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this happened to me last memorial day too! just when u need the money most everything gets delayed lol
For future reference, you can usually check the PA UC website under "Payment Information" to see if there are any scheduled delays posted. They don't always advertise it well, but sometimes they'll put a notice up a few days before major holidays. Also, if you're really tight on funds, some banks will let you set up overdraft protection or a small line of credit to cover situations like this where payments get delayed by a day or two. Might be worth looking into so you don't have to stress about rent being late due to holiday delays.
That's really helpful advice about checking the PA UC website and setting up overdraft protection! I never thought to look for notices there. Do you know if they usually post those holiday delay notices pretty far in advance, or is it more like last minute? I'd love to be able to plan better for these situations in the future.
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I just went through this exact process and won my Board appeal after losing at the referee level! It took about 4.5 months but it was absolutely worth it. My situation was similar - employer claimed misconduct but I had legitimate reasons. The Board really does look at whether the law was applied correctly, not just the facts. A few things that helped me: I kept detailed records of everything, continued filing weekly claims (even though it felt pointless), and focused my appeal letter on the legal errors rather than rehashing my story. The wait is brutal financially but don't give up! The statistics show people do win these appeals regularly. Also, definitely keep doing your work searches during the appeal - I almost messed that up and would have lost weeks of back pay. You've got this!
This is exactly what I needed to hear! Thank you for sharing your success story. 4.5 months feels like forever when you're struggling financially, but knowing that people with similar situations actually do win gives me hope. I'm definitely going to focus on the legal errors angle in my appeal letter like you and others have suggested. Can I ask - did your employer continue to fight it at the Board level or did they not respond? I'm curious if having multiple company representatives at my hearing means they'll keep fighting or if they might back off now that they got their "win" at the referee level.
I'm in a similar boat - just got denied at my referee hearing last month and filed my Board appeal two weeks ago. Reading through all these responses is really encouraging, especially hearing from people who actually won their appeals after losing at the referee level. My case also involves attendance issues due to medical problems (chronic migraines), and like you, I had documentation but the referee seemed to focus more on the company's policy than the medical necessity of my absences. The whole hearing felt like the referee had already made up their mind before I even spoke. I'm definitely going to take the advice here about focusing on legal errors in my appeal rather than just repeating my story. It sounds like the Board really does look at whether the law was properly applied, which gives me hope since I feel like the referee completely ignored the medical exemptions in PA law. Thanks for posting this question - it's exactly what I needed to read today. We've got to stick together and not let this broken system defeat us!
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UPDATE: The money just hit my card this morning! That's about 3 business days from the payment date. Thanks everyone for your help!
That's awesome news! So glad you finally got your payment after all that waiting. For future reference, the 3 business day timeline seems pretty standard for Money Network cards. Just a heads up - since you mentioned you've been surviving on credit cards, make sure to keep track of all your UC payments for tax purposes. The state will send you a 1099-G form, but it's good to have your own records too. Hope things get easier for you from here on out!
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Has anyone had success getting a waiver? My mom got a non-fault overpayment for $4100 and she's on fixed income (disability). Wondering if that qualifies for hardship waiver??
Fixed income situations like disability often do qualify for hardship waivers, especially for non-fault overpayments. She should definitely apply for the waiver and provide documentation of her disability income and monthly expenses. The form is available on the PA UC website under "Overpayment Information.
Update: I called today (after trying for 2 days straight) and finally got through! They approved me for a $90/month payment plan based on my current income. They didn't even ask for documentation, just asked about my monthly expenses and income. Thanks everyone for the advice - such a relief to have this figured out!
That's such great news! Really happy you got it resolved. For anyone else reading this - it sounds like persistence with calling really does pay off, even though it took a couple days to get through. $90/month seems very manageable for your situation. Did they give you any paperwork or confirmation number for the payment plan agreement?
That's fantastic news! So relieved to hear you got it worked out. Quick question - when you set up the payment plan, did they give you the option to pay online or do you have to mail checks each month? I'm hoping to avoid the hassle of remembering to mail payments if I end up in a similar situation.
Ava Rodriguez
I'm so sorry you're going through this stress! I went through something similar when my benefits ended unexpectedly early. One thing that helped me was immediately applying for other assistance programs while I figured out my next steps. Since you mentioned staying home with kids, definitely look into WIC if you haven't already - it's specifically for families with young children and can help with groceries. Also, many local churches and community organizations have emergency assistance funds that can help with utilities or rent for a month or two while you transition. It's not ideal, but these resources can buy you some breathing room to plan your next move without panicking. Hang in there - this situation is temporary even though it feels overwhelming right now.
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Kayla Morgan
•Thank you so much for this advice! I hadn't even thought about WIC - I was on it when my older kid was little but forgot to reapply after the baby. And you're right about community resources, I should swallow my pride and reach out. I've been so focused on the unemployment ending that I haven't thought about other support options. It really does help to hear from someone who went through the same thing and came out the other side. I'm going to start making some calls tomorrow.
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Zoe Stavros
I'm really sorry you're dealing with this shock - the PA UC system's terminology is incredibly misleading! Just to add one more resource that might help: if you're looking for immediate assistance while transitioning, check out 211 (dial 2-1-1 or visit pa211.org). They can connect you with local food banks, emergency financial assistance, and other support services in your area. Also, some utility companies have hardship programs that can defer payments for a few months if you call and explain your situation. I know it's scary when your financial plans get turned upside down like this, but there are more safety nets available than you might realize. Take it one day at a time and don't be afraid to ask for help - that's what these programs are there for!
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Austin Leonard
•This is such helpful information! I had no idea about 211 - that sounds like exactly what I need right now. I'm definitely going to call them tomorrow morning. And yes, you're so right about the terminology being misleading. I feel like such an idiot for not understanding, but reading everyone's responses here makes me realize I'm not alone in being confused by how they word everything. It's really comforting to know there are people who understand what I'm going through and are willing to share resources. Thank you for taking the time to help a stranger - it means more than you know!
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