I'm going through almost the exact same thing right now and this thread has been such a source of relief! Got terminated about 3 weeks ago for attendance issues - I was dealing with some serious family health crises where I had to help care for my mom who was going through cancer treatment, plus I was having my own mental health struggles trying to cope with everything. Like literally everyone else here, I started with both "discharge other" and "rule violation" on my claim, and just this morning I noticed the "rule violation" status completely vanished from my dashboard! I've been refreshing the page constantly trying to figure out if it's a glitch or what it means, and finding this discussion has honestly given me the first real hope I've had in weeks. My situation is identical to what everyone's describing - absolutely no formal write-ups or warnings, no progressive discipline process whatsoever, just me calling my supervisor whenever I couldn't make it and explaining the family situation. They knew what I was going through with my mom's treatment but never gave me any official documentation or chances to work out accommodations before just letting me go. The stress has been absolutely unbearable - trying to support my mom through chemo while worrying about how I'm going to pay my own bills next month. But seeing person after person share their success stories after this exact same status change is literally keeping me from having a complete breakdown. I've been filing my weekly claims even though I was 100% convinced I'd be denied. Thank you all for being so open and supportive - this community has been more helpful than anything else during this nightmare. It's amazing how much better it feels knowing we're all going through this together and looking out for each other! 🙏

I'm going through something incredibly similar right now and this thread has been such a lifeline! Got terminated about 6 weeks ago for attendance issues related to my daughter's special needs - she has autism and sometimes has meltdowns or medical appointments that require me to stay home or leave work early. Just like everyone else here, I initially had both "discharge other" and "rule violation" showing on my claim. The "rule violation" status disappeared from my dashboard about a week ago and I've been obsessively checking to see what it means! Finding this thread with so many people sharing almost identical experiences and positive outcomes is honestly the first time I've felt like I can breathe in over a month. My situation follows the exact same pattern as everyone - no formal write-ups at all, no progressive discipline, just me calling my supervisor to explain when I needed to handle something with my daughter. They knew about her special needs because I'd mentioned it several times, but everything was just verbal communication with no formal accommodation process or warnings before they terminated me. The financial pressure is absolutely crushing - I'm a single parent and was already stretched thin before losing my job. Special needs kids come with extra expenses and now I'm terrified about how I'm going to manage everything. But reading all these success stories where people got approved after this same status change is giving me real hope for the first time in weeks. I've been filing my weekly claims religiously even though I was convinced I'd be denied. Thank you all for sharing your experiences so openly - this community support is everything when you're navigating this alone. It's incredible how much stronger we all feel knowing we're going through this together! 🙏

I'm in a similar boat but only at 3 weeks so far - this thread is both terrifying and reassuring! It's crazy how many people are dealing with these exact same delays. I had no idea about the early morning calling trick or the state rep option, so thank you everyone for sharing your experiences. Quick question for those who got through - did they give you a reference number or case number when you called? I want to make sure I have everything documented properly when I try calling tomorrow morning. Also, for anyone who contacted their state rep, how long did it take them to get back to you? Trying to decide if I should do both approaches simultaneously or try one first. This community has been more helpful than any official PA UC resource!

Reading through all these experiences really hits home - I'm currently at 4 weeks in review myself and was starting to lose hope. It's both frustrating and oddly comforting to see so many others dealing with the exact same PA UC delays right now. The specific advice here has been invaluable - I had no idea about the 7:59am calling trick, contacting state reps, or the formal complaint process through the Bureau of UC Benefits Quality Control. For anyone just starting to deal with this nightmare, based on what I'm seeing here, my takeaway is: 1) Start the early morning calling routine immediately, 2) Contact your state rep's office ASAP (don't wait weeks like some of us did), 3) Document everything, and 4) Keep doing your weekly certifications religiously. The system is clearly overwhelmed but people ARE getting through eventually with full backpay. Thanks to everyone sharing their stories and creating this supportive community. When the official system fails us, at least we have each other to navigate this mess together. I'll definitely update if I make any progress with my own claim!

I've been dealing with this exact situation for the past two weeks and finally got some resolution! Missed both RESEA deadlines due to a family emergency and have been following all the advice from this thread religiously. The 8:00 AM sharp calling strategy that @Malik Robinson, @Gabriel Ruiz, and others mentioned ACTUALLY WORKS - but it took me 8 days of trying before I finally got through. The key really is calling at exactly 8:00:00 AM (not a second before or after) and hitting redial constantly for the first 5-10 minutes. When I finally reached someone, they were surprisingly understanding about my situation. Got rescheduled for workshops next Tuesday and Thursday. The representative confirmed it'll be about 10-14 days after completing the workshops for benefits to be restored, with no backpay for the disqualified weeks. For anyone still struggling to get through - don't give up on that early morning strategy! I was about to try the Claimyr service that @Andre Laurent mentioned, but persistence with the 8:00 AM calls finally paid off. Also definitely keep filing those weekly claims even though they show as disqualified. This thread has been a lifesaver for managing expectations and staying sane through this process. Thank you to everyone who shared their experiences - it makes such a difference knowing you're not alone in this! 🙏

I went through this exact situation about 2 months ago and I know how overwhelming it feels right now! Reading through all the experiences shared here, it looks like you've gotten some really solid advice. I missed both RESEA deadlines due to a miscommunication about dates and went through that same panic when my benefits got suspended. Here's what ultimately worked for me: - The 8:00 AM sharp calling strategy that @Malik Robinson and others mentioned is LEGIT - it took me 6 days but I finally got through - When I reached someone, I was honest about missing the deadlines but focused on wanting to complete requirements immediately - Got rescheduled for workshops the next week, completed them without issues - Benefits were restored exactly 16 days after completing the workshops Total timeline: about 5 weeks from disqualification to getting benefits back. The financial stress was brutal but manageable once I knew what to expect. One thing I'd add to all the great advice here - when you do get through, ask the representative to email you confirmation of your workshop dates. Having that written record saved me from any confusion later. Hang in there @Aisha Abdullah - this thread shows that tons of people have successfully navigated this process. The system is frustratingly slow but it does work eventually! 🙏

Thank you all for the helpful information! I'm going to reopen my claim next week and make sure I have all my employment information and work search records organized. It's a relief to know I shouldn't have to go through another hearing about my original separation. I'll update here if I run into any issues with the process for anyone who might be in a similar situation in the future.

I went through a similar situation last year - had a favorable hearing decision and then reopened my claim about 6 months later. The good news is that your previous employer can't challenge the same separation issue that was already ruled on. The "no fault" decision is final for that employment period. When you reopen, you're essentially continuing your existing benefit year with the 30% reduction, not starting a brand new claim. Just make sure you have documentation of your part-time work ready and keep detailed records of your job search activities. The process was pretty straightforward for me once I got through the initial reopening steps. Hope this helps ease some of your worries!

I've been on PA UC for about 8 months and that 2-day delay used to drive me crazy too! What I learned is that it's actually pretty reliable once you know the pattern. I file Sunday night, get the "processed" message Tuesday, and money hits my account Thursday morning like clockwork. The waiting is stressful when you're behind on bills, but at least you can count on the timing being consistent. One tip that helped me - I started keeping a little calendar marking when I file vs when I should expect payment, so I could plan better and not panic when the money wasn't there immediately.

I've been on PA UC for almost a year now and can add some context to what others have shared. The 2-day delay is definitely standard, but what I've noticed is that holidays can throw off the timing. If there's a federal holiday on Monday or Tuesday, everything gets pushed back an extra day. Also, if you ever switch from the Money Network card to direct deposit (or vice versa), expect your first payment on the new method to take an extra day or two while they update their system. Just wanted to mention that since I learned it the hard way when I switched to direct deposit and panicked thinking something was wrong!