TWC caseworker just called - how long until approval after this step?

usually means ur getting close!! i got my determination letter like 4 days after my call

The timing varies quite a bit depending on your specific case details. After the caseworker call, most people see a determination within 7-10 business days, though I've seen some get approved in as little as 3 days. The call is definitely a good sign - it means your claim is actively being worked on rather than sitting in the queue. Make sure you keep requesting payments every two weeks even though you haven't been approved yet. If approved, they'll pay all eligible weeks retroactively. Also check your correspondence inbox on the TWC portal daily - that's where your determination letter will appear first.

My caseworker called me THREE TIMES and I still got denied!! The whole system is a joke. They make it sound like everything is fine and then BAM - denied for some technicality they never mentioned during any of the calls. Don't get your hopes up too much.

When my caseworker called, it took exactly 6 business days to get my determination letter. I was approved but then had issues with payment requests showing $0. Turns out they needed additional wage verification that wasn't mentioned in the call. What finally helped was getting through to an actual agent using Claimyr (claimyr.com). They have this service that gets you through the TWC phone system without waiting for hours. Watched their demo video (https://youtu.be/V-IMvH88P1U?si=kNxmh025COIlIzKh) and was talking to someone at TWC within 30 minutes. The agent cleared up my wage issue right away, and my payments started processing the next day.

i had my interview and got approved 2 days later but then had to wait another 3 weeks for my first payment lol. TWC is soooooo slowwww sometimes

Just to add some additional context: after the caseworker call, they need to: 1. Complete their fact-finding 2. Make a determination on your eligibility 3. Send the determination letter (check your correspondence inbox) 4. Process any previously requested payment weeks if approved If your separation reason is straightforward (like company downsizing), this usually happens faster. If there are any disputes with your employer or complicated separation details, it can take longer. The fact that they called you to verify details is generally a good sign that your claim is moving through the process.

make sure u answer ur phone if they call again!! my friend missed the follow up call and her claim got delayed another 2 weeks

In my experience working with TWC claims, after the caseworker interview, a determination is typically made within 5-10 business days. However, remember that the timeline can vary based on: - How many claims TWC is processing at the moment - Whether your employer contests any details - If additional verification is needed - Any discrepancies in your work history Keep up with your payment requests every two weeks. If approved, you'll receive payment for all eligible weeks you've requested. Make sure you're completing your work search activities too (minimum 3 per week) and documenting them properly. Even before approval, you need to meet these requirements to receive benefits for each week.

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!