Just wanted to jump in here as someone who's completely new to the unemployment system but has been lurking and learning from everyone's posts. This whole withdrawal process sounds incredibly stressful and I really feel for everyone going through it right now! 😔 From reading through all the comments, it seems like the key takeaways are: - Keep certifying weekly no matter what - Check both email AND physical mail daily - Document everything - The 30-day timeline rule gives some structure - Most people seem to get resolved favorably with backpay @AstroAdventurer thanks for being brave enough to post about this - I'm sure there are tons of people dealing with similar situations who are finding comfort in knowing they're not alone. The unemployment system seems like such a maze to navigate! Question for the group: for those who got favorable outcomes, was there anything specific you think helped your case during the fact-finding process? Or was it mostly just a matter of waiting it out and responding quickly when they asked for info? Sending good vibes to everyone waiting for their determinations! 🤞✨

Hey everyone! Just wanted to say thank you so much for all the detailed responses - this thread has been incredibly helpful and reassuring! 🙏 I'm feeling a lot less panicked now knowing that this withdrawal process is actually pretty common and that most people here got favorable outcomes with backpay. The 30-day timeline rule @Madeline Blaze mentioned is especially comforting to know there's actually a deadline they have to meet. I've started implementing everyone's advice: - Continuing to certify weekly ✅ - Checking both email AND physical mailbox daily now (thanks @Nia Davis!) - Started organizing all my employment docs just in case - Bookmarked claimyr.com for if I need to actually talk to someone @MoonlightSonata your experience sounds almost identical to mine and knowing you got through it successfully in 4 weeks with full backpay gives me so much hope! @Fatima Al-Hashimi your breakdown of what to expect was super helpful too - I screenshot it for reference! Will definitely update this thread once I hear back from them. Fingers crossed it's good news! Thanks again everyone for sharing your experiences and making this whole stressful process feel less isolating. This community is amazing! 💪✨

You should also know that even if you get approved, you might have to wait longer for your first payment since they'll need to investigate. My cousin quit for good cause and it took 6 weeks before she saw any money.

I went through this exact situation two years ago. My supervisor was creating a hostile work environment and I documented everything - saved emails, wrote down incidents with dates/times, and even got a coworker to witness some of the harassment. When I finally quit and filed for unemployment, NYS Department of Labor initially denied my claim, but I appealed and won after the adjudication interview. The key was having all that documentation to prove it was a reasonable decision to quit. The whole process took about 8 weeks from filing to getting my first payment, but it was worth it. Make sure you keep filing your weekly claims even while waiting for the decision - you'll get back pay if approved.

Congrats on the new job! 🎉 This is such great news after months of being unemployed. You're being really smart to ask about this beforehand - shows you want to do everything by the book. Based on my experience and what I've learned from others here, you're on the right track: - Definitely claim for your last week since you weren't working those days yet - Once you start your new position, just stop certifying - that's it! No need to call or formally close anything - The system will automatically mark your claim inactive after you miss several certifications - Make sure to save/print your payment history and keep your login info for tax season One thing that really helped me was setting a phone alert for my usual certification day with "DON'T CERTIFY - WORKING NOW!" because it's so easy to do it on autopilot after months of routine weekly certifications. Also double-check your exact start date so you don't accidentally certify for any week that includes work days, even if it's just your first day. You've got this! Wishing you all the best with the fresh start! 💪

Congrats on the new job! 🎉 That's fantastic news after being unemployed since December - you must be so excited to start fresh! You're absolutely doing the right thing by asking about this beforehand. From my own experience going through this transition: - Yes, definitely claim your final week since you weren't working those days - Once you start the new job, simply stop certifying - no phone calls or formal closure needed - The system will automatically mark your claim inactive after missing certifications - Download and save your payment history before losing access (you'll need it for taxes) Pro tip that saved me: Set a phone reminder on your usual certification day saying "DO NOT CERTIFY - EMPLOYED!" It's so easy to accidentally certify out of habit after months of weekly routine. Also make absolutely sure you know your exact start date - don't certify for any week that includes work days, even if it's just your first day. You're being super responsible by planning this out properly. Best of luck with the new position! 💪

This happened to my cousin and she never got that week back even though she called. The NYS Department of Labor rep told her that missing the deadline means you forfeit that week's benefits period. Maybe it depends on who you talk to but just wanted to give you a heads up that it might not work out.

I work as a benefits advocate and can confirm that NYS allows late filing for good cause within 30 days of the missed deadline. Family emergency absolutely qualifies. When you call, be prepared to explain the situation clearly and mention you have hospital documentation ready if needed. The key is being persistent - if the first rep says no, politely ask to speak with a supervisor. Also, make sure you continue filing your weekly certifications on time going forward so this doesn't impact your ongoing eligibility. Don't let anyone tell you that missing one week forfeits it permanently - that's not how the system works when you have valid cause.

just went through this last month, got approved no problem. make sure you have your employer fill out the separation form correctly showing lack of work not misconduct or anything like that

I've been working seasonal construction for about 8 years now and can confirm that seasonal workers absolutely qualify for unemployment benefits in New York. The key thing is to make sure your employer properly documents the layoff as "lack of work" rather than any other reason. I usually file my claim the week I get laid off in December and have never had major issues getting approved. One tip - if you know approximately when you'll be called back to work, mention that in your claim but don't give a specific date unless your employer puts it in writing. The NYS DOL understands seasonal patterns in industries like construction, landscaping, and tourism. Just be honest about your situation and keep up with the weekly certifications!