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I went through something similar last year and it was such a nightmare trying to get straight answers from NYS Department of Labor about this stuff. I kept getting different information every time I called their customer service line. The phone system is impossible to navigate and when you finally get through, you're on hold forever just to be told to check their website which doesn't have clear answers either.
I actually found a service called Claimyr that helped me get through to an actual NYS Department of Labor agent when I was having issues with my claim. You can check them out at claimyr.com - they have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI that shows how it works. It was way easier than trying to call on my own and sitting on hold for hours.
ugh the system is SO slow to update after appeals its ridiculous!! took almost 3 weeks for my backpay to show up even though i won my appeal. keep filing weekly claims no matter what the website says
Just wanted to add that if your appeal was for a voluntary quit disqualification, make sure you understand the ongoing work search requirements. Sometimes people think winning the appeal means they're exempt from job searching, but that's not the case. You'll need to document 3 work search activities each week and be able and available for work.
THIS IS EXACTLY WHY MINIMUM WAGE HIKES ARE STUPID!!! Politicians don't understand basic economics and then act surprised when unemployment goes up. Now we're all fighting for fewer jobs while they pat themselves on the back for 'helping workers.
I had such a nightmare trying to get through to NYS Department of Labor when I needed to ask about my eligibility. Spent hours on hold and kept getting disconnected. Finally found this service called Claimyr that helped me reach an actual agent at claimyr.com - they have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI that shows how it works. Saved me so much frustration when I needed to verify my partial unemployment eligibility.
Micah Trail
If you're having trouble reaching NYS Department of Labor agents about any questions on your claim status or job search requirements, I found this service called Claimyr that helps you get through to them. Check out claimyr.com - they have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI showing how it works. Really helped when I had issues with my weekly claims and couldn't get through the regular phone lines.
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Anna Kerber
•Thanks, I'll check that out. I've had some questions about my job search log requirements that I haven't been able to get answered.
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Nia Watson
Been there! The anxiety is normal but try not to overthink it. I was unemployed for 3 months and actually ended up in a better position than before. Use the time wisely and you'll be fine.
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