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Update on your situation? Did you file the Petition to Reopen?
Yes! I filed it yesterday with all my medical documentation attached. Also called and spoke with an agent who confirmed they received it. Now just waiting anxiously. Thanks everyone for the advice - will update when I hear something!
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my friend just got layed off 2 she said wen u do that 1st week just tell them how much u made at ur job those days and answer yes to everything about being able to work. they just wanna make sure ur not tryin to double dip. the system is confusing tho i feel u
UPDATE: I found the direct deposit section! It was under Payment Information > Update Payment Method > Direct Deposit. You have to click through several screens to find it. My bank info was there but it wasn't "verified" yet. I had to re-enter it and complete an additional verification step. As for my first week, I'm going to report my earnings and answer yes to being able and available to work since that's what everyone is recommending. Thanks for all the help everyone!
Glad you got it figured out! Just remember for future reference that PA unemployment runs Sunday-Saturday, so anytime you're claiming a week where you worked part of it, you'll need to report those earnings. It can be confusing at first but you'll get the hang of it.
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Congrats on getting through! Quick question - did they mention anything about your back weeks? Like, did you have to do anything special to claim those? I'm in week 3 of waiting and getting worried.
The supervisor said all my weekly claims that I'd been filing would be processed together in one lump sum since they were all filed on time. So make sure you keep filing every week even while you're waiting for approval! I filed 5 weeks worth while waiting, and the system shows they're all being paid together now.
Just for future reference, for anyone reading this thread - when your claim is stuck in review, here's what you should do: 1. Keep filing your weekly claims on time, every week 2. Document ALL work search activities (PA requires at least 3 per week now) 3. Call the UC service center as early as possible (right at 8am) 4. If you're facing financial hardship (eviction, utility shutoff, etc.), specifically ask for a hardship review 5. If the first rep can't help, politely ask to speak with a supervisor 6. Check your dashboard daily for updates 7. Make sure your contact info is current in the system The system is frustrating but persistence pays off eventually.
This is really helpful! I wish I'd known to specifically ask for a hardship review earlier - might have saved me a few weeks of stress.
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dont they have to prove you got the notice? like dont they send important stuff certified mail or something
Unfortunately, PA UC typically sends most notices by regular first-class mail, not certified mail. They're only required to send it to your last known address on file. This is exactly why keeping your address updated with them is so important, and why so many people run into this problem. They don't have to prove you personally received it - only that they sent it to your address of record. It's definitely a flaw in the system.
Update: I talked to Legal Aid today and they're going to help me file the "nunc pro tunc" appeal! The attorney said I have a strong case since I never received ANY communication about the appeal until they tried to take my tax refund. Apparently PA UC is required to make a "reasonable attempt" to notify claimants, and sending one notice to a possibly outdated address doesn't qualify as reasonable when they're collecting debts years later. Will keep everyone posted on how this goes. Thanks so much for all the advice!
That's excellent news! Legal Aid attorneys who specialize in unemployment cases know exactly how to handle these situations. Make sure they address both the procedural issue (lack of notice) and the substantive issue (whether you were actually eligible for the benefits in the first place). Your case is exactly why the "nunc pro tunc" process exists. Good luck, and please do update us on how it goes - your experience could help others in similar situations.
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After reading through this thread, I'd suggest you: 1. Try calling at 7:59am as suggested (this does work better) 2. Consider the Claimyr service if you continue having trouble getting through 3. Gather your evidence about the rule violation situation (especially those text messages) 4. Prepare a clear timeline of both job separations 5. Be ready to explain why you shouldn't be disqualified for either separation Remember that once you do get through to someone, they can often resolve multiple issues in one call. Ask them to review ALL open issues on your claim. Good luck!
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Sebastian Scott
•Thank you! I'm going to try the early morning calls for a few days, and if that doesn't work, I'll try Claimyr. I'll update here if I make any progress. Really appreciate everyone's help.
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Sebastian Scott
UPDATE: I finally got through! Used the Claimyr service after three more days of failed calling attempts. The examiner was able to see all my issues and said my first separation (the early termination during notice period) was actually approved weeks ago but the system hadn't processed it correctly. For the second job, they're sending me a questionnaire about the rule violation situation. They also scheduled a phone interview for next week. The representative said once that's done, I should start receiving payments for the eligible weeks. Such a relief to at least know what's happening now!
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Emily Sanjay
•That's awesome!!! So glad you got some answers! Fingers crossed the interview goes well and you get your money soon!!
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