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Ev Luca

How long does unemployment take to get approved in NY - still waiting after 5 weeks

Filed my unemployment claim 5 weeks ago and still haven't heard anything back from NYS Department of Labor. My claim status just says 'under review' and I can't get through to anyone on the phone. I lost my job at a retail store in December and really need these benefits to start coming through. Is this normal timing or should I be worried something went wrong? How long does unemployment take to get approved normally?

same boat here, filed in early december and still waiting... this is ridiculous

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The whole system is broken honestly. They make it so hard to get help when you're already struggling financially. I don't understand why they can't just hire more people to process claims faster instead of making everyone wait months for basic unemployment benefits.

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I hear you, it's really stressful when you're counting on those payments to pay rent and bills.

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Jamal Carter

How long does it take to get unemployment approved through NYS Department of Labor?

I submitted my unemployment application through the NYS Department of Labor website about 10 days ago and I'm still waiting to hear back. My claim status just says 'under review' and I haven't received any correspondence yet. I lost my job at a manufacturing plant and need to start receiving benefits soon to cover my rent. Does anyone know the typical timeframe for getting unemployment approved? Should I be concerned that it's taking this long?

Just wanted to share that my claim got approved yesterday after exactly 18 days. I was also worried when it hit the 2 week mark with no updates, but it came through. Hang in there!

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The timing really depends on your specific situation. If you were fired for misconduct or quit voluntarily, expect delays while they investigate. Layoffs usually process faster since there's less to verify. My brother got his approved in 12 days but my cousin who got fired is still waiting after a month because they're doing interviews with witnesses and stuff.

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Mine was definitely a layoff so that gives me some hope. The whole department got eliminated when they moved production overseas.

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Nia Thompson

Can I file for unemployment on maternity leave - NYS Department of Labor eligibility?

I'm currently on unpaid maternity leave and my job doesn't offer paid family leave benefits. My employer says I can return whenever I'm ready but there's no guarantee my exact position will still be available. Can I file for unemployment benefits with NYS Department of Labor while on maternity leave? I'm able and available to work but obviously need to arrange childcare first. Has anyone been in this situation before?

You might want to try reaching out to NYS Department of Labor directly since these situations can be complex. I know calling them is usually a nightmare with busy signals and long waits, but I recently discovered this service called Claimyr that helps you get through to actual agents. Check out claimyr.com - they have a demo video at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI showing how it works. It was really helpful when I needed clarification on my own claim status.

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How much does something like that cost? I'm already stressed about money with the unpaid leave.

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It's worth checking out their site for details. For me it was worth it just to avoid the endless busy signals and get actual answers about my specific situation.

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The whole system is ridiculous honestly. You pay into unemployment insurance your whole working life and then when you actually need it during a major life event they make you jump through hoops to prove you're 'worthy' of benefits. I hope you figure it out but prepare for a lot of bureaucratic runaround.

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totally agree, the NYS Department of Labor makes everything so complicated when you're already dealing with enough stress

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Ethan Moore

NYS Department of Labor claim denied - told I need new skills for available jobs

Just got off the phone with NYS Department of Labor and they're saying my unemployment claim might be affected because there are jobs available in my area but I don't have the right skills for them. I've been working in manufacturing for 15 years but most of the openings now are for tech stuff or healthcare. The agent mentioned something about 'structural unemployment' and said I might need retraining. Has anyone dealt with this situation? Will this affect my weekly claims if I can't find work that matches my background?

If you're having trouble reaching NYS Department of Labor agents to discuss your options, I used a service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that helped me get through to someone quickly. They have this video demo (https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI) that explains how it works. Really saved me time when I needed to clarify my job search requirements after being in a similar situation.

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Thanks for the suggestion! The regular phone lines have been impossible to get through lately.

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Wait I'm confused - are you saying they can make us take classes? I thought we just had to look for work and that was it. My cousin said something about them requiring computer classes but I figured that was just for certain people...

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NYS Department of Labor can refer you to training programs but they can't force you to enroll in most cases. However, refusing reasonable retraining opportunities without good cause could potentially affect your benefits. It's usually presented as an option to help you find work faster.

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Chloe Taylor

How to apply for unemployment number - NYS Department of Labor process?

I just got laid off from my construction job last Friday and need to figure out how to apply for unemployment number with NYS Department of Labor. My supervisor said I should file right away but I'm not sure where to start or what information I need. I've never been unemployed before so this is all new to me. Do I need to wait until my last paycheck comes through or can I start the application now? Also what's this unemployment number everyone keeps talking about - is that different from just filing a claim?

Make sure you have all your employment info ready when you file - social security number, employer addresses, dates of employment, reason for separation. If you're missing anything or put wrong info it can delay your claim for weeks while they verify everything.

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been there, construction layoffs are rough. at least unemployment gives you something while you look for the next job. just don't expect it to cover all your bills

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