Just want to add that you still have to be available for full-time work and actively job searching even while working part-time. Don't let the part-time job make you complacent about finding something better!

I went through this exact situation last year! @Carmen Lopez, you're absolutely right to apply for partial unemployment. One thing that helped me was keeping detailed records of my work hours and earnings each week before filing my weekly claim. The NYS Department of Labor has a partial benefit rate table that shows exactly how much you can earn while still getting benefits - I think for most people you can earn about 25% of your weekly benefit amount without any reduction, then they deduct 25 cents for every dollar you earn above that. Also make sure your part-time employer knows you're collecting unemployment so they don't report anything incorrectly to the state.

The system is literally designed to make u give up istg

Just went through this exact situation last month! Had to file in both states initially to figure out which one I qualified for. Turns out NY had higher benefits for me even though my last job was in NJ. The trick is calling NJ first thing in the morning (like 8am sharp) and having all your documentation ready. Also keep a log of every call you make - dates, times, who you spoke with. That saved me when there was confusion later. Don't give up, it's worth the hassle once you get it sorted! 🙏

i swear they do this on purpose hoping people will just give up. stay persistent! keep calling! the squeaky wheel gets the grease with these ppl 🤡

Same exact situation here! Green card holder, been stuck in "review" limbo for 2.5 months now. Called 8 times and got 8 different explanations - first it was employer verification, then document authenticity, now they're saying it's a "secondary review" that could take another month. The most frustrating part is my green card doesn't even expire until 2027! I've been authorized to work in the US for over 3 years now. This system is absolutely broken and seems designed to exhaust people into giving up. Going to try some of the suggestions here like contacting my assembly person and that specialized documentation department. Thanks for posting this - at least I know I'm not alone in this nightmare!

The system is SO confusing with multiple states! I worked in NY, moved to PA for 6 months, then came back to NY and got laid off. Still not sure if I filed correctly but my claim got approved eventually. Just be honest about all your work history and let them sort it out.

Just went through this exact situation last month! Filed with NYS Department of Labor even though I had worked in New Jersey for part of my base period. The key thing is to have all your employment information ready when you file - exact dates, employer addresses, and your Social Security number that was used for each job. NYS will handle the interstate wage request automatically, but it can add a few extra weeks to the processing time. Don't stress too much about it, the system is designed to handle multi-state work history. Make sure to keep checking your online account for any requests for additional documentation.

I've been dealing with NYS Department of Labor for months trying to get through to someone about my claim issues. If you need to actually talk to an agent about your specific situation, I found this service called Claimyr that helped me get through. You can check it out at claimyr.com - they have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI that shows how it works. It was way easier than spending hours on hold.

Just file and don't overthink it. Worst case they deny you and you appeal. Better to try and get some money coming in than worry about every little rule.