How long after PA UC appeal hearing until I get a determination? Waited 5 days already

Thanks - that's so random! Did you do anything special to check the status or just wait?

This isn't accurate. The current average for PA UC appeal determinations is 7-14 calendar days after the hearing date. While there are occasional delays, 19 days is definitely not the norm right now. Appeals are actually one of the more efficient parts of the system currently.

Thanks for the detailed info! I've been filing weekly claims but wasn't sure if that was the right thing to do. Good to know about checking physical mail too - I hadn't thought of that.

That's encouraging! Was your backpay automatic or did you have to request it?

It was automatic! Showed up on my Money Network card about 3 days after the determination letter came.

does this actually work?? ive tried calling UC like 50 times this month

No, she didn't give any indication. Just said she'd review everything and I'd receive a determination. That's part of why I'm so anxious - no clue which way she's leaning.

oh ok so thats normal then. my situation might have been different because it was super obvious my employer was wrong. sending good vibes your way!!

I didn't know the employer could appeal too! That's stressful, but good to know. Hopefully they don't go that route if I win.

this is actually goals, hoping to get something soon too

Congratulations! That's awesome news! 8 days is pretty reasonable timing. How long did they say it would take for the payments to show up? I'm dealing with a similar situation and this gives me hope.

So happy for you! This is exactly what I needed to hear. I'm on day 6 of waiting for my determination and was starting to panic. Did you get any indication from the referee during your hearing about which way they were leaning, or were you completely in the dark like I am right now?

That's fantastic news! Congratulations on winning your appeal! I'm curious - did the determination letter specify when you can expect your first payment, or do you just have to wait and see? I've been following this thread because I'm in a similar situation and this gives me so much hope. Thanks for updating us!

That's such great news! Congratulations! 🎉 I've been following this thread because I'm in week 3 of waiting for my own appeal decision and was getting really worried. Your update gives me hope that mine will come through soon too. Did you end up getting all the back payments for the weeks you certified while waiting? And how long did they say it would take for the money to actually hit your account?

Congratulations Vanessa! This is such great news and gives me hope for my own appeal that I'm still waiting on. I'm so glad you kept filing your weekly certifications like everyone suggested. Hope your payments come through quickly!

Congratulations! That's such wonderful news! I've been lurking on this thread because I'm waiting for my own appeal decision (day 12 now) and was starting to lose hope. Your update really lifted my spirits. Did the determination letter give you any timeline for when the back payments would show up? Also, was there anything specific you think helped your case during the hearing? Thanks for taking the time to update everyone - it means a lot to those of us still waiting!

Amazing news! Congrats on winning your appeal! 🎉 I'm on day 11 waiting for mine and was starting to get really anxious, but seeing your success story gives me so much hope. Quick question - did you notice the determination show up in your online dashboard first, or did the mail letter arrive before anything appeared online? I've been obsessively checking both but want to know what to watch for. Thanks for updating us and wishing you quick payments!

Congratulations Vanessa! This is such great news! I've been following your situation since you first posted and I'm so relieved it worked out in your favor. I'm currently on day 9 waiting for my own appeal decision after getting denied for "voluntary quit" (even though I was basically forced out due to unsafe working conditions). Your timeline gives me hope that I should hear something soon. Did you end up having to provide any additional documentation after the hearing, or was it pretty straightforward once the referee made their decision? Thanks for taking the time to update everyone - it really helps those of us still in limbo!

Congratulations! That's such amazing news! I've been following this thread because I'm in a similar boat - had my appeal hearing 10 days ago and still waiting. Your update gives me so much hope! Quick question - did the determination show up in your online dashboard at the same time as the mail, or did one come before the other? I've been checking both obsessively. Also, do you know roughly how long until the backpay hits your account? Thanks for taking the time to update everyone!

This is such wonderful news Vanessa! I've been checking back on this thread every day hoping for your update. I'm currently on day 13 of waiting for my own appeal decision and was starting to really worry, but seeing that you got yours in 8 days gives me hope mine should be coming soon. Did the letter mention anything about how long until the backpay deposits? I've been doing my weekly certs like everyone suggested but I'm so anxious to know when I might actually see some money. Congratulations again - you must be so relieved!

Ana, I totally understand that anxiety - I was the same way! I did check the dashboard daily (sometimes multiple times a day honestly) but the letter actually came first. The online system updated about 2 days after I got the physical letter. My advice is to keep checking both but don't drive yourself crazy. Focus on continuing your weekly certs and maybe try to stay busy with job searching or other activities. The waiting is the worst part but it will come! Hang in there - sounds like you have a good case with the safety complaint angle.

Kristin, I'm so glad this update helped! I was in your exact shoes just a few days ago - the financial stress and constant checking was driving me crazy. The determination letter said I should expect payments within 3-5 business days, and it listed all the weeks I had certified for with the exact amounts. Nothing showed up online first - the physical letter came about 2 days before my dashboard updated. Keep hanging in there and definitely keep doing those weekly certs! Your case sounds strong with the harassment reporting angle. Sending you positive vibes! 🤞

This is such helpful information! Thank you for sharing your timeline and all those practical tips. I'm new to this whole appeal process and didn't know about the ReliaCard timing or the importance of continuing weekly certs after winning. The suggestion about local emergency assistance is really thoughtful too - I'll definitely look into that while I'm waiting. It's so reassuring to see multiple success stories with reasonable timelines. Gives me hope that the system actually does work sometimes!