So if I understand correctly: I need to file for all 27 weeks including that first week, but I'll only get paid for 26 weeks initially, and then get that first week paid at the very end IF I use all my benefits? That seems so weird but I guess it makes sense from their perspective.

when i was on unemployment last year i totally forgot about the waiting week and was freaking out when my first payment didnt come. called like 50 times lol. just remember u gotta keep filing every week even if u dont get paid that first one!!!!

FINAL UPDATE: Just wanted to close the loop here - my first two weeks of payments hit my Money Network card this morning! The rep was right about them processing in batches. Hopefully the other two weeks will clear soon, but this is enough to cover rent. Thanks again to everyone who helped me understand the process.

thats awesome! glad its working out for you and you got your rent covered!

Yes, absolutely start documenting your work search activities now! If you win your appeal, you'll need to certify that you completed the required activities for each week you're claiming. Keep a log with: - Date of activity - Type of activity (job application, interview, networking event, etc) - Employer/website name - Position applied for - Contact information If you can't provide this information when asked, you could be denied benefits even if you win your appeal about the separation issue.

update us after ur appeal!! hope it goes ok. the waiting is the worst part :/

did u check ur dashboard under "view correspondance"? sometimes they send letters explaining the issues there but dont mail them to u

UPDATE: I found letters in the correspondence section explaining 2 of the 4 issues! They were waiting for info from 2 employers. Then I tried that Claimyr service someone mentioned and got through to an agent! She told me the other 2 issues were just routine verification that wouldn't hold payment. My payment should process next week! Thank you all for the help!!

This is great news that it's just showing the old January message. That confirms it's definitely a system display issue rather than a new determination. For future reference for anyone reading this thread - always check the actual date stamps on UC notices, not just when they appear in your dashboard. The Statement of Benefits you requested will be your definitive proof of current status. Save that PDF somewhere safe outside the UC portal. And continue filing your weekly claims as required to maintain your benefits without interruption.

glad it worked out for u! i swear the PA UC system just randomly throws old messages at us to see if we'll panic lol

my sister works for the state (not unemployment but different department) and she told me that there system is really old and sometimes shows different status messages that don't match up right. she said as long as somethings moving forward and changing status that's usually good news. hope that helps

UPDATE: You guys were right! Just checked my account and the money hit my Money Network card this morning! Just wanted to update in case anyone else has the same confusion I did. Took exactly 14 days from initial filing to payment. Thanks for all the help and explaining the different statuses!

I went through something similar last year. The key for me was documenting the inconsistencies in what my employer said. If they told your husband they were restructuring but then claimed a policy violation to UC, that's a huge red flag the referee will notice. In my case, I had my denial overturned and received backpay for all the weeks I was eligible. Make sure your husband keeps filing his weekly claims even while waiting for the appeal hearing - that way if you win, he'll get paid for all those weeks.

Yes, he should absolutely resume filing weekly claims immediately! This is one of the most common mistakes people make. Even when denied, you should continue filing your weekly claims while appealing. If you win your appeal, you can only be paid for weeks you properly filed for. He may have already lost some weeks of potential benefits, but he should start filing again right away to prevent losing more. In some cases, you can request to file for past weeks by calling UC and explaining that you didn't understand you needed to keep filing, but it's not guaranteed they'll allow it.

ur lucky u got through to someone! how long were u on hold????

About 2 hours! I started calling right when they opened at 8am. The wait was worth it though, I feel much more confident about my appeal now.

my cousin waited 5 months for her appeal and still got denied anyway. the whole thing is just a way for them to avoid paying us what we deserve. good luck but dont get your hopes up

FINAL UPDATE: Had my hearing this morning and I WON MY APPEAL!!! The referee immediately ruled in my favor when my former employer couldn't explain why they gave different reasons for my termination. Now they're saying it will take 2-3 weeks for payments to start processing, but at least I'll be getting all the back payments from October! Thanks everyone for your help and support during this incredibly stressful time. For anyone else going through appeals - document EVERYTHING and don't give up!

Mine was classified as "non-fraud" too but they STILL denied my waiver request!! The whole system is designed to squeeze money out of people who can least afford it. They make the forms complicated ON PURPOSE so people will give up and just pay.

For those facing tax refund offsets due to PA UC overpayments, it's important to understand that there is a formal appeal process if you believe the offset was incorrect. You have 30 days from the date on the Treasury offset notice to appeal in writing. This is separate from the PA UC overpayment appeal process. Note that successfully appealing the tax offset itself is rare unless there's been a procedural error, but it's still an option available to you. Common successful appeal reasons include: 1. The debt was already paid in full 2. The debt was discharged in bankruptcy 3. You've established an approved payment plan (though this doesn't always prevent offset) 4. You weren't properly notified about the potential offset Also, if you filed jointly with a spouse who isn't responsible for the overpayment, they can file an Injured Spouse claim (Form 8379) to get their portion of the refund returned.