PA UC appeal filed by employer after I was approved - will I repay benefits if they win?

Unfortunately, yes - if your employer wins the appeal and the decision is reversed, you'll likely be issued an overpayment notice for all benefits received. However, don't panic yet! The fact that an examiner already ruled in your favor means your case had merit. Make sure you attend the hearing (whether by phone or in person) and bring any documentation supporting your case. The appeals referee will be looking at the same eligibility criteria the examiner used.

same thing happen to me last yr. my boss appealed after i got approved and i had to go to hearing. its scary but i won again. just tell the truth and you'll be fine. they dont make u pay back if u didnt lie about anything

When you get the hearing notice (should arrive about 2 weeks before the scheduled date), it will tell you exactly what documents to prepare. For performance-related terminations, the burden of proof is on the employer - they need to show they gave you warnings and opportunities to improve. If they didn't document anything as you mentioned, that works in your favor. If you do lose and get an overpayment notice, you can request a payment plan or file for financial hardship. You might also be able to appeal the appeal decision to the UC Board of Review, which gives you another chance.

ugh employers are the WORST! my company tried this too and i had to wait 3 more months for the hearing!!! bureaucratic nightmare!!!

I went through this exact situation last year, and it was incredibly stressful. One thing that helped me enormously was being able to actually talk to a UC representative before my hearing. I spent days getting busy signals until someone told me about Claimyr (claimyr.com). They got me connected to a PA UC agent within about 40 minutes when I'd been trying for days on my own. The agent explained exactly what to expect at the hearing and what documents I should prepare. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/CEPETxZdo9E?si=WL1ZzVZWG3KiHrg2 For what it's worth, I won my appeal because my employer couldn't provide documentation of the progressive discipline they claimed they gave me. Good luck!

To answer your question about seeing the employer's evidence - yes, you have the right to review all evidence before the hearing. The hearing notice should include instructions for accessing the case file. If it doesn't, call the UC service center immediately (though prepare for long wait times). Also, you can request a continuance if you need more time to prepare, but you must have a valid reason. Document EVERYTHING from this point forward. Take notes during any interactions with UC or your former employer regarding this case.

my cosin had 2 repay $12000 after losing appeal. they took his tax return 4 yrs!!! PA UC system is riged against workers!!

Update: I just received the hearing notice. It's scheduled for June 12th (three weeks from now). I'm so anxious I can barely function. Has anyone done these hearings over the phone? The notice gives me the option of phone or in-person. Also, can I have someone with me as support or representation?

my hearing was a JOKE! the referee kept interrupting me and let my boss lie about EVERYTHING! the whole system is broken!!!!

One final piece of advice: Be concise and stick to relevant facts during the hearing. Appeals referees handle many cases daily and appreciate when claimants stay focused. Don't badmouth your former employer or make emotional arguments - stick to the facts about your separation. Regarding overpayments - if you do receive one after losing the appeal, remember you can request a waiver if repayment would cause financial hardship. Don't ignore the notices if that happens, as that can lead to additional penalties. Wishing you the best of luck with your hearing!