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This is such an eye-opening thread! I'm currently in week 4 of waiting for my benefits because my former employer (a small manufacturing company) hasn't responded to their questionnaire either. I had absolutely no idea about the 30-day rule until reading through all these responses. It's honestly shocking that PA UC doesn't inform claimants about this option upfront - how many people are just sitting there waiting indefinitely when they could be pushing for action? I'm definitely going to call tomorrow and use the specific language everyone mentioned here about "proceeding with determination based on claimant information only." Thank you Ella for sharing your experience and congrats on getting your claim escalated! This community is invaluable for helping each other navigate this broken system.
Sean, I'm so glad this thread is helping people! It's really frustrating that we have to learn about these rules from each other instead of being told upfront by UC. I just went through this exact situation and the 30-day rule was a game changer. When you call tomorrow, definitely be persistent if the first rep doesn't seem to know what you're talking about - not all of them are familiar with this process. Ask to speak with someone who handles employer non-response cases specifically. Also, make sure you mention that it's been 4 weeks since your employer received the questionnaire, so you're well within your rights to request they move forward. Small manufacturing companies often ignore these because they don't want their UC rates to go up, but that's not your problem! Document everything and don't let them brush you off. You've got this!
This thread has been incredibly helpful! I'm dealing with a similar situation - filed my claim 5 weeks ago and my former employer (a local auto shop) hasn't responded to their questionnaire. I've been calling UC almost daily but could never get through, and when I finally did last week, they just told me to "keep waiting." I had no clue about the 30-day rule until reading everyone's responses here. It's honestly infuriating that they don't tell claimants about this option - how many people are suffering financially just waiting around when they could be advocating for themselves? I'm calling first thing tomorrow and specifically asking them to proceed with determination based on my information only, since it's been well over 30 days. Thank you Ella for sharing your experience and everyone else for the detailed advice. This community is a lifesaver when the actual system fails us!
Ingrid, I'm so sorry you're going through this too! The auto shop situation sounds exactly like what happened to me - they probably just threw the questionnaire in a pile and forgot about it. When you call tomorrow, definitely use the exact phrase "proceed with determination based on claimant information only" and mention it's been over 30 days. If they give you any pushback, ask to speak with a supervisor immediately. I learned from this thread that you have to be very specific and persistent - they won't offer this option, you have to demand it. Also, make sure you're still filing your weekly claims even though nothing's being paid yet. The system is absolutely broken and it's ridiculous that we have to fight this hard for our own benefits, but at least we can help each other figure out how to navigate it. Good luck tomorrow - you've got this!
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Yes, I had to call the main PA UC number (888-313-7284). It took forever to get through though. I started calling right when they opened at 8am and still waited on hold for over an hour. If you can't get through, definitely try the Claimyr service I mentioned. It's worth it when you're stressing about money not showing up.
Just to add: the Money Network card also has its own customer service line (1-888-233-5916) that's often easier to reach than the UC service center. They can at least tell you if a payment has been posted to your card or is pending, even if they can't help with claim issues.
I've been dealing with PA UC for about 6 months now and here's what I've learned about timing: The pay date is when they release the funds, but it doesn't mean instant availability. For Money Network cards specifically, I usually see mine post between 11pm-2am the night OF the pay date or by 8am the next morning. So for your 10/7 pay date, check your card balance late Monday night or first thing Tuesday morning. One tip - download the Money Network app if you haven't already. It sends push notifications when deposits hit, so you don't have to keep checking manually. Also, some ATMs (especially PNC) will show pending deposits before they're fully available, which can give you peace of mind that the money is coming. Good luck with your rent situation! Most landlords understand these delays if you communicate with them ahead of time.
This is super helpful info! I didn't know about the Money Network app notifications - just downloaded it and set up alerts. That'll definitely save me from obsessively checking my balance every hour. The tip about PNC ATMs showing pending deposits is great too since there's one right by my apartment. Really appreciate you taking the time to share all these details!
Wow, this is exactly the kind of detailed info I needed! I had no idea about the Money Network app notifications - downloading it now. The timing you mentioned (11pm-2am on pay date or by 8am next day) gives me hope I might actually have the money by Tuesday morning. I'm definitely going to check that PNC ATM near my place too. Thanks for being so thorough with the advice - it really helps calm my nerves about making rent on time!
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Final update: My claim was FINALLY approved yesterday, after almost 8 weeks total! I received all my backpay for the weeks I filed. For anyone else dealing with a federal employment claim - be prepared to wait longer than normal, make sure you get that federal wages form, and keep filing every week while you wait. Thanks again to everyone who helped!
Excellent! Glad to hear your claim was approved. This is helpful information for others in similar situations. Just to confirm - did they pay you for all 8 weeks at once as retroactive payment?
Yes, they paid all 8 weeks at once. It was such a relief to see that money hit my Money Network card after waiting so long! Now I just need to stay on top of the job search requirements.
Congrats on getting approved Emma! This thread is super helpful - I'm in week 4 of waiting on my federal claim (worked for VA hospital) and was starting to panic. Sounds like I need to call and ask about that federal wages form specifically. Did Claimyr actually work well for getting through? The regular UC phone line has been impossible for me too.
Yes, Claimyr worked really well for me! I was skeptical at first but it got me connected to an actual person within about 15-20 minutes instead of spending hours redialing. Definitely worth trying if you've been stuck on the phone lines. And yes, specifically ask about the federal wages form - that was the missing piece for me. At week 4 you're right in that timeframe where you should probably call to make sure nothing is missing from your claim. Good luck!
@Angel Campbell - I m'also waiting on a federal claim worked (for the Department of Defense and) I m'at week 5 now. Based on what everyone s'shared here, it seems like that federal wages form is crucial. I called yesterday using the regular line and couldn t'get through after 3 hours of trying. Might have to try that Claimyr service too. Have you checked your mail for any forms they might have sent? Some people mentioned they mail it instead of putting it in the portal.
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I've been on PA UC for about 4 months now and can confirm everything everyone is saying here! The Tuesday/Wednesday deposit pattern is totally normal when filing on Sunday. What helped me the most was setting up text alerts through the Money Network app - you'll get a notification as soon as the deposit hits your account, which takes away some of the guesswork. Also, I noticed that if there's a federal holiday on Monday, it almost always pushes the deposit to Wednesday instead of Tuesday. The 2-3 business day rule is really accurate, just remember that weekends and holidays don't count as business days. Hope this helps ease some anxiety for the newer folks - we've all been there with the uncertainty!
Thanks for mentioning the Money Network text alerts @Chloe Martin! I just signed up for unemployment and had no idea that was an option. That's going to be so helpful for planning when I can expect the money to hit. The point about federal holidays pushing it to Wednesday is really good to know too - I wouldn't have thought about that affecting the timing. It's amazing how much practical knowledge everyone in this community has shared in this thread!
Just wanted to add my experience as someone who's been dealing with PA UC deposits for about 8 months now. The Tuesday/Wednesday timing everyone mentioned is exactly right, but I've also noticed that during busy periods (like around holidays or when there are a lot of new claims being processed), it tends to lean more toward Wednesday. One thing that really helped me was setting up a separate savings account just for UC deposits so I could track the patterns better. Also, if you ever get a deposit that's significantly different from your usual amount, don't panic - sometimes they do adjustments for things like tax withholdings or if there were issues with previous weeks. Always check your payment history on the UC dashboard to see the breakdown. This community has been such a lifesaver for navigating all the confusing parts of the system!
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this is my first time on unemployment do i need to do anything special for the new card or does it just come automatically?
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•The Money Network card should be sent to you automatically if you're currently receiving UC benefits. If you just recently filed your initial claim, you might receive the card before you receive any payments. Once you get the card, make sure to activate it right away using the instructions that come with it.
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I'm in the same boat - was really worried about this! Based on what everyone's saying here, it sounds like we should still get our Thursday checks as normal since they're the last paper checks before the switch. I called UC yesterday and they confirmed that any payments processed before the 24th will still come as paper checks. The card system doesn't kick in until next week's payment cycle. So fingers crossed we'll both get our checks on time! Just make sure you have your Money Network card ready to activate for next week's payment.
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