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my neighbor had to wait like 10 weeks but he got all the backpay at once so maybe that will happen 4 ur husband too
That's reassuring that at least the backpay should eventually come through. It's just hard to pay bills with money we don't have yet.
UPDATE: For anyone finding this thread with similar issues, here are the current (2025) most common reasons for extended investigations: 1. Employer separation dispute (most common) 2. Wage verification discrepancies 3. Work authorization verification 4. Multiple employer issues 5. Prior overpayment flags If you can identify which one might apply to your situation, you can address it specifically when you call. Make sure to use the exact issue terminology when speaking with representatives.
UPDATE: We finally got the claim approved! It took exactly 7 weeks total. For anyone else dealing with this - we did three things that seemed to help: 1) Contacted our state rep who submitted an inquiry, 2) Used Claimyr to finally get through to a person at UC who escalated the claim, and 3) Had my husband contact his former employer who confirmed they had already responded to PA UC. The money hit our account yesterday including all back weeks. So relieved! Thanks everyone for your advice and support!
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DID YOU KNOW?? If you have a documented disability (ADHD counts!) and the harassment was related to that, you might have an even STRONGER case!! That could potentially fall under disability discrimination which gives you more protection! Make SURE you mention your ADHD and how it related to the different treatment you received when you file!!!
yea but u need to prove the ADHD thing was why they treated u bad... not just that u have ADHD and they were mean. big difference for UC
After reading through your situation and the comments, here's my practical advice: 1. File your claim and be honest about voluntarily quitting 2. Clearly explain the harassment was specific, persistent, and severe 3. Document how you attempted to resolve it (HR emails, conversations with supervisors) 4. Get statements from your doctor and the coworkers who witnessed the harassment 5. Be prepared for initial denial and ready to appeal quickly 6. During the appeal process, focus on why continuing work was impossible for your health From what you've shared, you have a legitimate case under PA's "necessitous and compelling reason" standard, especially with medical documentation of the impact on your mental health. The appeal process is where most legitimate voluntary quit cases get approved.
Thank you for breaking this down so clearly. I feel much more confident about how to approach this. I'll start gathering all my documentation and make sure my initial claim is detailed and honest. If it gets denied, I'll be ready to appeal immediately.
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I got my banking direct card last month and activated it, but my payment still went to my old money network card somehow???? The system is so messed up right now. Has anyone else had this happen??? I've been trying to call UC for 3 days with no luck.
This happened because there's a processing period of 7-10 business days after activation before payments switch to the new card. It's buried in the fine print of the letter. Your NEXT payment should go to the new card. You can still use both cards until the Money Network one is empty.
guys i think the banking direct cards are only for regular UC not for the workmans comp payments my brother gets different card for his claim so maybe depends what benefit u get??
You're right about that. Banking Direct cards are ONLY for Unemployment Compensation (UC). Workers' comp and disability use different payment systems entirely, usually through private insurers, not the state system.
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my nieghbor said theres postal delays all over PA this week not just UC checks something about staffing issues at the sorting centers
yea my amazon package is late 2 probly same issue
Just as an update - if your payment was already processed (showed as issued in the system), you should definitely receive it by Monday or Tuesday at latest. If it doesn't arrive by then, you'll need to call UC to request a replacement check, but they typically won't start that process until 10 business days have passed. Make sure you're also keeping up with your weekly claims during the wait!
That's really helpful info, thank you! I'll definitely keep filing my weekly claims. I have a job interview on Tuesday too, so hopefully I won't need to deal with this much longer!
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UPDATE: My payment just hit my Money Network card about 10 minutes ago! Looks like they're processing them now. Check your accounts everyone!
JUST GOT MINE TOO!! 😅 What a relief! Thanks everyone for the help and reassurance.
same! finally showed up. guess its just a random delay day with PA UC 🤷♀️
Glad to hear your payments came through! For future reference, these occasional delays are normal with the PA UC system. Their processing times can fluctuate based on claim volume, system maintenance, or even just random hiccups in their antiquated system. As long as your claim shows 'paid' status in the system, the money will eventually be deposited. The best practice is to allow 1-2 business days from the pay date before becoming concerned about missing payments.
Thanks for the advice! I'll try not to panic next time there's a delay. It's just stressful when you're counting on that money for bills and it doesn't come when expected.
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The timing depends on your bank too not just when UC sends it. Some banks hold the deposits for an extra day. I file on Mondays sometimes and my credit union always makes it available same day they receive it but my friend with PNC says they hold it until next morning.
I swear the PA UC website is designed to lock people out on purpose to reduce claims!!! Been dealing with this system for 2 years and its ALWAYS something!! Account lockouts PIN problems website crashes!!! Then you cant reach anyone to help fix it!!! The whole system is designed to make people give up!!!
While the system certainly has its flaws, these issues are typically due to outdated infrastructure rather than intentional obstacles. The UC system was built decades ago and struggles with the volume of claims it processes. They are currently working on a modernization project scheduled to be completed by mid-2025 that should address many of these technical issues.
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did they give u any notice before letting u go?? i think thats illegal
Pennsylvania is an at-will employment state, so unfortunately, for most positions, employers can terminate without notice unless there's a specific employment contract stating otherwise. Larger employers doing mass layoffs would fall under WARN Act requirements, but for individual terminations of casual workers, there's typically no legal notice requirement.
Just wanted to follow up - were you able to reopen your claim successfully? Any issues with the process? I'm curious because I might be in a similar situation soon if my hours get cut any further at my current job.
Yes! I reopened it yesterday and it seemed to go through. The system accepted it and said I'm eligible to file my weekly certification on Sunday. Fingers crossed the payments start next week. The only tricky part was having to enter all the employment info for the casual job, so definitely have that ready if you need to do this.
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UPDATE: I called Money Network directly using the number someone posted here. Turns out my card was sent to an old address even though I updated my address with UC! They're sending me a new one with expedited shipping that should arrive by Monday. Thanks everyone for your help!
Great news! Glad you got it sorted out. This is a really common problem - the ReliaCard system and PA UC don't always sync up their address databases properly.
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The fact that the employer didn't show up could potentially help your case, but it's not a guarantee. My employer didn't show up for my hearing but submitted a written statement beforehand that the referee still considered. I still had to answer all the referee's questions thoroughly. For timeline, my decision came exactly 21 days after the hearing. Make sure your mailing address is up to date in the system. One odd thing I noticed: my online portal status didn't change until a week AFTER I got the paper decision in the mail. So don't rely just on the website - watch your mailbox.
This is exactly right. The referee will consider any documentation already in the system from the employer even if they don't attend the hearing. It's not an automatic win, but it certainly improves your chances.
Zara Mirza
my cousin got a weekend job while waiting for UC and it was fine they just reduced his payment on weeks he worked but he still got most of his benefits
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Luca Russo
•Your cousin got LUCKY. I had a completely different experience! The system is totally inconsistent!!!
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Anastasia Kozlov
Thank you all so much for the advice! I think I'm going to accept the tutoring position and just be extremely careful about reporting everything correctly in my weekly certifications. The extra $95/week will help while I wait for my claim to process, and it sounds like it shouldn't affect my eligibility as long as I'm transparent. I'll continue my full-time job search and keep documenting everything meticulously. Really appreciate everyone taking the time to share your experiences!
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Mateo Sanchez
•Good luck! And dont worry too much - most issues happen when people try to hide income. Just be honest and you'll be fine.
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