also make sure ur continously looking for work after u quit cuz u still need to fulfill work search requirements even with a medical situation!!! u need to look for jobs that dont aggravate ur condition

I went through something very similar when I was working in manufacturing. Got injured lifting heavy parts, did light duty for months, then they wanted me back on the same line. Here's what I wish I had done differently - document EVERYTHING from day one. Take photos of your medical paperwork, save all emails, and if your supervisor is only talking to you verbally about returning to that position, follow up with an email like "As we discussed today, you're requiring me to return to [specific job duties] despite my medical restrictions." That creates a paper trail. Also, don't let them pressure you into a quick decision tomorrow - you have the right to request reasonable time to consult with your doctor and explore accommodations. If they fire you for not immediately agreeing to work that could reinjure you, that's actually better for your UC case than quitting. Stay strong and protect your health first!

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.

I went through a similar appeal process last year for attendance issues and won! One thing I'd add to all the great advice here is to also gather any evidence showing you were a reliable employee outside of the tardiness issue - like if you stayed late to make up time, rarely called out sick, or covered shifts for others. This helps show the judge that your tardiness wasn't part of a broader pattern of unreliability. Also, if your company had any accommodations process for transportation issues that you weren't made aware of, that could work in your favor. Good luck with your appeal - from what you've described, you have a solid case!

Just checking back - were you able to get this fixed? Did going to CareerLink in person help?

I'm so glad you got it resolved by going in person! This is exactly why I always tell people to document everything when dealing with UC issues. Your experience shows how broken the system is - a single mom shouldn't have to jump through hoops to prove that THEIR website wasn't working. But at least now other parents in similar situations know that going to CareerLink in person with documentation can actually get results. Hope your payment comes through quickly!

@Claimyr service person - yes it's legit. I was skeptical too but when I called the regular UC number for the 50th time and got another busy signal, I gave it a try. It's basically an automated system that keeps dialing until it gets through, then it connects you. Saved me hours of frustration.

As someone who just started collecting UC benefits this month, this thread has been incredibly helpful! I was also confused by the different status labels showing up in my payment history. It's reassuring to know that "taxes withheld" and "partial check" are just different ways the system categorizes payments based on your specific situation that week. The PA unemployment system really could use better documentation explaining what all these different statuses mean - seems like a lot of us are figuring it out through trial and error or community help like this. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences!

To answer your follow-up question: You don't need to call UC specifically to tell them you're starting a job. Just report it accurately on your weekly certification. When you answer "Yes" to the question about whether you worked or earned wages, you'll be prompted to enter the employer information and your earnings for that week. If the job doesn't work out, you'll need to reopen your existing claim (not file a new one). You can do this online through your PA UC dashboard. There will be questions about why the job ended - be honest and straightforward. If they terminated you during the probationary period, that should be considered "not your fault" and your previous claim should continue. Just remember that any earnings will need to be reported for the weeks you work, and those earnings may reduce or eliminate your benefit payment for those specific weeks, depending on how much you earn.

Just wanted to add one more consideration that might be helpful - since you mentioned this offer came without an interview and seems a bit rushed, make sure you get everything in writing before you start. Get a clear job description, the exact probation period terms, and what the evaluation criteria are for the probation period. Also, document your first day of work carefully because PA UC will want exact dates when you report your employment. Take a photo of your first paycheck stub too - it'll have your start date and employer info that UC might ask for later. I know the offer seems sketchy, but $22/hr is definitely better than UC payments, and from what others have shared here, it sounds like you should be able to resume your benefits if things don't work out. The fact that you're being proactive about understanding the rules puts you in a much better position than most people. Good luck with whatever you decide!