Can I get TWC benefits after quitting due to hostile work environment?

You might have a case, but it really depends on how well you can document everything. TWC calls this type of situation a "good cause quit" and they do sometimes approve benefits if you can prove the work environment was truly intolerable AND that you made reasonable efforts to resolve the problems before quitting. Make sure you have copies of all those emails you sent to your manager. Also document any HR interactions, even if they were unhelpful. When you file, be very specific about the hostile conditions and emphasize that you tried multiple times to resolve the issues through proper channels before quitting. Be prepared for your employer to contest your claim - they almost always do with voluntary quits.

my sister went thru something similar!! she quit after her boss kept making inappropriate comments and TWC denied her at first but she appealed and won. the KEY thing was she had proof she tried to fix it first by going to HR. sounds like you have that so u might be ok but be ready to fight for it

Contrary to what others might tell you, TWC rarely approves benefits for people who voluntarily quit. I work in HR (not at your company) and see this all the time. The burden of proof is EXTREMELY high for "good cause" quits. Having a bad boss or unpleasant workplace usually isn't enough - you typically need to show illegal activity, dangerous working conditions, or medical necessity with doctor documentation. Not trying to be negative, just realistic about your chances.

When you file your claim, you'll get to a section asking why you're no longer working there. Select "I quit" and then you'll see options for why - choose the one about working conditions. There's a text box where you NEED to be super detailed about exactly what happened and what steps you took to fix it before quitting. Don't just say "toxic workplace" - describe specific incidents with dates. After you file, TWC will contact your former employer for their side of the story. Your claim will probably get denied initially (that's normal), and then you'll need to appeal. The appeal hearing is where you'll present all your evidence. Make sure you submit all those emails and screenshots before the hearing date! I went through this exact process last year and eventually got approved, but it took about 8 weeks from initial filing to getting the appeal decision.

Getting through to TWC to discuss your specific situation can make a huge difference in these cases. I was in a similar position a few months ago (hostile supervisor, HR did nothing) and I initially got so frustrated trying to reach someone at TWC. Busy signals for days! I finally used Claimyr (claimyr.com) and got connected to a TWC agent in about 25 minutes after trying for weeks on my own. The agent walked me through exactly what documentation I needed for my good cause quit claim. They have a demo video at https://youtu.be/V-IMvH88P1U?si=kNxmh025COIlIzKh if you want to see how it works. It made a huge difference in my case because the agent gave me specific advice for my situation.

my buddy at work said his wife got benefits after quitting but only because she had like medical proof from her doctor that the stress was making her sick or something??? might be worth talking to ur doctor if the job was affecting ur health

Another important tip: when TWC schedules your determination interview (they'll call this an "investigation"), make sure you're available and in a quiet place where you can focus. They'll ask very specific questions about your reasons for leaving and what you did to try to resolve the issues. Be truthful but concise in your answers. If you miss this call, it dramatically reduces your chances of approval.

THE TWC SYSTEM IS RIGGED AGAINST WORKERS!!!! I quit my job last year bcuz my boss was literally screaming at me daily and throwing things. Had MULTIPLE witnesses. TWC still denied me saying I "should have tried harder to resolve the situation" even though I went to HR twice!!! The system is designed to protect employers not us. Good luck but don't get your hopes up.

Thank you everyone for the advice! I'm going to file my claim today and make sure I include all the documentation about trying to resolve the issues first. I'll keep doing payment requests even if I get initially denied. Really hoping this works out because I really did try everything I could to make the situation better before quitting.