try reaching out to your state senator's office if it takes too long. worked for me when i was stuck in pending for over a month

idk why ny unemployment is such a mess... system needs a complete overhaul fr

Make sure you have good phone reception wherever youll be taking the call. My friend lost his case cause he kept cutting out and missing important questions 🤦‍♂️

Had my hearing last month. Here's what helped me win: - Organized all my pay stubs and w2s - Had my termination letter ready - Wrote down timeline of events - Practiced explaining my side to family member - Called NY unemployment (used claimyr.com to get through) to verify my hearing time - Stayed professional even when frustrated Unless its a complicated case or huge amount of money, lawyer probably not needed. The judge was actually super fair.

Here's a detailed breakdown of what you need to do: Before Starting Work: - Print/save all payment history - Screenshot your remaining days - Complete final certification accurately During Contract: - Keep all pay stubs - Save contract details/emails - Don't certify while working After Contract Ends: - If within benefit year, restart certifying - If benefit year expired, file new claim - Use claimyr.com if you need to reach an agent Tip: Keep checking your unemployment inbox weekly even while working. Sometimes they send important notices you don't wanna miss.

dont forget to factor in taxes from both unemployment and work income. ur gonna want to adjust ur w4 probably

Here's the detailed breakdown of what you need to do: First, calculate your base period earnings - NY looks at the first 4 of last 5 completed quarters You need: - At least $2,900 in one quarter - Total earnings must be 1.5x your highest quarter - 10x your previous weekly benefit rate from work since your last claim If you meet these, file new claim immediately. Don't wait. Use claimyr.com to get through to a rep if you need clarification. Better to know now than wait till November. Keep all documentation ready: - Pay stubs - W2s - Employment dates - Separation letter Good luck! 💪

ny unemployment system is such a joke fr. took me 3 weeks to get this same question answered 🤡

major key: get a consultation with an unemployment lawyer before the hearing. many do free consultations. they'll tell you exactly what to say and what not to say 🔑

DETAILED GUIDE FOR UI HEARINGS: Before the Hearing: - Write a timeline of events - Gather all communications with employer about advancement - Get documentation of school enrollment - Practice explaining your situation clearly - Call unemployment using claimyr.com to discuss your case During the Hearing: - Be professional and calm - Answer questions directly - Don't interrupt - Take detailed notes - Have evidence ready to reference Key Points to Emphasize: - Specific instances where advancement was denied - How the job hindered career growth - Why school was necessary for career advancement - Any attempts to compromise with employer Remember, the judge needs to see that you had no choice but to quit. Simple desire for education isn't enough - you need to show the job was a dead end.