I went through this exact situation about 6 months ago! My benefits ended while I was working part-time making around $590 per week. I was really worried about applying for a new claim because I didn't understand how the base period calculations worked. Here's what I learned: Since you've been working since November 2024, you should definitely have enough quarters of earnings to qualify for a new claim. The NY DOL looks at your earnings from the first 4 of the last 5 completed calendar quarters before you file. With consistent part-time work since November, you should meet their requirements. A few tips from my experience: 1) Apply online as soon as possible - don't wait, 2) Have all your pay stubs ready and organized by date, 3) Be prepared for the one-week waiting period (it's unpaid), and 4) Your new benefit amount will likely be based on your recent part-time earnings, so it might be lower than your previous claim. The hardest part for me was actually getting through to speak with someone when I had questions, but the online application process itself was straightforward. You're definitely not alone in this situation - lots of people are working part-time while trying to transition back to full-time work. Best of luck with your application!

I'm in a really similar situation and this thread has been incredibly helpful! My benefits ended about two weeks ago and I've been working part-time since October making around $580 weekly. I was so confused about whether I could even apply for a new claim, but reading everyone's experiences here has given me the confidence to move forward. What really stood out to me is how many people have successfully gotten approved with part-time work histories similar to ours. The advice about having all pay stubs organized and being completely accurate with earnings reporting seems crucial. I'm planning to apply this weekend now that I understand the base period calculation better. It's reassuring to know that even if the new benefit amount is lower, it can still make a meaningful difference when combined with part-time wages. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences - this community is such a lifeline when navigating this confusing system!

One thing that helped me was setting up text notifications through the portal. Go to your profile settings and enable SMS alerts - they'll text you when there are updates to your claim status or new messages. Also, if you're really stuck, try calling first thing in the morning right when they open at 8am. The wait times are usually shorter then. I finally got through after about 45 minutes on hold and the rep was actually really helpful in explaining what was happening with my claim.

Another thing to check is the "Payment History" section in your online account. Even if your claim status shows "Under Review," you might see pending payment amounts there which can give you an idea of your weekly benefit amount once approved. Also, make sure your direct deposit information is set up correctly in advance - I've seen people get delayed payments because they had to mail paper checks instead. The whole process is frustrating but hang in there, most claims do get processed eventually!

The system is so backwards. You get punished for standing up for yourself but if you stay and let them abuse you, that's somehow better? I've been fighting NYS Department of Labor for months over a similar situation.

I went through something similar last year - walked out after repeated verbal abuse from my supervisor. NYS Department of Labor initially denied my claim but I appealed with witness statements from two coworkers who saw the incidents. The appeals referee ruled in my favor after a phone hearing where I explained how the hostile environment affected my mental health and work performance. The whole process took about 8 weeks but I did get my benefits backdated. Don't let fear of denial stop you from filing - you have more rights than you think when it comes to hostile work environments.

ugh the waiting is the WORST part!! I remember pacing around my apartment checking my bank account every few hours when I was waiting for my first payment. hang in there, it will come through

I went through this same exact situation last month! My claim was approved but I didn't see my first payment for about 2.5 weeks. What helped me was logging into my NY.gov account and checking the "Payment History" section - sometimes it shows as "processed" before it actually hits your bank account. Also make sure you're doing your weekly certifications on time because any delay there can push back your payments. The first payment usually includes backpay for all the weeks since you filed, so it should be a decent amount when it finally comes through. Definitely stressful waiting though!

I'm dealing with this exact same issue right now! Been trying to file my unemployment claim for the past 4 days and keep hitting that authorization error. So frustrating when you're already stressed about losing your job and then the system won't even let you apply for benefits. I've tried different browsers, clearing cache, incognito mode - nothing works. Might have to bite the bullet and try that claimyr service people are mentioning since calling directly seems impossible to get through. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences, at least I know I'm not the only one dealing with this mess! 😤

I'm having the exact same authorization error! Been trying for almost a week now and it's driving me crazy. What's even more frustrating is that I can access other parts of the NY.gov site just fine, but as soon as I try to get to the unemployment filing section, boom - authorization error. Has anyone tried using a different device entirely? Like maybe trying from a phone vs computer or vice versa? I'm wondering if it's somehow tied to device fingerprinting or something. Also saw someone mention trying the mobile app - does NY even have a mobile app for unemployment claims or is it all web-based? Really appreciate everyone sharing their workarounds. This system is clearly overwhelmed and needs serious fixing. Going to try the early morning approach and the labor.ny.gov navigation method mentioned above. Fingers crossed! 🤞