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this happened to my brother and he did end up having a hearing. the system just updated weird. dont trust the online status its almost never right. keep checking your mail and email everyday!!
UPDATE: I finally got through to someone at the appeals office! The representative confirmed they're reviewing my documentation before deciding if a hearing is needed. She said my employer didn't contest the appeal and my documentation was very clear, so they might just overturn the denial without a hearing. She said I should keep an eye on my mail for either a hearing notice or a decision letter in the next 7-10 days. Thank you all for your help and advice!
That's great news! If your employer isn't contesting it and you have clear documentation, there's a very good chance they'll rule in your favor without needing a hearing. This is actually the best-case scenario as it typically means a faster resolution. Keep us updated on the final outcome!
Fingers crossed for you! Sounds promising!!
Not to confuse things but don't u need to look for full time work while ur on UC anyway? So u should probably be applying for jobs regardless. The 1099 might help u in meantime. Just report any $ u make each week. That's what I do with my side gig.
You're right - I am still applying for jobs every week and documenting my work search activities. The 1099 work would definitely help with income while I'm looking. I'm just paranoid about anything that might mess up that new claim in June since I really might need it.
I think you have enough information now to make a decision. Based on what you've shared about your work history: 1. You have sufficient W-2 earnings in your base period (Jan-Dec 2024) 2. You were laid off from W-2 employment in February 2025 3. The 1099 work is flexible and you can still search for full-time work Taking the 1099 position shouldn't negatively impact your ability to file a new claim in June. Just make sure you: - Report all earnings accurately each week - Continue your work search activities and documentation - Keep records of everything related to both your W-2 layoff and 1099 work - When filing your new claim, clearly indicate you're filing based on your February 2025 W-2 job separation If you run into problems with the new claim, request a determination interview where you can explain your situation in detail.
Thank you so much for this detailed advice! I think I'm going to accept the 1099 position and make sure I document EVERYTHING carefully. I'll definitely make it clear when filing my new claim that it's based on that February W-2 layoff. This makes me feel much more confident about moving forward.
UPDATE: I just got out of my meeting and was able to submit my appeal online!!! The portal gave me a confirmation number and everything. I uploaded the email from my boss that clearly mentions the department layoffs. Thank you all SO MUCH for your help today. I was seriously panicking. Now I'm just hoping they schedule the hearing soon because I really need these benefits.
Great job getting it submitted in time! Make sure to watch your mail AND email closely over the next few weeks. Hearing notices can come either way, and they typically give about 7-10 days notice before the hearing date. Start gathering any additional evidence now - things like official termination paperwork, communications about the layoff, or contact information for witnesses who can verify you were laid off rather than quit. Good luck with your hearing!
congrats! one more tip - when they schedule ur hearing make sure ur phone accepts calls from unknown/blocked numbers. missed my first hearing cuz i have spam filter on my phone and had to reschedule :
hey everyone i literally just logged in and my 1099-G appeared tonight! check your messages again, they must be uploading them in batches
Just checked mine and it's there now too! Thanks everyone for the help and reassurance. Guess they're just running a bit behind schedule but getting them out now.
Glad to hear your 1099-G showed up! For future reference, if you ever need tax documents from previous years, you can also request them through the PA Department of Revenue's e-TIDES system, which sometimes has them available even when they're not showing up in your UC message center. Always good to have a backup option during tax season.
Luca Esposito
Wait so if PA took money from ur benefits to pay Virginia why are u even dealing with this? Isnt this PAs problem to fix since they took ur money?
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Nia Thompson
•Unfortunately not. PA is just acting as a collection agent for Virginia in this case. They deduct and transfer the funds, but it's Virginia's responsibility to properly credit those payments. This happens because each state has sovereign authority over their own UI program, and there's no federal oversight of interstate payment reconciliation.
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StarStrider
hey did u ever get thru to virginia? im dealing with something similar now with new jersey and im pulling my hair out!!!
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Sean O'Donnell
•After trying for two more days with no luck, I ended up requesting a formal payment reconciliation as suggested above. Still waiting to hear back. I'll update here if I get it resolved!
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