TWC ruled me ineligible claiming I quit - but I was fired! What options besides appeal?

Unfortunately, filing an appeal is your main option here. TWC takes the employer's statement first, and many employers claim employees quit to avoid UI tax increases. Your best approach is to file the appeal immediately (you have 14 days from the date on your determination letter) and gather evidence: 1. Written statements from the coworkers who witnessed your firing 2. Any texts/emails discussing your termination 3. Final paystubs showing termination 4. Any performance reviews showing you were in good standing While waiting for your appeal, be sure to continue requesting payment every two weeks even though you'll be denied. This way if you win your appeal, you'll get backpay for all those weeks.

EXACT same thing happened to me in January!!! My boss fired me for being 5 min late (after 3 yrs working there with no issues) then told TWC i quit! The system is RIGGED to benefit employers and its total BS. I filed appeal but still waiting after 10 WEEKS with no hearing date!!!

I successfully won a similar case last year. Here's what you need to know: 1. Appeal is indeed your only option to reverse the determination 2. While waiting, request benefits every two weeks (even though they'll deny them) 3. Prepare for your hearing thoroughly - they typically last 30-45 minutes 4. You can request "expedited handling" if you're facing eviction or utility disconnection 5. Call TWC's Appeal Department directly at 512-463-2800 to check status For your hearing, focus on the specific words used during termination. Present evidence chronologically. If coworkers witnessed it, their testimony is crucial. One tip: if you were fired for questioning policy, frame it as asking for clarification rather than "challenging authority" - this distinction matters to hearing officers.

u can try contact ur state rep office they can somtimes help push TWC cases faster. google ur rep based on address and call their office. worked for my cousin last yr when he had simlar issue

I had this exact situation! My boss said I abandoned my job when actually he told me not to come back after I reported unsafe conditions. I waited 9 weeks for my appeal hearing and was eating ramen noodles every day trying to survive. I ended up winning but those 2 months were hell.

After trying to call TWC for two weeks (constant busy signals or disconnects), I finally used a service called Claimyr to get through to TWC. It cost money, but it was worth it because I got connected to a real agent in about 30 minutes. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/V-IMvH88P1U?si=kNxmh025COIlIzKh The agent I spoke with was able to add notes to my file about my employer's incorrect statement and flagged my case for faster review. While it didn't replace needing an appeal, I felt better knowing someone at TWC had heard my side before the hearing. The website is claimyr.com if you're interested.

Hear me out - is there ANY chance your employer would reconsider if you spoke directly with them? Sometimes HR doesn't know the full story and managers lie. If you can get them to submit a correction to TWC, it's way faster than appeals. Happened to my brother-in-law last year.

Another important thing to understand: in Texas, the burden of proof in a discharge case is on the employer. When they claim you quit, they must prove it was voluntary. During your appeal hearing, ask how they documented your supposed "voluntary quit" - did you sign a resignation letter? Did they have exit paperwork? If they have nothing in writing showing you quit, that strengthens your case significantly. Also, in your appeal letter, clearly state: "I was discharged by [manager name] on [date]. I did not quit or resign my position." This simple, direct statement is important for the record.

i got denied to and my freind told me to file for pua benifits instead but i dont know how to do that can anybody help?

yes after i won my apeeal i got all my back pay for the 9 weeks but it took another 2 weeks for it to hit my account. they paid all at once with no extra steps needed

try callng right wen they open at 7am. thats how i got thru last time