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THE TRACKER IS A JOKE!!!! Been on unemployment 3 times in PA and EVERY SINGLE TIME they use this excuse. It's just what they say when they don't want to deal with your claim. I was told I was "in the tracker" for 6 WEEKS last time!!! The system is BROKEN and they know it!!
same here man... was told tracker this tracker that and then my claim just expired before anyone ever looked at it. had to start all over again. PA UC is the absolute worst
While I understand your frustration, the tracker system itself isn't the problem - it's the understaffing and overwhelming case volumes that cause these delays. The task management system is actually designed to ensure claims don't slip through the cracks, but when there aren't enough examiners to handle the volume, backlogs develop. If your claim has been in the queue for more than 3 weeks, I recommend contacting your state representative as they can often help expedite matters.
Final update: My claim finally processed today! Took exactly 12 business days after being put in "the tracker." I did end up using Claimyr to reach someone yesterday, and they told me my claim had been assigned to an examiner but was waiting on final approval. Guess that nudge helped because this morning everything switched to paid status and my payment is scheduled for tomorrow. So relieved! Thanks everyone for your help and advice.
Great news! Glad it finally got resolved for you. This is pretty much how it went for me too - just needed that final push to get someone to look at it. Congrats on getting through the PA UC maze!
lucky u only had to wait 12 days lol
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my cousin works for UC and says they're still super understaffed since covid. they lost like half their experienced examiners who retired or quit and the new people take way longer to process claims. not saying its right but thats why everything takes forever now
That makes sense but doesn't make it any easier for those of us who can't pay rent while waiting! Do you know if they're planning to hire more people? Or is this just how it's going to be forever now?
Just as an update for anyone reading this thread later - I contacted Representative Salisbury's office based on this post. They took my information and contacted UC on my behalf. Within a week, my claim that had been pending for 5 months was processed and I received all my backpay. Definitely reach out to your local representatives if you're stuck in the UC system! They can often help move things along much faster than you can on your own.
That's awesome!! So glad it worked for you too! Spread the word to everyone you know who's dealing with UC issues. The system is broken but at least there's a workaround that actually gets results.
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i gave up calling and went to the careerlink office in person. took 3 hours waiting but they have a direct line to UC. got it fixed that way. just bring ur ID and social security card
not all careerlinks can help with UC issues tho. called mine and they said they dont do that anymore. depends which office
UPDATE: Finally got through to someone at UC this morning! For anyone else having this problem - you need to specifically ask them to check your "AROP Status Flag" which got stuck due to the system update. The rep fixed it in minutes and I was able to reopen my claim right away. One week of benefits lost but at least it's working now. Thanks everyone for the help!
Glad you got it fixed! Did they say anything about getting back pay for the week you missed?
They said I could file an appeal for the missed week and explained it was due to the system error, but sounded like it might take 4-6 weeks to process. Better than nothing I guess.
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For anyone looking for their 1099-G form in Pennsylvania, here's what you need to know: 1. They should be available by January 31st by law 2. You access them online through your UC dashboard under "Tax Forms" 3. You can request a paper copy if needed by calling 888-313-7284 4. If you don't receive your form by February 5th, contact UC 5. Remember that all unemployment benefits are taxable income 6. Your 1099-G will show the total benefits paid and any federal taxes withheld It's important to wait until you have this form before filing your taxes to ensure accuracy. The IRS automatically gets a copy, so the amounts need to match what you report.
This is really helpful thx! One question tho - if I had taxes withheld from my weekly payments, will that show up on the 1099 too? I opted to have 10% taken out each week but I'm not sure if that means I still owe taxes or not.
Yes, your 1099-G will show both the total benefits you received and any federal taxes that were withheld. Having 10% withheld is helpful but depending on your overall tax situation, you might still owe additional taxes or be due a refund. The withholding is just an estimate, like the withholding from a regular paycheck.
UPDATE: I just checked my account again today and my 1099-G is now available! For anyone else looking, I found it under the "View Tax Form 1099G" option after logging into my dashboard. It shows the total benefits paid and the tax withholding amount. Thanks everyone for your help!
nice! just checked mine and its there too now. guess they uploaded a batch today
Charlotte White
my friend had her former job appeal after 6 MONTHS of getting benefits and she had already spent all the money on rent and stuff!!! but she won her appeal because she had text messages from her supervisor that contradicted what the company was saying at the hearing. do you have any texts or emails that might help your case??? also write down EXACTLY what your manager said when you reported the drinking issue the first time
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Ella Thompson
Quick update on my situation - I won my employer appeal by focusing on patient safety protocols. The key was proving I followed the established reporting procedure first, and only took additional steps when there was no response to my initial report. The referee specifically noted in her decision that actions taken to protect patient safety, when following reporting chains, don't constitute willful misconduct. I hope this helps with your case!
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Aurora Lacasse
•That's so encouraging to hear! Thank you for coming back to share that. I have documentation showing I reported through proper channels first too, so I'll definitely emphasize that. Did you have an attorney or did you represent yourself?
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