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What's the most unemployment pays in NY - need to know maximum weekly benefit amount
I'm about to file for unemployment and trying to figure out my budget. What's the maximum weekly benefit amount NYS Department of Labor pays out? I was making around $75k before I got laid off from my marketing job last month. Want to know what's the most unemployment pays so I can plan accordingly. Also does anyone know if they calculate it based on your highest earning quarter or your total yearly income?
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NY unemployment claim filed 3 months ago - still no payment despite monetary determination
I filed my NY unemployment claim on January 11, 2025, and still haven't received ANY payments. Got my monetary determination letter about three weeks ago, but nothing since then. Every time I call, I get the runaround - either "your claim is still fairly new" or "there's an issue we're working on" but NO DETAILS about what the actual problem is! It's been over 3 months now and I'm getting desperate. Has this happened to anyone else? I'm starting to think they're just giving me the same canned responses and not actually working on my claim at all. How long is this supposed to take??
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Based on what you've described, there are several potential causes for this delay: 1. Identity verification issues - very common in 2025 with the new security protocols 2. Employer response delays - they have 10 business days to respond to claims 3. Wage discrepancy investigation 4. Prior claim issues that need resolution 5. Work search documentation gaps Here's what you should do: 1. Request to speak specifically with a claims examiner, not just a general rep 2. Ask for the specific issue code on your account (they can see this) 3. Request a supervisor if they won't provide details 4. Mention Section 590.1 of NY Labor Law which requires prompt payment of benefits 5. Submit a message through your online account specifically requesting claim status detail The fact that you received a monetary determination is actually positive - it means you're financially eligible. The hold-up is likely related to one of the non-monetary eligibility factors.
Thank you! This is incredibly helpful. I didn't know about Section 590.1 - I'll definitely mention that. And you're right, I've been talking to general reps who probably can't see the details. I'll insist on speaking to a claims examiner or supervisor next time.
You're welcome! One more tip: when you call, try to reach them early in the morning (right when they open) or later in the afternoon (around 3:30-4:00pm). The wait times are usually shorter, and you're more likely to get connected to senior staff who can actually resolve issues rather than just provide status updates.
Any updates on your situation? Were you able to get through and find out what's happening with your claim?
Finally got some answers! I ended up using Claimyr like you suggested and got through to someone in about 8 minutes. Turns out there was an employer verification issue AND an identity verification problem. My former employer had 10 days to respond but never did, and instead of moving forward, my claim just sat there. The agent pushed it through manually and said I should receive payment within 3-5 business days. THANK YOU all for your help - would have been completely lost without this forum!
That's amazing news! So glad you finally got some answers and that Claimyr worked for you too. It's ridiculous that your claim was just sitting there because your employer didn't respond - they should have automatic procedures to move these forward after the 10-day deadline. At least now you know what was wrong and have a timeline for payment. Hopefully your backpay comes through quickly!
NYS Department of Labor - when did pandemic unemployment benefits officially end in New York?
I'm trying to figure out the exact dates when all the pandemic unemployment programs ended here in NY. I know regular UI continued but I'm confused about when PUA and PEUC actually stopped. My brother is still claiming he can get pandemic benefits but I think he's wrong. Does anyone know the specific end dates for each program? I need to settle this argument and also want to make sure I understand what's available now in 2025.
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The pandemic programs ending was such a mess. So many people got cut off suddenly and didn't understand why. At least now the system is back to normal operations but it's still a pain to navigate sometimes.
I remember the confusion back in 2021 when those programs ended. A lot of people didn't realize the cutoff was so abrupt. Your brother might want to check if he qualifies for regular NY unemployment instead - the eligibility requirements are different but if he recently lost a job he might still have options. The NYS Department of Labor website has a good eligibility checker tool that can help determine if someone qualifies for current benefits.
Will receiving NYS Department of Labor unemployment benefits affect my immigration status as public charge?
I'm really worried about applying for unemployment benefits through NYS Department of Labor because I heard it might count as public charge and hurt my green card application. My employer laid me off last month and I've been paying into the system for 3 years. I have a pending adjustment of status case and my lawyer said to be careful about any government benefits. Does anyone know if unemployment from NYS Department of Labor counts as public charge? I really need the money but I can't risk my immigration case.
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My cousin had the same worry but her immigration lawyer told her to definitely file for unemployment since she earned it. She's been collecting for 4 months now with no immigration issues. Don't let fear keep you from getting benefits you're entitled to!
I completely understand your anxiety about this - it's such a scary situation when you're worried about your immigration status! But everyone here is absolutely right. I went through this exact same worry when I was laid off during my green card process. Unemployment insurance is NOT considered public charge because it's an earned benefit - you literally paid for this insurance through your payroll deductions. The USCIS policy manual specifically excludes unemployment compensation from public charge considerations. I collected UI for about 8 months and it had zero impact on my immigration case. Don't let fear prevent you from accessing benefits you earned and deserve! File your claim with NYS Department of Labor - you paid into this system and you're entitled to these benefits.
NY unemployment EIN number issue when filing taxes - urgent help needed
I just started doing my 2025 taxes and I'm hitting a wall with reporting my unemployment benefits. TurboTax keeps asking for the EIN (Employer Identification Number) for the NY Department of Labor, but I can't find it anywhere on my 1099-G form. I've searched through all my unemployment paperwork and online account but nothing. Has anyone else run into this problem? What EIN number did you use? This is holding up my whole tax filing and I'm getting stressed since the deadline is coming up soon!
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btw i use freetaxusa instead of turbotax and it automatically knows the ein for unemployment in each state. saves time and its cheaper too
Thanks for the tip! I'll look into that for next year. Already too deep into TurboTax for this year's filing though.
Just wanted to follow up and say HUGE thanks to everyone who helped! I was able to complete my tax filing using the EIN number 11-2868823 that several of you provided. TurboTax accepted it without any issues and my return has already been submitted. For anyone else running into this same problem - definitely check if your 1099-G form has the EIN in box 9 first, but if it's missing like mine was, you can safely use 11-2868823 for NY unemployment benefits. This community is a lifesaver! I was so stressed about missing the tax deadline but you all came through with the exact info I needed. Really appreciate how helpful everyone has been here.
Jacinda Yu
I was getting frustrated trying to reach NYS Department of Labor to ask about my benefit calculation and someone recommended claimyr.com - they actually got me through to a real person who explained exactly how my benefits were calculated. There's a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI that shows how it works. Way better than sitting on hold for hours.
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Landon Flounder
How much does that service cost? I've been trying to get through to NYS Department of Labor for weeks about my claim status.
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Jacinda Yu
It was worth it for me since I couldn't get through any other way. They focus on helping you reach the right department instead of dealing with the automated system.
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Callum Savage
The whole system is ridiculous. $504 maximum when rent alone costs more than that in most of the state. NYS Department of Labor hasn't increased benefits to keep up with cost of living AT ALL
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Ally Tailer
totally agree, my rent is $1800 and $504 doesn't even cover a third of that
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QuantumQuest
The benefits really haven't kept pace with housing costs. I'm in a similar situation - was paying $1600/month rent on my $75k salary and now looking at potentially getting around $400-450 weekly based on my earnings. It's going to be tight but at least it's something while I job search. Have you looked into any rental assistance programs that might help bridge the gap?
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