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just want to add... if u win the appeal youll get all back payments from when he first applied so dont stress about the money part yet. focus on geting all your docs together for the hearing.
Thank you all for the advice! We're definitely going to appeal and will start gathering all the documentation mentioned. I'll try to get something in writing from his manager about approving the dental absence, keep filing weekly claims, and prepare all medical documentation. Really appreciate everyone's help!
Just to update with some additional clarification: The approval with a pending appeal period is standard procedure. If your former employer doesn't respond by 6/20, the system should automatically release your payment within 3-5 business days after that date. On rare occasions, employers will appeal old claims if they think there's a mistake. However, since you only claimed 4 weeks and it's been 3 years, it's unlikely your former employer will bother. They'd have to demonstrate you weren't eligible at that time, which would require them to dig up old records and attend a hearing. If you want peace of mind, check both your payment status and your message center regularly after 6/20.
Just make sure your banking info is updated in the system if it's changed since 2022! I had a similar situation and my payment went to a closed account, which caused another whole month of delays to get it straightened out.
make sure he keeps track of ALL hours worked and money earned!!! they'll ask for that every week when he files. my boyfriend got in trouble for estimating instead of being exact
One other thing to consider - if your husband belongs to a union, there might be additional benefits or programs available through them during this situation. Just something else to look into alongside the UC claim.
Quick update on Money Network cards since there's been some confusion: As of April 2025, PA UC has fully transitioned to the new Money Network card system. Any backpay related to claims filed after January 2025 will go to your card if that's your selected method. Pre-2025 claims might still follow the old system where larger amounts were sometimes sent as checks. This might explain why people have different experiences.
hey did u ever get ur money? im in the same boat now and want to know if its better to just select check instead of card
Zara Mirza
My first payment took exactly 5 business days after the payment date showed up in my portal. And I didn't even change any banking info. The PA UC system is just ridiculously slow! But the good news is once you get that first payment, the rest come like clockwork. Every week on the same day for me.
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Diego Chavez
UPDATE: I was able to speak with a UC rep this morning (used Claimyr and got through in about 30 mins). They confirmed my payment is scheduled to be deposited tomorrow! The rep said changing the direct deposit info did cause a short verification hold, but since it's been processed now, I should see the funds by tomorrow afternoon. Such a relief - just in time to pay my landlord.
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Nia Harris
•Awesome! Glad it worked out!
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