TWC denied my claim after medical retirement from Air Force - can't work due to back surgeries

sorry bout ur situation man but unemployment is for people who CAN work but DON'T have a job. if ur doctor says you cant work then you dont qualify for regular unemployment benefits. have u looked into disability?

Unfortunately, regular TWC unemployment benefits require that you're able and available to work full-time. Since your doctor has restricted you from working, you don't meet the basic eligibility requirements. That's why you were denied. What you should look into instead: 1. VA disability benefits if you haven't already applied 2. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) for temporary disability 3. Check if you qualify for any temporary financial assistance programs through the VA Don't risk your health by working against medical advice. The appeal for your TWC denial likely won't be successful since you genuinely can't work right now, which is a core requirement.

I WENT THROUGH SOMETHING SIMILAR LAST YEAR!!! The system is SO FRUSTRATING. You can't get unemployment if you can't work, but disability takes FOREVER to kick in. It's like they WANT people to be homeless in between!!! Have you tried calling TWC to see if there are ANY exceptions for your situation? I spent WEEKS trying to get through to someone who could actually help.

I work with veterans transitioning to civilian life, and this is a common misunderstanding. For your immediate situation: 1. Contact your local VA office about their emergency financial assistance program - many vets don't know this exists but it can provide short-term help 2. Look into the Wounded Warrior Project financial assistance if your injuries were service-related 3. File for SSDI right away, and make sure to indicate you're a veteran as this can sometimes expedite your claim 4. Some states have temporary disability programs separate from unemployment, though Texas unfortunately doesn't If you're having trouble reaching someone at the VA about urgent financial assistance, I'd recommend Claimyr (claimyr.com) - they help people get through to government agencies without waiting on hold for hours. They have a good video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/V-IMvH88P1U?si=kNxmh025COIlIzKh. Many veterans I've worked with have used it to finally get through to the right person.

I'm so sorry about your situation! I'm wondering if you might qualify for pandemic unemployment assistance instead of regular unemployment? That covered people who couldn't work for medical reasons related to COVID. Is your medical condition at all COVID related?

my brothr got medicaly retired too and he got some kind of seperaton pay plus his VA disability, did you get a lump sum payment when you retired? that should help while waiting for the va disability to start

Just to clarify something important - if you appeal the TWC denial, you'll need to certify you're able and available for full-time work, which contradicts your doctor's orders. Making false statements on unemployment claims can lead to penalties and having to repay benefits plus interest if they discover the discrepancy later. Instead, focus on expediting your VA claim. You can request a hardship acceleration by submitting VA Form 20-10207 (Request for Expedited Processing). Include documentation of your financial hardship (past due bills, eviction notices, etc) to strengthen your case.

have u applied for snap benefits (food stamps)? that could at least help with groceries while ur waiting for disability to kick in

one more thing - check with ur county veterans service office. they sometimes have emergency funds 4 vets in ur exact situation. helped my buddy last year when he was in between benefits