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Did you have to do a hearing for your appeal??? I had to do a PHONE HEARING and was so nervous I could barely speak!!!
Yes, I had a phone hearing too! I was super nervous but had prepared some notes ahead of time which helped. The referee was actually pretty nice and just wanted to hear the facts. My former employer didn't even show up to the call which probably helped my case.
Quick update for anyone reading this thread in the future: After an overturn decision, most direct deposits are hitting accounts within 2-3 business days in 2025. The PA UC system has improved somewhat compared to previous years. Just make sure your direct deposit information is correct in the portal, as this is the most common reason for delays after a successful appeal.
not for me its been a week now and still nothing
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Sorry about your job! When you get your Money Network card make sure you activate it immediately and set up the mobile app. I missed my first payment because I didn't realize I needed to activate the card before they would load funds on it. Also don't throw away the envelope it comes in - there's an activation code you need inside.
That's good to know! I would have assumed the funds would just load automatically. I'll watch for the envelope and activate it right away. Thanks!
One more important thing - since your unemployment is due to a disaster (the fire), make sure you upload any documentation your employer provides about the incident. This helps prevent delays with your claim. If your employer filed a "Notice of Disaster" with PA UC, your weekly requirements might be different than standard claims. And don't forget that PA UC benefits are taxable. You can elect to have 10% federal tax withheld from each payment by selecting that option in your payment preferences.
I didn't know about the tax withholding option - I'll definitely set that up to avoid a surprise tax bill next year. Our manager said they filed all the necessary paperwork about the fire, but I'll double-check and ask if there's anything specific I should upload to my claim. Really appreciate all this help!
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Just as an update on my earlier comment - once you do get your hearing notice, start preparing right away! I only had 8 days notice before my hearing date. Make sure you have all your documentation ready, and if your employer is disputing your claim, be prepared to address their specific reasons for contest. In my case, having detailed notes about my final weeks of work made a huge difference in the outcome.
Thanks for the advice. Did your hearing end up being in person or over the phone? I'm trying to plan ahead for either scenario.
Mine was over the phone - most of them are these days. The referee called me exactly at the scheduled time, my former employer was also on the call. The whole thing took about 45 minutes. Have all your documents spread out in front of you during the call so you can reference them quickly!
I know waiting for your appeal hearing is super stressful. While you're waiting, make sure you're fulfilling all your work search requirements too! I've heard horror stories of people winning their appeals but then losing benefits because they didn't keep up with required work searches during the waiting period. Keep detailed records of every job you apply for!
Good reminder! I've been maintaining my weekly job applications and keeping a spreadsheet with all the details. I don't want to win the appeal only to get disqualified for something else!
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After reading all the comments, I think your best options are: 1. Contact your state representative (as mentioned above) 2. Try to reach an agent directly either through persistent calling or a service 3. Have your husband check with his former employer to ensure they didn't contest the claim One thing to keep in mind - sometimes claims get flagged if there was ANY income reported during the waiting week or subsequent weeks. Even a final paycheck or vacation payout can trigger a review. Did your husband receive any final payments after his last day?
Yes! He did receive his final paycheck plus payout for unused vacation time about 2 weeks after his last day. He reported that on his initial application and in his weekly claims. Could that be causing the hold? Would the system eventually sort that out on its own or does he need to speak to someone?
That's very likely the issue! The system often flags claims with separation payments for manual review. The examiner needs to determine how to allocate that vacation payout - sometimes they count it as a lump sum, other times they spread it across weeks. He definitely needs to speak with an examiner to get this resolved. It won't fix itself automatically.
My cousins husband had his claim stuck for weeks too they finally got it fixed when they went in person to the PA CareerLink office? Maybe try that if you have one nearby they can sometimes help or at least tell you what's wrong
CareerLink staff can provide some general guidance, but they don't have direct access to the UC claim system. They often just end up calling the same UC number that claimants call. However, they might help identify if there's something obvious missing from the claim that's causing the delay. Worth a try if other options aren't working.
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Quick update on my earlier comment - if your financial situation is getting desperate while waiting, make sure you apply for other assistance too. PA 211 can connect you with rent assistance programs, and you might qualify for emergency SNAP benefits that can be processed faster than your UC claim. Don't wait until you're completely out of money to look into these options.
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CosmicCowboy
•Thank you - I'll definitely look into PA 211. Appreciate the tip.
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Natasha Orlova
Just to clarify some misinformation in this thread: The PA UC system is definitely backed up, but there is no intentional delaying of claims. The main issues are staffing shortages and an outdated computer system. Also, for the original poster: Make sure you're filing your biweekly claims properly during this waiting period, and double-check that your job search activities are being recorded correctly (you need to be doing at least 2 work search activities per week). Many claims get delayed because of job search requirement issues.
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Emma Wilson
•Oh please! If you believe there's no intentional delays, I've got a bridge to sell you! Why do they make it IMPOSSIBLE to get through on the phone then?? And how come they never send notifications about "missing documents" until AFTER the deadline?? WAKE UP!
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