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PA UC website login problems - wrong password error today despite correct credentials?
Is anyone else getting locked out of their PA unemployment portal today? I've been filing my weekly claims without any problems for the past month, but when I tried to log in this morning to submit my work search activities, the system kept saying my password was incorrect. I KNOW it's the right password - I've been using the same one since I opened my claim in January! I've tried clearing my browser cache, using a different browser, even typed it super slowly to make sure I wasn't making a typo. Nothing works. Is the UC website having technical issues today or should I be worried my account got hacked or something? I really need to file before Sunday deadline!
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PA UC Disqualification after TTEC no-show at hearing - how to get it reversed?
I'm at my wit's end with PA unemployment! Just had my appeal hearing yesterday and TTEC (my previous employer) didn't even bother to show up! But somehow the referee STILL disqualified me from benefits?? The decision doesn't even address the real reason I had to resign - it's like they weren't listening at all. I literally had no choice but to quit - my department was being eliminated, they wanted to transfer me to a position with completely different hours that I couldn't work because of my child's medical appointments. I explained all this at the hearing! Do I need to call and ask for an examiner to review this? Can I file another appeal? I've been waiting 6 weeks already for this hearing and now I'm back to square one. Bills are piling up fast and I don't know what to do. Has anyone dealt with getting incorrectly disqualified when the employer doesn't even show up for the hearing??
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One more important point: While your Board appeal is pending, make sure you continue filing your weekly claims! If you win your appeal, you'll only get paid for weeks you properly certified. Many people stop filing during appeals and then can't get those weeks paid even if they ultimately win.
Oh! I didn't know this. I actually stopped filing after getting the disqualification. Should I go back and try to file for those missed weeks now? Or just start filing again going forward?
You should file for the current week right away and contact UC about the missed weeks. In some cases, they'll allow you to backdate certifications if you can show good cause for missing them (like being confused after a disqualification). But regardless, definitely start filing weekly claims again immediately.
Welcome to PA UC where the rules are made up and your evidence doesn't matter! Seriously though, make sure you use the exact magic words "necessitous and compelling" in your Board appeal. The whole system runs on these specific legal terms. I got denied TWICE before I figured this out, then won my third appeal using those exact words even though I was saying the same thing all along. RIDICULOUS system.
Will PA UC pay my 8 weeks of benefits if I find a job? Still need to file weekly?
Hey everyone, I've been stuck in UC limbo for almost 8 weeks now with no payments. My claim shows 'eligible' but I still haven't seen a dime because of some unspecified 'open issue.' I've called literally 200+ times but can't get through to anyone. I finally have a job interview tomorrow that looks promising! My question is: If I get this job, will PA UC still pay me for these 8 weeks I've been waiting? Or do they just cancel everything once you're employed? And should I keep filing my weekly claims during this weird in-between period? If I start working, do I just report my income on those weekly certifications? Really stressed about potentially losing $4,200 that I've been counting on to catch up on bills that are now seriously overdue. Any advice appreciated!
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my brother had the same thing last month and he got a job and they paid him all back pay like 2 weeks after he started working it was weird timing lol
To summarize what everyone is saying: 1. KEEP filing your weekly claims even after you start working 2. Report your work and earnings accurately (what you EARNED that week, not what you got paid) 3. Continue filing until your issues are resolved and you get your back pay 4. Try to reach PA UC either through normal channels, Claimyr, or contacting your state representative if needed You're absolutely entitled to benefits for the weeks you were eligible and properly filed claims. Finding a job doesn't erase that eligibility. Good luck with your interview!
PA UC website throwing 'page not found' errors today - can't access my claim!
Is anyone else getting 'page not found' errors on the PA unemployment website today? I've been trying to log in for the past 3 hours to file my weekly claim and keep hitting a brick wall. Tried on Chrome, Firefox, even my phone - nothing works! The site loads the initial login page but as soon as I enter my SSN and PIN, it crashes to a page not found error. My biweekly filing is due tomorrow and I'm seriously panicking here. Anyone know if the system is down or have a workaround?
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anyone notice that we cant use the site during tax season too? happens every year right when everyone needs their 1099s
YES!!! It's like they deliberately make it harder during peak times! My theory is they're hoping people give up so they save money.
For anyone still having trouble: Per the PA UC Twitter account (@PaUCSupport), they're experiencing some technical difficulties with the login system today. They recommend using the UC Connect mobile app as an alternative method for filing weekly claims until the website issues are resolved. The estimated fix time is 5pm today.
Update: I got in using the cache clearing suggestion, but now I'm getting errors when submitting my weekly certification. Going to try the UC Connect app as suggested. Thanks everyone for your help!
PA UC overpayment recoupment causing housing crisis - Can I get refunded?
I'm in a desperate situation and need advice ASAP. PA UC determined I had an overpayment about 3 months ago and they've been taking 33% from each weekly benefit check without warning. This has completely destroyed my budget and I just got evicted last week because I couldn't make rent. I was only receiving $378/week and they've been taking $125 each payment. My question is - has anyone successfully gotten money BACK after an overpayment recoupment, especially if it caused severe hardship like homelessness? My caseworker isn't responding to messages and I'm literally sleeping in my car with my belongings in storage. Is there an emergency process to get this fixed or at least get some of that money refunded due to the housing crisis it caused?
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UPDATE: I finally got through to someone at UC after using that Claimyr service. The agent was actually really helpful and filed an emergency hardship petition for me. They said I should hear back within 7-10 days on whether I can get any of the recouped money returned. They also connected me with a local housing assistance program that might be able to help with temporary housing until this gets sorted out. Will update again when I hear something. Thank you all for your advice!
That's excellent news! Make sure to keep following up if you don't hear back within the timeframe they promised. The housing assistance program should definitely be able to help with temporary accommodations - they often have funds specifically for situations like yours. Wishing you the best of luck!
Mateo Gonzalez
UPDATE: I finally got in! Followed the detailed steps from @profile2 and waited until 2:30pm. System is working now. For anyone else having this issue - definitely do a full computer restart and try a different browser. Thanks everyone for your help!
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Zoe Christodoulou
Glad it worked for you! Make sure to save your work search information somewhere separate before submitting in case it happens again. The PA UC system tends to have these hiccups every few months, especially around the beginning of a new quarter.
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Aisha Ali
Well the site's still not working for me and now I'm completely locked out until tomorrow. My claim is due TOMORROW. This is going to delay my payment, isn't it? I hate this system so much. Every time I think things are going smoothly something like this happens!!!
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Ethan Moore
If you're completely locked out due to too many attempts, you might need to call for a PIN reset. Since your claim is due tomorrow, I'd suggest calling first thing in the morning. Ask specifically for them to both reset your PIN AND put a note in your file about the system issues so your payment won't be delayed. They can make exceptions for technical problems on their end.
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