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Can I reapply for NY unemployment benefits before my BYE date while on maternity leave?
Hi everyone, I'm currently on maternity leave from work and my unemployment benefits just ran out this week. My Benefit Year End (BYE) date isn't until May 2025 though. Can I reapply for benefits now or do I have to wait until May when my benefit year officially ends? Sorry if this is a basic question but I've been trying to call NYSDOL for 3 days and can't get through to anyone. Getting a little desperate with a newborn and no income coming in!
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NY unemployment benefits minus $300 - keep claiming or file new claim?
I just got my unemployment payment and noticed it's way lower than before. The extra $300 is gone. Do I need to just keep claiming like normal and accept the lower amount? Or am I supposed to file a whole new claim to get back to my regular benefit? The website isn't clear about this and I'm stressing about making rent next month with this reduced amount.
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I've been claiming for 4 months now, and from what I understand you just continue with your regular weekly certification. The system automatically adjusts the amount based on whatever programs are active. It's frustrating to suddenly get less, but at least the regular benefits continue. I'm starting to look for part-time work to make up the difference.
Yeah I think I'll need to start looking harder for jobs too. Just wish the job market was better right now.
NY unemployment denied for 'not enough wages' after 6 years at job - stuck in review since January
I applied for NY unemployment back in January 2025 but got denied because they said I 'didn't make enough money' which makes NO sense since I worked at the same place for SIX YEARS!! I filled out all the additional paperwork they requested to appeal this decision, and now my online account just says 'case under review to determine benefit amount' or something like that. It's been MONTHS now with no updates! I've been out of work since January and running out of options. Has anyone dealt with this 'not enough wages' issue before? How long does this review process usually take? Getting desperate here...
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Unfortunately, you generally need to certify for each week you're claiming benefits, even during an appeal or review process. However, you can request retroactive certification for those weeks when you speak to an agent. Explain that you didn't understand you needed to continue certifying after the initial denial. They can often make exceptions for this, especially in cases where there was confusion about eligibility. Make sure to compile a list of all the weeks you were unemployed and available for work since January. The agent may ask you to verify your availability and job search activities for each of those weeks, so be prepared with that information.
Thank you! I'll put together that information tonight so I'm prepared when I finally get through to someone. Fingers crossed they'll allow the retroactive certification.
I've seen the retroactive certification work out for people in similar situations. Just be honest about why you stopped certifying (the denial letter made you think you weren't eligible) and they're usually understanding. Good luck - please update us when you get it resolved!
I really appreciate all the help everyone. Will definitely post an update once I get through to someone and hopefully get this resolved!
NY unemployment benefit year ended after 8 weeks - still eligible for remaining 6 weeks?
I've been collecting NY unemployment for 8 weeks now, but when I tried to certify today the system says my benefit year has ended. This doesn't make sense because the rep I talked to last month told me I had 6 more weeks of benefits available (total of 14 weeks). Is this just a computer glitch? Has anyone else had their benefit year end early even though they still had weeks remaining? Do I need to file a new claim or should I just call them to fix this error in their system?
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Great! Glad to hear it was resolved. This is a good reminder for everyone that sometimes what appears to be a benefit year ending can actually be a technical issue. Always best to speak with a representative before assuming you need to file a new claim.
NY unemployment benefits exhausted before September 5th deadline - why did my benefits end early?
I've been working part-time (more than 4 days per week) so I know I shouldn't receive benefits for those weeks. However, when I called the toll-free certification number today, the system told me my unemployment insurance is now completely exhausted. I thought my benefit year wasn't supposed to end until September 5th, 2025. Could it be because I still claimed for the last two weeks even though I was working? Did that somehow trigger my claim to close early? I'm confused because I thought I had at least 6 more weeks of benefits remaining in my balance.
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UPDATE: I finally got through to a representative! They explained that there was indeed a system error. Apparently, when I certified for those two weeks while working full-time, the system incorrectly processed them as if I had received benefits (even though I reported working 5 days and received $0). This caused my benefit balance to incorrectly show as exhausted. The rep fixed it on their end and my correct remaining balance is now showing. They advised that in the future, if I'm working more than 4 days consistently, I should stop certifying until I need benefits again.
Thanks for updating us! This is actually a known glitch that happens sometimes with the NY system. Glad you got it resolved. Did they tell you how long it will take for the correction to fully process in the system?
nice! how did u finally get thru to someone??
I'm in a completely different situation but reading this thread made me realize I've been making a similar mistake! I've been working 3 days a week and certifying but I think I've been answering one of the questions wrong... now I'm worried I've messed up my claim. Has anyone had to do a backdated certification correction before?
Yes, you can request backdated certification corrections. Call NYSDOL and explain exactly which weeks and what information needs to be corrected. They may ask you to submit documentation through your online account or by mail. Just be honest about the mistake - they're generally understanding if it was unintentional.
AaliyahAli
this happened to my sister to. she said to make sure you check youre UI payment history and count the weeks careful. sometimes people think they used all 26 weeks but actually havent yet. worth double checking!
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Arjun Kurti
Did you manage to get through to NYSDOL yet? I'm curious what they told you about your situation. When I finally got through using Claimyr, they were actually really helpful and explained everything clearly. Let us know what happened!
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Carmella Fromis
AuthorYes! I used the Claimyr service you suggested and got through this morning. The agent confirmed I have to wait until my BYE date to file a new claim, but gave me contact info for emergency assistance programs. I've already applied for SNAP and have an appointment with my local DSS office next week. Thank you all for your help!
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