PA UC open issue about falsely reporting return to work - questionnaire help needed

same happened to my brother last month. system glitch probly. he waited for questionnaire then nothing happened for like 3 weeks

I recommend calling them ASAP, but be prepared to wait. These false return-to-work flags sometimes happen if you accidentally clicked something wrong during weekly certification or if an employer reported hiring you but then it fell through. The questionnaire asks for your employment status, dates, and why there's a discrepancy. To answer your specific questions: 1. Yes, you can resolve this by phone IF you can get through 2. Processing questionnaires takes 2-3 weeks typically (yes, it's ridiculous) 3. Continue filing your weekly claims while this is being resolved Document everything and take screenshots of your weekly certification history if possible for proof you never reported returning to work.

YOUR SUPPOSED TO ANSWER THE QUESTIONNAIRE!!! If u dont they will just deny u. PA UC does this all the time, its not a glitch, they do it on purpose to try n catch people. If u reported ANY income even like $5 they might flag it as "return to work". Had same thing happen to me and took 6 WEEKS to fix!!!!!

I went through almost the exact same situation in January this year. Definitely fill out the questionnaire ASAP (be honest and clear), but also try to reach them by phone. You can try using Claimyr (claimyr.com) - it helped me actually get through to PA UC after trying for days. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/CEPETxZdo9E?si=WL1ZzVZWG3KiHrg2 In my case, what happened was that my former employer incorrectly reported I had been rehired, which triggered the system. Once I explained the situation to a live agent, they noted it in my file which helped speed up the questionnaire review. My payments were only delayed about 9 days instead of weeks.

When I called, they asked for my claim confirmation number, last 4 of SSN, and details about the issue. Having my recent certification dates handy was helpful. The representative could see in their system that I never actually reported returning to work. They still required the questionnaire to be completed, but speaking with them helped ensure my file was properly flagged for review.

So I had this exact thing happen back in February and it was actually because my previous employer tried to say I refused suitable work (I didn't). The PA UC system sometimes codes this as "return to work" on your end even though that's not what happened. The questionnaire is actually collecting information to determine if you refused work, not whether you returned to work. Make sure to continue filing your weekly claims while this is being resolved. If they determine in your favor, they'll release all held payments at once. Mine took about 3.5 weeks to resolve after submitting the questionnaire, but I've heard others got it fixed faster by calling. Don't panic yet - this is frustrating but fixable!

That's actually very important information you just shared. In Pennsylvania, refusing "suitable work" can affect your benefits. Suitable work has a specific definition that includes consideration of wages compared to your previous job. In your questionnaire, you should explain: 1. The exact pay offered compared to your previous position (specific percentages help) 2. Why this would create financial hardship 3. Any other factors (distance, hours, etc.) that made the job unsuitable PA UC generally considers work "unsuitable" if it pays less than 80% of your previous wages in the early weeks of unemployment, but this percentage changes over time. You might need to appeal if they initially deny your claim based on this.

I got the questionnaire thing too last month but mine was because i accidentally put in the wrong week for a part time job i had. i just filled out the form and everything worked out fine actually they fixed it pretty fast like 4 days and i got paid again. maybe yours will be quick too good luck

I had similar issue in March but mine was cuz I reported sick days from old job (they paid out my remaining sick time after layoff). UC system thought I returned to work! I panicked but honestly just wait for questionnaire and explain clearly. Took about 10 days for mine to resolve. Just keep certifying weekly claims while waiting.

Update: I've been trying to call UC for two days straight and can't get through at all. Used that Claimyr service someone mentioned and finally got connected to a person! The agent explained my former employer reported they'd rehired me (they hadn't - they just called to see if I wanted my old position back at a 30% pay cut, which I declined). The agent added notes to my account and said to still complete the questionnaire but that they would expedite review. Thanks everyone for your help!