just checked my card and my payment FINALLY posted!! check yours now maybe?

this happens like every 3 months tbh... the PA UC system is always breaking down in some way... get used to it lol

Have you tried applying at a different time of day? Sometimes the website works better very late at night or early morning. Also make sure you're using the right website (www.uc.pa.gov) and not an old bookmarked page from your COVID claim.

I want to clarify something important: Even though you're having trouble filing, you should document the date you first attempted to file. Pennsylvania has a provision for "backdating" claims when technical issues prevent filing. Once you get through to a representative, explain that you've been attempting to file since [date] but were prevented by technical issues. They can often backdate your claim to when you first became eligible, rather than when you finally get through the system. This is especially important for preserving your full benefit amount and eligibility weeks. Just make sure you keep records of all your attempts to file and contact them.

make sure u check ur payment status on the uc website! sometimes it says "paid" on there for days b4 the money actually shows up in ur account

One more tip - if your backdated payments don't show up within 2 weeks of filing those weeks, there might be an issue that needs addressing. The payment status section should show each week as either "pending," "in progress," or "paid." If any week shows a different status or has been pending for more than 10 days, you should definitely call to check what's happening. Sometimes backdated weeks can trigger automatic reviews even after initial approval.

My freind got denied for attendance too but it was cuz she missed whole days not just late. I think ur case is stronger since u always showed up just a few mins late. teh appeal hearing is over phone now post-covid which makes it less scary too

After your appeal is filed, begin preparing for the hearing by organizing your evidence chronologically. You'll likely receive instructions about submitting evidence before the hearing date. Make sure to follow these exactly - if you're required to send copies to both the Unemployment Office and your former employer, failure to do so could result in your evidence being excluded. During the hearing itself, listen carefully to questions and answer directly without volunteering additional information unless it directly supports your case. Remember that PA uses a 'weekly claim' system, so even while waiting for your appeal, continue filing your weekly certifications to preserve your claim for those weeks.

Regarding your question about job searches during a partial week - PA requires you to make

This helps a ton! I updated my LinkedIn and looked at a couple job boards the day after being laid off, so I'll document those. Thanks for all the great advice - feeling much more confident about filing now.

Thanks everyone for the advice! I decided to quit the commission job and just reported it on my weekly certification. I explained that the job was misrepresented during the interview (they never mentioned it was 100% commission with no base salary). My claim is still being processed, so I'll update once I hear anything.

UPDATE: My claim was approved!!! They actually accepted my explanation about the commission-only job without even requiring an appeal. The UC examiner agreed that a commission-only position wasn't suitable work compared to my previous salaried position. Just wanted to update everyone who helped me. Make sure you're honest about everything on your certifications!

The UC system is DELIBERATELY CONFUSING to discourage people from getting benefits they're entitled to!!! They make it hard on purpose and hope you'll just give up. I had THREE different "investigations" on my claim last year. Keep fighting them!!

UPDATE: I finally got through to someone at UC! The IP investigation was because I had worked in two different states in my base year and they were verifying my wages. The rep said it should be resolved within 5-7 business days. Thanks everyone for your help and advice!

Just to follow up on my earlier advice - I checked with a colleague who specializes in additional claims, and there's one more thing you should try. Call the UC helpline again, but instead of asking about the status, specifically request to speak with an examiner about your \

Thank you so much! I'll definitely try this tomorrow morning. I'll ask specifically about the status escalation form if they can't transfer me to an examiner. I really appreciate everyone's help here - feeling a bit more hopeful now about getting this resolved!

As someone who's been through the PA UC system multiple times, here's what you need to know about their callback system: 1. The estimated callback times are very approximate 2. They may call up to 4 hours after the scheduled time 3. If they're overloaded, some callbacks get pushed to the next day 4. They'll attempt to call twice if you miss the first one 5. The caller ID usually shows as "Unknown" or "No Caller ID" If you have an open issue that's been holding up payments for 3 weeks, I'd recommend trying to call them directly first thing tomorrow morning (7:30am sharp). That's usually when the lines are least busy.

UPDATE: They finally called at 4:32pm! Almost 4 hours after the scheduled time. The agent was actually really helpful and fixed the open issue right away. For anyone with similar problems - don't give up, and keep your phone nearby all day even if they miss the scheduled time. Thanks everyone for the advice!

Just FYI - you need to create a separate login for the Money Network app that's different from your PA UC login. That confused me for days! The card comes with instructions but they're not very clear about this. If you're having trouble registering on the app, make sure you're creating a new account specifically for Money Network, not trying to use your UC credentials.

On a positive note, the Money Network app is actually pretty decent. You can set up notifications for when deposits hit your card, lock/unlock the card if you're worried about fraud, and see all your transaction history. You can also transfer funds to your bank account right from the app instead of having to call in like with the old system. Much more convenient overall.