Just wanted to share my recent success story to give everyone hope! I was in the same situation as many of you - forgot to add my two kids (ages 6 and 14) when I initially filed my PA UC claim back in February. After reading through all the advice in this thread, I decided to try the Tuesday morning strategy that Max mentioned. Called at 7:50 AM yesterday and actually got through after only 20 minutes on hold! The representative was super understanding when I explained I'd been trying to reach them for over a week. She added both my children to my claim and even noted in my file that I had attempted to contact them multiple times since filing. She couldn't promise anything about backdating, but said the notation would help if there's ever a review. The dependent allowance should show up in my next weekly payment. For anyone still trying to get through - don't give up! The Tuesday morning time slot really seemed to work, and having all my kids' info ready (SSNs, birth dates, birth certificates) made the actual call go super smoothly once I got connected.

I just wanted to add another data point that might help others in this situation. I successfully added my 3-year-old son to my claim last month after initially forgetting to include him. What worked for me was calling on a Thursday around 10:30 AM - I got through after about 35 minutes on hold. The key thing the representative told me was that they prioritize dependent additions if you can show you've been actively trying to contact them. I had screenshots of my online messaging attempts and a list of call times/dates, which she said really helped my case. She was able to backdate the dependent allowance for 2 weeks. One tip I haven't seen mentioned yet: if you get through to a rep who seems rushed or unhelpful, politely ask to speak with a supervisor or call back later. Some reps are more willing to go the extra mile than others. The $5 per week per child really does add up, so it's worth the persistence!

I'm dealing with almost the exact same situation right now! Filed for UC with two employers - one approved, one denied, and now I'm stuck with that dreaded "Results Issue Found" status. It's been 12 days so far and I'm losing my mind waiting. From what I've gathered reading through this thread and other forums, the key things seem to be: 1. Keep filing those weekly claims no matter what 2. Document EVERYTHING 3. Be patient (easier said than done!) Your Job B situation honestly sounds like a slam dunk case for eligibility - you gave proper notice and they cut it short in a hostile way. Those text messages are going to be your golden ticket. I'm bookmarking this thread to follow your updates. We're all in this mess together! Hoping we both get some good news soon 🤞

I'm so sorry you're going through this stress! I went through something very similar last year with multiple employers and that "Results Issue Found" status. The waiting is absolutely brutal when you're worried about rent. From my experience, you definitely want to keep filing your weekly claims while this is pending - that's super important for getting backpay once it's resolved. The system evaluates each employer separately, so even if Job B's denial stands, you should still be able to get benefits based on Job A's wages. Your Job B situation actually sounds pretty strong for eligibility - being told to leave immediately after giving proper notice is usually considered involuntary termination. Those text messages are going to be huge in your favor during the review process. I know everyone's timeline is different, but mine took about 3 weeks to resolve and I ended up getting approved for both employers. The examiner called me for a brief interview where I explained what happened, and having documentation made all the difference. Hang in there - most of these cases do work out when you have clear evidence like you do!

@OP - regarding your question about using Claimyr - yes, I used it too when I couldn't get through to ask questions before my hearing. Worth it just to understand what documentation they needed me to bring. The UC rep I finally spoke with actually gave me some tips about how to organize my evidence for the referee.

If it is indeed a net vs. gross reporting issue, bring your pay stubs showing both numbers. Explain that you misunderstood the requirement but were not trying to defraud the system. The referee may find it was a non-fault overpayment, which means you'd still have to repay but without penalties and with the option of a reasonable payment plan. I've seen many cases like this work out okay for the claimant.

Pro tip for anyone else dealing with this - if you have a Wells Fargo account, their transfers from Money Network actually process faster than most other banks. I usually get mine in 2 business days instead of 3. Also, if you're really in a bind for rent money, some landlords will accept Zelle payments, and you can add your Money Network card as a debit card in Zelle for instant transfers (though there might be daily limits). Just another option to consider for future emergencies!

Just wanted to add my experience - I've been on PA UC for about 6 months now and found that Chase Bank consistently takes the full 3 business days for Money Network transfers. However, I discovered that if you really need cash fast, you can use the Money Network card at most grocery stores to get cash back when making a purchase (up to $100-200 depending on the store). This is immediate and doesn't have the same daily limits as ATMs. I've used this at Giant and Weis Markets when I needed quick access to my benefits. Not ideal for large amounts like rent, but helpful for smaller emergency expenses while waiting for the bank transfer to clear.

I'm sorry you're going through this! I had a similar situation a few months ago where I was fired for not being able to work mandatory overtime due to my elderly mother's medical appointments. The separation issue on my claim took about 3 weeks to resolve, but I was eventually approved. The key things that helped my case were: having documentation of my caregiving responsibilities (medical appointment schedules), showing that I had communicated my limitations to my supervisor in writing (emails), and demonstrating that the overtime demands were unreasonable and not part of my original job description. Since you have documented daycare late fees, that's great evidence that you had legitimate childcare obligations. Make sure to bring those receipts to your interview and emphasize that you were a reliable employee who just couldn't accommodate last-minute schedule changes due to your parental responsibilities. PA generally recognizes family care obligations as good cause. Stay strong - the system is frustrating but it does work out for legitimate cases like yours!

I work in HR and deal with these cases regularly. Your situation sounds like a clear case where you should be approved. PA unemployment law specifically protects workers who refuse overtime due to legitimate personal obligations that were communicated to the employer. The fact that your employer knew about your childcare situation and still terminated you for prioritizing your child's needs actually strengthens your case. A few tips for your interview: 1) Bring documentation of your daycare pickup times and late fees, 2) If you have any texts/emails about the overtime requests, bring those too, 3) Stick to the facts - don't get emotional about how unfairly you were treated, 4) Emphasize that you were otherwise a good employee who simply couldn't accommodate unreasonable last-minute demands due to parental responsibilities. The "separation issue" flag is standard procedure when there's any dispute about the reason for termination. It doesn't mean you're likely to be denied - it just means they need to investigate. Most cases involving legitimate childcare conflicts are resolved in the claimant's favor. Keep filing your weekly claims and stay patient!