these phone numbers and tips for future reference!