That's a great point. I'll make a note to ask about that if it doesn't come up. Thank you!

I went through almost the exact same situation last year! My former employer missed the initial deadline, then filed an appeal weeks later, and when they didn't show up to the first hearing, they were somehow allowed to file yet another appeal. It's incredibly frustrating how the system seems to give employers endless chances while we have to jump through every hoop perfectly. In my case, I did have to attend the second hearing (which was indeed a Commission Appeal), and I'm glad I did because the employer actually showed up that time with a lawyer. They tried to argue that they had "good cause" for missing everything, but since I had documented all the timeline issues and came prepared with my separation paperwork, I was able to successfully defend my case. The key thing that helped me was pointing out the pattern of non-compliance and asking the hearing officer to explain why procedural deadlines seemed to only apply to claimants, not employers. I also emphasized that I had been collecting benefits in good faith based on TWC's original determination and had relied on that income. Definitely attend your hearing next Tuesday - don't let them win by default after putting you through all this hassle. You've got this!

UPDATE: Just checked again and now my payment is showing as pending! Looks like it was just delayed by a day. Thanks everyone for your help and suggestions. For anyone else experiencing this, it seems like there's just a system delay this week.

Thanks for posting this update! I was getting worried about my payment too since I requested yesterday and hadn't seen anything yet. Really glad to hear yours showed up - gives me hope that mine will appear soon too. It's frustrating when they do system maintenance without better communication, but at least we know what's causing the delay now.

Did you get this resolved? I'm curious if contacting your state rep or using Claimyr worked out for you. I'm dealing with something similar now (except my block code is different) and wondering what the most efficient solution was in your case.

That's great news that you got it resolved! For anyone else reading this thread, Luca's experience highlights something important - sometimes employers submit additional information after the initial separation verification that can trigger these secondary reviews. It's not always about missing documents from the claimant's side. The key takeaway here is that getting through to an actual TWC specialist is usually necessary to understand what's really happening with your claim. The automated systems and online portals often don't show the full picture of why payments are blocked, especially when there are conflicting determination letters. Thanks for updating us on the resolution - these success stories help other people know what options actually work!

For your planning purposes, here's exactly what will happen with your final payment: 1. You'll receive your regular weekly benefit amount ($754 after taxes) one last time 2. Your claim will then show as exhausted 3. If you're still unemployed, you should immediately file for EB (Extended Benefits) if they're currently available in Texas 4. Remember to continue your work search activities (minimum 3 per week) even during the transition Don't forget that once you do find employment, you need to work for 6 consecutive weeks and then specifically request the waiting week payment. Mark your calendar with a reminder as many people forget this step.

Just wanted to add that you should also check if you qualify for any federal extension programs that might be available. Sometimes there are additional weeks of benefits beyond regular unemployment and EB, depending on economic conditions. Also, if you're considering any job training programs, some of them can extend your benefit period while you're enrolled. Worth looking into TWC's workforce development programs - they sometimes have partnerships that can help bridge the gap between when your benefits end and when you find steady work.

Thanks everyone for all the helpful responses! I'm feeling a bit more optimistic now. I've been doing my work searches and keeping records, and I'll definitely keep requesting payments every two weeks. I'll update this thread once I hear something. Hoping for that determination letter soon!

Fingers crossed for you! The caseworker call is definitely a positive step. I went through something similar last year - got laid off due to company restructuring and had my caseworker interview on a Wednesday. Got my approval letter the following Tuesday (6 business days). One thing that helped me was checking the TWC website multiple times a day, not just for the determination letter but also to make sure all my information was still showing correctly. Sometimes there are system glitches that can delay processing. Also, if you haven't already, make sure your direct deposit info is set up properly so when payments do start, they go through smoothly. The waiting is the worst part, but it sounds like you're doing everything right! Keep us posted on how it goes.