TWC appeal hearing where employer no-showed - how long until decision after witnesses testified?

ur in good shape! when the employer doesn't show up u usually win those cases. took me like 2 weeks to get my determination letter in the mail after my hearing but that was back in November so might be different now

I had EXACT same situation in January!! Employer fired me for being 5 min late but I showed time records that 4 other people were late constantly and weren't fired. My boss didn't call in either and hearing took maybe 20 minutes. I got my determination letter in 9 days and it was APPROVED!! They backdated all my payments to when I first filed - got about $5200 deposited all at once. Good luck!!!

In a Texas TWC appeal hearing, when the employer fails to appear and you have witness testimony supporting your case, you're in a strong position. The hearing officer's decision timeframe typically ranges from 7-14 days, though it can occasionally take up to 21 days during busier periods. Important points to remember: 1. Continue submitting your payment requests every two weeks while waiting 2. If approved, you'll receive all backdated payments from your initial filing date 3. The determination letter will arrive by mail, but you can also check your online account daily 4. If your employer doesn't appeal within 14 days of the decision, it becomes final Your witness testimony about similarly-situated employees receiving different treatment is particularly compelling evidence in constructive discharge and disparate treatment cases.

This is perfect timing - I just went through this exact situation last month. When your employer doesn't show up to the hearing, it definitely works in your favor, but it's not an automatic win. The hearing officer still needs to evaluate if your termination was for misconduct based on the evidence presented. In my case, the hearing officer asked me detailed questions about company policies and whether I had received warnings. Having witnesses testify that others did the same thing without consequences was CRUCIAL to my case. I received my determination letter 12 days after the hearing, and it was approved! However, the TWC website showed my claim status change to "Eligible" about 4 days earlier. Keep checking your online account daily. One tip - if you're desperately waiting for an answer and can't get through to TWC on the phone (I tried for 3 days straight), I used a service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that got me connected to a TWC agent in about 20 minutes. They have a video demo showing how it works: https://youtu.be/V-IMvH88P1U?si=kNxmh025COIlIzKh. The agent was able to tell me my appeal status even before it updated online.

Honstly the TWC system is total BS! Dont get 2 excited, my employer didnt show up either and I STILL got denied!! Took 3 weeks to get the stupid letter and they said I didn't provide enough evidence or something, even though I sent them ALL my emails. The whole system is rigged against workers and for employers. Now I'm having to appeal AGAIN and its been 4 months without a penny!!! This is my 3rd time on TX unemployment and its getting worse every time.

Quick update - I just checked my TWC account today and my status changed from "Appeal Pending" to "Eligible" and there's a determination letter dated yesterday in my correspondence! The hearing officer ruled in my favor since the employer failed to appear and present evidence of misconduct, plus my witnesses' testimony proved inconsistent application of company policy. All my backpay is being processed now! Just wanted to share the good news and timeline - it took exactly 8 days from hearing to determination in my case. Thanks everyone for your support and advice during this stressful time!