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One last piece of advice - make a copy of your decision letter when it arrives and keep it forever. If PA UC ever tries to bring this up again (even years later), having that documentation will immediately shut it down. Also, if the decision is in your favor, check your UC account online after about 2-3 weeks to confirm the overpayment has been removed from your balance. Sometimes they're slow to update the system even after a favorable decision.
This is excellent advice. I'd also recommend keeping a copy of the referee's full written decision, not just the determination letter. The reasoning in the decision can be helpful if there are ever questions about your claim in the future. PA UC sometimes revisits old claims during routine audits.
I went through almost the exact same situation last year! My employer was a no-show for my non-fault overpayment appeal and I was terrified about what it meant. The good news is that I won my case - the referee ruled that without the employer present to dispute my evidence, my documentation of being laid off due to restructuring was sufficient proof. The decision took about 12 days to arrive by mail, and like others mentioned, it came in a plain white envelope that could easily be mistaken for junk mail. Within 3 weeks of receiving the favorable decision, the overpayment was completely removed from my UC account online. Your layoff letter stating "lack of work" should be strong evidence in your favor, especially since your employer chose not to defend their position. Try not to stress too much while you wait - I know it's easier said than done! Keep checking your mailbox daily and your UC account online for any updates.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! This gives me a lot of hope. It's really reassuring to hear from someone who went through the exact same thing and came out okay. I've been checking my mailbox obsessively since the hearing and refreshing my UC account multiple times a day. Did you get any kind of confirmation or notification online before the letter arrived, or did the letter come first? I'm trying to manage my anxiety while I wait but it's so hard when $4,200 is hanging over my head!
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Update for anyone who finds this thread later: Finally got my hearing notice today - took exactly 4 weeks and 2 days from when I filed my appeal. The hearing is scheduled for phone, but I'm going to request in-person since I have a lot of documentation to present. Thanks everyone for the advice! I'll post again after the hearing to let you know how it went.
Great news! Remember you can also fax or upload your documentation in advance so the referee has it before the hearing. This is sometimes better than trying to explain documents over the phone. Good luck!
Wow, congrats on getting your hearing date Fatima! That timeline matches what I experienced - about 4 weeks. One thing I'd add is to make sure you have a quiet, private space for your phone hearing if you decide to stick with that option. I made the mistake of taking mine in a coffee shop and the background noise was really distracting. Also, speak slowly and clearly - the referee needs to take notes on everything you say. If you do go in-person, arrive at least 15 minutes early to get familiar with the room setup. Rooting for you!
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Update: Just wanted to let everyone know that my payments hit my Money Network card today - exactly 8 days after winning the appeal! All my back payments came at once. Such a relief! Thanks everyone for your help and advice.
congrats! bet that feels amazing
Great news! Glad it was on the faster end of the timeline. Thanks for coming back to update us - it's helpful for others in the same situation.
That's fantastic news Sofia! 8 days is pretty reasonable all things considered. I'm currently waiting on my appeal decision (should hear back any day now) and this gives me hope that if I win, I won't be waiting forever for the payments. Did you get any kind of notification before the money hit your card, or did it just show up? Also wondering if the back payments came as one lump sum or broken out by week?
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Great job being proactive about getting the documentation! One thing that really helped me when I went through a similar situation was keeping a detailed timeline of events. Write down exactly when you started the job, when your back problems began/worsened, any conversations you had with supervisors about your condition, and when you made the decision to quit. Having those specific dates and details ready for your fact-finding interview will show you're organized and credible. Also, if you have any text messages or emails related to your back pain or job struggles during those two weeks, screenshot them as additional evidence. The more documentation you can provide, the stronger your case will be.
This is excellent advice about keeping a timeline! I wish I had thought to document everything while it was happening, but I'll definitely write down what I can remember now. I do have a few text messages I sent to my brother complaining about my back pain during those two weeks at work - definitely going to screenshot those. Thanks for the tip about being specific with dates too, I'll make sure to have all that ready for the interview.
Just wanted to add that when you get your doctor's note, make sure it includes specific language about your inability to perform "heavy lifting," "repetitive bending," or whatever specific physical demands were required at the warehouse job. PA UC looks for clear connections between your medical limitations and the job requirements you couldn't meet. Also, if your doctor can reference your pre-existing back injury and how the warehouse work aggravated it, that strengthens your case that this wasn't a new condition you were trying to use as an excuse. I've seen cases where people got approved even without getting the doctor's note before quitting, as long as they could prove the medical condition existed and made the job impossible to continue. Stay positive and keep fighting for what you're entitled to!
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UPDATE: I just got my hearing notice in the mail today!! It's scheduled for May 18th at 10:45am and will be by phone. That's about 3 weeks from when I got the first letter. Now I need to get all my evidence together. Thanks everyone for the advice and support!
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•Great! Here's a quick checklist for your preparation: 1. Make copies of all your doctor's notes 2. Print out any text messages or emails showing you notified your employer about absences 3. Review your company's attendance policy if you have access to it 4. Write down a chronological timeline of events 5. Practice explaining your situation clearly and concisely 6. Be ready 15 minutes before the scheduled call time 7. Have a pen and paper ready to take notes during the hearing Good luck! Let us know how it goes.
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That's awesome news about getting your hearing date! May 18th gives you plenty of time to prepare. Since it's a phone hearing, make sure you're in a quiet location with good reception and have all your documents organized in front of you where you can easily reference them. One additional tip - if you have any prescription records or pharmacy receipts that correspond to your illness dates, those can also help support your case. They show a pattern of medical treatment that backs up your doctor's notes. You've got this! The fact that you have documentation and proof of notifying your employer puts you in a much better position than many people who go into these hearings.
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Chloe Boulanger
•That's such a relief that you got your hearing date! I'm new to this whole UC appeal process myself and seeing your timeline really helps. The pharmacy records tip is brilliant - I never would have thought of that. It's encouraging to see someone who actually has their documentation together. I'm dealing with a similar situation where I'm waiting to hear back on my own appeal, and reading through this thread has been incredibly helpful. Thanks for updating us and best of luck on May 18th!
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