Can TWC approve unemployment if I quit due to hostile work environment? Boss asking for resignation

Yes, it's possible but challenging. TWC considers this a \

Thank you for the detailed response. I did send one email to HR about a month ago, but they just had a meeting where my boss denied everything and nothing changed. Should I send another more detailed complaint? I'm worried that documenting more will just accelerate them pushing me out before I'm ready to leave.

im in almost the exact situation!!! my boss started targeting me after i got promoted in novemeber. everything i do is wrong now and she emails me at 11pm expecting responses. i talked to HR twice but theyre useless and just told me to \

Both of you should ABSOLUTELY NOT QUIT without having everything documented first!! The TWC is NOT on your side here - they will initially deny almost ALL voluntary quits. I went through this last year and it was a NIGHTMARE. I had to appeal twice before finally winning my case. Document EVERYTHING and try to hold out until they fire you if possible.

Texas is an at-will employment state, so they can fire you for almost any reason that isn't discriminatory. But that works both ways - you can quit for any reason too. The key for TWC benefits is proving \

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Good luck getting TWC to help. I tried for 6 months after dealing with a manager who literally threw things at employees and called us names. I documented everything, filed complaints, and TWC STILL denied me because I

That's not completely accurate. TWC does approve some good cause quits, but they're very selective. The standards are high but not impossible. Did you appeal the initial determination? Many cases are denied at first but approved on appeal, especially with proper documentation and if you present your case well at the hearing.

If your goal is to get unemployment, honestly wait to be fired if you can handle it mentally. Document everything but don't quit. That's the simplest path to benefits since TWC rarely sides with employees who quit, even with documentation.\n\nBtw, if you're having trouble reaching TWC agents to ask specific questions about your situation (which I recommend before making any decisions), I found this service called Claimyr that connects you with a TWC agent usually within 30 minutes instead of calling for days. Saved me so much frustration. You can see how it works here: https://youtu.be/V-IMvH88P1U?si=kNxmh025COIlIzKh or just visit claimyr.com. I was skeptical but it actually worked when I needed to ask about my specific situation.

Thanks for the suggestion. I'll check out that service. You're right that getting fired would be more straightforward for benefits, but I'm also worried about how a termination would look to future employers. It feels like there's no good option here.

Listen carefully: if they asked for your resignation, that means they WANT you gone but don't want to pay unemployment! They're trying to trick you into quitting. Document EVERYTHING, but do NOT resign. Make them fire you.\n\nIf work becomes unbearable and you MUST quit, you need:\n- Written complaints to HR/management\n- Medical documentation if the stress is affecting your health (get your doctor involved!)\n- Proof you tried to resolve the issues\n- Evidence the environment violates laws or company policies\n\nTexas is tough on voluntary quits. I've seen people with solid cases still get denied. Be prepared to appeal multiple times.

This! They're playing games hoping you'll just quit. Same thing happened to my sister at her office job. They made her life hell until she quit then she couldn't get benefits. The system is rigged against workers.

Here's something important many people miss: if you do end up quitting, your resignation letter is CRITICAL evidence for your TWC claim. Never write \

This is excellent advice, thank you. If it comes to that point, I'll definitely word my resignation letter carefully. Do you know if it helps to reference specific TWC guidelines or employment laws in the resignation letter?

has anyone tried to get a settlement agreement instead?? my friend got 2 months severance when she was in this situation and signed something saying she wouldnt sue them. then she got unemployment after the severance ran out.

That's an excellent point. If you have strong documentation of a hostile environment, some employers will offer a severance package in exchange for signing a release of claims. This can be the best outcome - you get severance pay followed by unemployment benefits. Consider consulting with an employment attorney about negotiating this option, especially if you have evidence that could support legal claims.

my cousins husband got benefits after quitting his construction job but only because his boss wasn't providing basic safety equipment and he had pictures. TWC said that was a good reason to quit cause it was dangerous. not sure if hostile is the same as dangerous tho

Safety violations are one of the clearest examples of good cause for quitting, but hostile work environments can qualify too. The challenge is that safety violations are often more objectively provable (missing equipment, etc.) while hostile environments can be more subjective. That's why documentation from multiple sources (emails, witness statements, HR complaints) is so important.

Thanks everyone for the advice. I'm going to document everything thoroughly and file another formal complaint with HR. I think I'll try to stick it out while looking for another job, but it's helpful to know what my options are if things become completely unbearable. I'll update this thread if anything significant happens with either my workplace situation or TWC.

Smart approach. Document, report, and try to hold out for termination if possible. Don't forget to save copies of positive performance reviews or feedback from before the issues started - showing the contrast can be powerful evidence. Wishing you luck with this tough situation!