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By the way, since your employer didn't show up, did the referee explain to you what that means procedurally? Sometimes they'll put on the record that the employer's absence means they can't contest certain facts. Did anything like that happen?
The referee did mention that since the employer wasn't present, they wouldn't be able to provide any testimony regarding the circumstances of my separation. He said he'd be making his decision based on my testimony and whatever documentation was already in the file. I'm not sure exactly what was in the file though - I guess that includes whatever my employer submitted when they initially contested my claim.
Just checking back - has your decision arrived yet? Most people should hear something within 5-7 business days. If it's been more than 10 business days, you might want to try contacting the Referee Office directly.
I actually just got my decision letter yesterday - APPROVED! The referee determined that I was laid off due to lack of work, which is exactly what happened. My employer tried to claim I was fired for performance, but since they didn't show up to provide evidence, the referee sided with me. My backpay should be processed within the next few days. Such a relief after almost 2 months of waiting! Thanks everyone for your help and encouragement.
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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!
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OK so I just filed my new claim after my benefit year ended. The system is showing "pending" right now. I'm still so nervous about what's going to happen. I really appreciate everyone's help and advice here. I'll update once I hear something back from UC about whether I'm approved or denied for a new benefit year.
Good job filing the claim! The pending status is normal and could take 2-3 weeks to process. In the meantime, I'd recommend intensifying your job search and also looking into PA's Rapid Response services and other support programs. Keep us posted on your determination.
When my benefit year ended last month, I had major problems with my new application because the system didn't recognize my employer's business ID correctly. I ended up getting a denial letter with incorrect information. After trying to call for three days straight and never getting through, I found out about claimyr.com from a friend. They connected me to a PA UC agent who fixed everything in one call. My new claim went from denied to approved in 48 hours after they corrected the employer information. Just sharing in case anyone else runs into similar issues.
Thanks for sharing this! If I get denied I might try that service. Did the agent explain why you were initially denied or was it just a system error with your employer's info?
It was a system error - my employer had changed their business name but kept the same EIN, and the UC system couldn't match it properly to my wage records. The agent said this happens more often than people think, especially with companies that rebrand or get acquired. She was able to manually verify my wages and update the employer info in like 10 minutes. Without that call I probably would have been stuck in appeals hell for months!
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Just an FYI - make sure you continue filing your weekly claims even while waiting for the payment to show up. I made the mistake of thinking I didn't need to file during that limbo period and lost a week of benefits. Don't be like me!
Oh that's a really good reminder, thank you! I'll make sure to keep filing on schedule.
I had something similar happen about 6 months ago - went from denial to approval in the same day! In my case, the transaction numbers appeared on the Friday afternoon (claim was approved on Thursday), and I had the money on my card by the following Tuesday. Since you're already seeing benefit amounts on your dashboard, that's the hardest part behind you. The waiting is brutal when you're down to your last $20 though - I totally get that stress. Just keep checking your dashboard early in the morning (around 6-7 AM) over the next couple days, that's usually when the system updates with transaction numbers.
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And DON'T FORGET they require job search activities EVERY WEEK now. You have to apply to at least 2 jobs and do 1 other "work search activity" EVERY. SINGLE. WEEK. Miss one week and they can deny your benefits!!!
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Nalani Liu
•Oh wow, didn't know about the weekly job search requirements. Thanks for the heads up!
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Jake Sinclair
Just wanted to add - if you're still confused about your specific situation, you can also check your wage records online through the PA UC portal before applying. Go to the PA UC website and look for "View Wage Records" or something similar. It will show you exactly what wages they have on file for each quarter, so you can calculate if you meet the minimum requirements. This saved me a lot of stress because I could see my exact earnings for each quarter in 2024 before filing. Also, make sure all your employers reported your wages correctly - I found one employer had the wrong SSN on file which delayed my claim!
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Malik Johnson
•This is super helpful! I didn't know you could check wage records online first. That would definitely save me from applying and then finding out I don't qualify. Do you remember what section of the PA UC website it was under? I'm looking now but there are so many links and I don't want to accidentally start an application before I'm ready.
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