Just got the notification that my unemployment funds were released to my KeyBank card this morning (Friday). First time getting paid on this card and I'm wondering when I'll actually be able to access the money. Anyone know if weekend deposits take longer? Really need to pay some bills ASAP and not sure if I should count on having this money before Monday. Any experiences with KeyBank weekend processing would be super helpful!

I completed the ID verification process for my unemployment claim last Tuesday. Everything seemed to go smoothly with ID.me and they confirmed my identity was verified. But now when I try to file my weekly claim, I keep getting this error message saying my identity still needs to be verified before I can continue. I've already waited 3 days since verification and still nothing! I'm getting worried because I need to certify by Saturday or I'll miss this week's payment. Has anyone else experienced this delay after identity verification? The website says it should be processed within 24-48 hours. I've been trying to call the ny unemployment office but can't get through to a real person. This is so frustrating - I have bills due next week and really need this payment to go through. Any advice on what to do when the system says you need verification even after you've done it?

I was put on furlough back in August 2022 due to company restructuring. I filed for unemployment right away and collected for the maximum period (26 weeks). My last payment was in February 2023. Last week, I got an official termination letter saying my position was permanently eliminated. Can I reapply for NY unemployment now that I've been formally terminated? Or does using up my benefit year make me ineligible? I'm confused because technically this is a new employment situation (furlough → termination). Anyone been through something similar?

Just wanted to address something to all members here. Anyone who starts trolling or making fun of people's unemployment struggles will be removed from the group immediately. We're all going through tough times with the NY unemployment system, and the last thing anyone needs is negativity or mockery. Let's keep this a supportive space where we can actually help each other navigate this complicated process. Sending positive energy to everyone - hope all your unemployment issues get resolved soon.

After being let go from my retail job in October, I filed for unemployment right away. Got all my paperwork done and recieved benefits for about 3 weeks. Then suddenly my payments stopped in November with no explanation. Every time I try to call the 888-209 number, I get stuck in this never-ending phone tree that eventually disconnects me. I've probably called 50+ times in the last month! I've tried different times of day, different days of the week - nothing works. The website is no help - just says my claim is "pending review" but it's been that way for 7 weeks now. I need to speak to an actual human being about my claim. Does anyone have a direct number or extension to bypass this horrible automated system? I've got bills piling up and I'm about to get evicted if I don't get this resolved soon. The stress is making me physically sick.