PA UC complications after disqualification, board appeal, and NC job loss - can I file new claim?

This is a tricky situation, but I've dealt with something similar. Since you've worked in NC, technically you SHOULD file there first because your most recent employment was in that state. However, with only 5 weeks of work, you likely won't qualify for a new benefit year in NC (most states require earnings in at least 2 quarters). The good news is that if you're denied in NC, you can return to your PA claim once the Board appeal is resolved. I suggest applying in NC first to get an official determination, then continue pursuing your PA appeal.

omg thats so much to deal with! i got disqualified once too and it was a NIGHTMARE. took like 3 months to fix everything. i feel for you!!!

THE SYSTEM IS DESIGNED TO MAKE YOU GIVE UP!! I went through something similar and ended up having to FIGHT for 4 months to get what I was owed. They hope people just walk away because it's too complicated. Don't let them win! The Board of Review is actually more fair than the referees in my experience. Just make sure you're checking your dashboard for any requests for additional info while you wait.

To give you the most accurate information: You need to file in the state where you last worked, which is North Carolina. Even though it was only 5 weeks, that's the proper procedure. Filing in NC will NOT negatively impact your PA Board appeal - they are separate systems. However, you should know that: 1. NC will likely deny you for insufficient work history (they typically require base period earnings across multiple quarters) 2. After receiving a denial from NC, you can request that they file an interstate claim against your PA wages 3. Continue with your PA Board appeal regardless of what happens with NC 4. If your PA appeal is successful, you'll need to inform NC so they don't process an interstate claim The order of operations matters here for maximum benefit potential.

No, it won't create conflicts. The Board appeal is dealing with a disqualification issue on a claim you've already established, while the interstate claim would be a new claim. Just make sure to document everything and be completely honest about your work history and pending appeal when filing with NC. If your PA appeal succeeds, you'd be eligible for those weeks before you started working in NC.

I went through hell trying to reach someone at PA UC when I had a complicated situation like yours. Spent WEEKS getting busy signals or disconnects. I finally used a service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that got me through to an actual person in about 20 minutes. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/CEPETxZdo9E?si=WL1ZzVZWG3KiHrg2. Honestly wish I'd known about it sooner because the agent was able to explain exactly what I needed to do with my multi-state situation. This is definitely something you need to talk to a real person about since it's complicated with the board appeal and working in another state.

Yes, they helped with my interstate claim. I had worked in both NJ and PA, and needed to figure out which state to file with. The UC agent walked me through the whole process and even noted some special info on my account about the situation. Way better than trying to figure it out from the website.

So what happens if both states deny you??? My brother got caught between PA and Ohio claims and ended up with nothing for like 2 months until he got a new job.

Just wanted to update everyone - I took the advice and filed with NC today. The online system was actually easier to use than PA's. Now I'm waiting to see what they say. I also managed to get through to someone at PA UC after using that Claimyr service (thanks for the recommendation). The agent said my Board appeal is showing as "pending review" which apparently means it's in the queue but hasn't been assigned yet. She also confirmed that filing in NC was the right first step regardless of the appeal outcome. Will update when I know more!