Can I file a new PA UC claim for job loss that happened 3 months ago?

Thanks! Do you know if they'll contact my former employer? We didn't part on the best terms - nothing bad happened but my boss was kinda angry that several of us had to be let go.

Does this actually work? Im skeptical of these services that claim to get you thru to unemployment...seems like everyone is trying to make $ off people who are already broke lol

@profile6 It worked for me when nothing else did. I was desperate after trying for 3 weeks straight. Not saying it's magic but I got through when I couldn't on my own.

This is partially correct, but incomplete. In PA, you can request backdating up to 6 weeks before your filing date if you have good cause for the delay. However, you need to specifically request backdating and explain your reason for the delay. The system won't automatically backdate your claim.

While the system can certainly be frustrating, backdating isn't automatically denied. I work in HR and help employees with UC questions. If you provide a valid reason for the delayed filing, UC will often approve backdating for up to 6 weeks. Common acceptable reasons include illness, misinformation from employer, or technical issues with the system.

Maybe YOU'VE had good experiences but myself and literally EVERYONE i know has been jerked around by UC. they denied my backdate request even with documentation showing i was in the hospital!!!

Open issues can take 2-6 weeks to resolve, unfortunately. Make sure you keep filing your weekly claims during this time. You'll also want to check your dashboard for any correspondence or requests for additional information. Sometimes they need verification of your employment or reason for separation.

When I had open issues, calling was the only thing that helped. I spent 3 days trying to get through before using Claimyr to connect. The rep was able to see that they needed additional information from me that wasn't showing in my portal. Definitely try to speak with someone directly about open issues.

Thanks for mentioning this - I actually wasn't aware of the work search requirements. Do applications I've already submitted over the past few weeks count? Or do I need to start fresh now that I've filed?

Only job applications and work search activities completed during a specific UC week will count for that week. Your UC week runs Sunday through Saturday. So unfortunately, past applications won't count for your current or future claim weeks. You'll need to complete new work search activities for each week you claim benefits.

It depends on if your claim has any issues or not. Mine was delayed bc my employer disputed my reason for separation. took 2 months to get paid anything

Yes, a W-2 is sufficient proof of employment. Other acceptable documents include: - Pay stubs - Tax forms (1099s if you had self-employment) - Employment verification letter - Separation notice I recommend uploading both your W-2 and a few recent pay stubs if you have them. And definitely respond within that 7-day window - they strictly enforce those deadlines.

congrats! make sure u remember to file every week on time or they'll stop payments

Great news! Remember that you can file your weekly claims anytime Sunday through Friday (the system is down for maintenance on Saturdays). Don't miss weeks as this can complicate your claim. And keep documenting your work search activities carefully.