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When should I file for the 104 week extension with NY unemployment? No notification yet
My unemployment benefits are going to run out soon but I haven't received any notification from the DOL about filing for the 104 week extension. I'm freaking out because I heard we need to file before the deadline to get those additional weeks approved. Should I be proactive and submit a new claim by August 25th or should I wait until I get some kind of official notice? Don't want to mess anything up by filing too early, but also don't want to miss out on benefits if I wait too long. Anyone know the right timing for this? My current claim started in October last year.
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NY unemployment claim stuck in limbo since February - already approved but no payments
I filed for NY unemployment back in February 2023 and have been in this ridiculous waiting game for over 4 months now. I've been certifying faithfully every single week like clockwork. I even received my approval letter within the first two weeks after filing! But guess what? Not a single payment has hit my account. I've been calling constantly - sometimes 15-20 times per week. Every time I manage to get through, I hear the same useless response: "We've escalated your case to priority status." They told me that back in April, and here we are in June with absolutely nothing to show for it. The last rep I spoke with just said there's literally nothing more they can do except wait for some special agent to review my case and call me. I've done everything right on my end. I've submitted all requested documents, responded to every message, certified weekly without fail. I'm at my wits end with this system. Has anyone else been trapped in this approved-but-not-paid purgatory for this long? Any suggestions on how to actually get someone to process my payments?
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Have you tried the callback feature on their website? I couldn't get through by phone for weeks, then requested a callback online and actually got one 3 days later. The agent fixed my issue in 10 minutes.
Wait what callback feature?? I don't see that anywhere on the site
It's buried in there. Go to your dashboard > Contact Us > Request Callback. But honestly if you can't find it just use claimyr.com - it's basically the same thing but actually works reliably.
i had this EXACT problem. turns out my identity verification failed but they never bothered to tell me! I only found out when i finally got through to a tier 2 agent who actually looked at my file. had to upload my drivers license and ss card again. got paid 2 weeks later.
How did you specifically ask for a tier 2 agent? Whenever I call I just get whoever answers
You have to be direct. When they first answer, say "I need to speak with a claims specialist or tier 2 agent about a pending claim that's been approved but not paying." If they say they can help you, say "With all due respect, I've been told multiple times my claim is processing but it's been X months. I need someone who can actually see what's blocking my payments.
NY unemployment question about returning to claim after one-time extra hours
So I've been on partial unemployment for a few months now, working just weekend shifts at a retail store (usually about 16-20 hours). Last week I had to cover for a coworker who got sick and ended up working 34 hours, so I didn't file a claim for that week. Now I'm back to my normal schedule this weekend (just 19 hours). Will there be any issues when I try to certify for this week? I'm worried the system might think I returned to full employment since I didn't claim for a week. Anyone dealt with this before with ny unemployment? I don't want to mess up my benefits.
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Side note: make sure you document EVERYTHING. Keep track of the weeks you work, hours, pay stubs, etc. NY unemployment loves to randomly audit people and if your numbers don't match up they can make you pay everything back. Ask me how I know... 🙃
Yes definitely start a spreadsheet! I had to pay back $3800 because my employer reported different hours than what I claimed. I was off by like 2-3 hours some weeks because I was estimating. Not worth the headache!
THIS!!! The system is designed to catch you in the smallest mistakes I swear.
Unpopular opinion but the NY unemployment system actually works pretty well compared to other states. My sister lives in Florida and their system is a NIGHTMARE on purpose to deny claims. At least in NY you actually get paid when eligible.
LOL tell that to the thousands of us who couldn't get through on the phone lines for MONTHS during the pandemic
Fair point, but I'm talking about now. The system handles partial claims and variable hours pretty smoothly which is what OP is asking about.
How long til funds show up on Key Bank card after NY unemployment releases payment?
Just checked my payment history and saw my ny unemployment benefits were finally released today (friday). Will the money be on my Key Bank card by tomorrow? I'm wondering if Key Bank processes deposits on weekends or if I'll have to wait until monday? Really need this money for rent so hoping I dont have to wait til next week!
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Key Bank is THE WORST bank ever for unemployment. Once your money hits, consider transferring it out immediately to your regular bank. I had my card frozen randomly twice for "suspicious activity" which was just me buying groceries 🤬
omg SAME happened to me! tried to get gas and card was declined... so embarrassing
their fraud detection is ridiculous. I called and they said any purchase over $100 can trigger it automatically
NY unemployment website down for 2 days - can't access my payment history
Been trying to check my unemployment transcript since Wednesday night but the site keeps giving me an error message. Tried logging in this morning and still nothing. This happens every time I try to view my payment history or check my claim status. Anyone else having trouble with the ny unemployment website? I need to print my payment history for my landlord by tomorrow and I'm freaking out. Tried different browsers, cleared cache, even used my roommate's laptop. Nothing works. Called the number and it just tells me to check online. What a joke.
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Try Internet Explorer if u have it. I know it sounds crazy but their site is so outdated sometimes the newer browsers don't work right with it.
laugh all u want but it worked for me when nothing else did! government sites are stuck in the stone age
lol i'll try anything at this point! thx
no one knows exactly when the site will be back up. it could be hours or days becuz thats how ny unemployment rolls. ur best bet is to physically visit an office if u need something urgently or use claimyr.com to get ahold of a human. its worth it when ur desperate
Owen Jenkins
Curious - what industry do you work in? Some sectors qualify for different types of extensions or training benefits that others don't. Might be worth looking into.
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Aaliyah Reed
AuthorI was in hospitality/restaurant management before getting laid off last year. Are there specific programs for that industry?
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Owen Jenkins
Hospitality workers sometimes qualify for retraining programs through workforce development. Check with your local career center - they might have options that extend benefits while you retrain for a new field.
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Lilah Brooks
just went through this whole process. DO NOT file a new claim without being told to. they WILL notify you. mine came exactly 3 weeks before my benefit year ended. they sent email, message in the portal, AND a letter. you won't miss it.
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