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This is such great information everyone! I'm currently in week 8 of collecting benefits and had been wondering about this too. It's really reassuring to hear from so many people who actually went through this process and got their waiting week payment. I love how this community helps each other navigate the NYS Department of Labor system - it can be so confusing when you're dealing with it for the first time. The fact that it's completely automatic and we don't need to file anything special takes a huge weight off my shoulders. Now I can just focus on my job search knowing that payment will eventually come through when my benefit year ends. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences!
Absolutely agree with you! I'm new to unemployment benefits myself and was pretty overwhelmed by all the different rules and timelines when I first started. This thread has been incredibly helpful - it's one thing to read the official NYS Department of Labor website, but hearing real experiences from people who've actually been through the whole process makes such a difference. I'm currently in my 3rd week of collecting and was already stressing about that waiting week payment, but now I know I can just put it out of my mind until my benefit year ends. Really grateful for communities like this where we can help each other figure out these complicated systems!
I'm dealing with this exact situation right now too! Filed my claim in mid-January and I'm currently on week 7 of benefits. It's been really stressing me out not knowing when or if I'd actually get that waiting week payment, but reading everyone's experiences here has put my mind at ease. It sounds like NYS Department of Labor really does have this automated and we just need to be patient. I was actually considering calling them to ask about it, but based on what everyone's saying here, it seems like that would just be a waste of time since it happens automatically anyway. Thanks for starting this thread - clearly a lot of us were wondering the same thing!
I'm so glad you posted this because I was literally about to call NYS Department of Labor tomorrow to ask the exact same question! I'm also around week 7 of collecting and that waiting week payment has been bugging me. It's amazing how many of us are in the same boat right now - must be from all the January filers. Reading through everyone's experiences here definitely saved me from wasting time on hold trying to get through to an agent when it sounds like the system really does handle this automatically. I feel so much better knowing it's just a matter of waiting until our benefit year ends rather than something we need to actively pursue!
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The system is so confusing with all these overlapping rules. I think as long as you're honest about everything and report all your income you should be fine. Just document everything in case they ask questions later.
I went through this exact situation about 6 months ago. The key thing is getting proper medical documentation from your doctor stating what type of work you can perform with your limitations. NYS DOL will want to see that you're genuinely able to work within certain restrictions, not just that you want to try working. I'd also recommend keeping detailed records of your job search efforts focused specifically on positions that match your physical capabilities - this helps prove you're "available for work" within your limitations. The process took about 3 weeks for them to review my case, but I was eventually approved for both benefits simultaneously.
This is really helpful to hear from someone who actually went through it successfully! Can you share what kind of documentation your doctor provided? I'm wondering if a simple note saying I can do light work is enough, or if they need something more detailed about specific limitations and capabilities.
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This whole thread is incredibly helpful! I'm dealing with a similar situation right now - changed my direct deposit info yesterday but my payment already shows as processed. Reading through everyone's experiences, it sounds like I should expect it to bounce back and then call using that Claimyr service to get it expedited. @Yara Nassar thanks for sharing your update - gives me hope that this can be resolved quickly with the right approach!
@CyberSamurai you're definitely on the right track! Based on what everyone's shared here, it seems like calling through that service as soon as you see the payment bounce back is the key to getting it resolved quickly. @Yara Nassar s'experience shows it really can make a huge difference - 24-48 hours versus potentially weeks of waiting. Make sure you have all your info ready when you call like @Oliver Schmidt mentioned. Fingers crossed your situation gets sorted out just as smoothly!
Just wanted to add my experience to this thread since it might help others! I had a similar situation a few months ago where I changed my direct deposit info the day before my certification was due to be processed. Like many others here, the payment went to my old account which was already closed. What I learned from calling NYSDOL is that they actually have a specific department that handles returned payments, and they can expedite the reissue if you explain the urgency. The key is to call as soon as you see the payment attempt failed rather than waiting for it to automatically process. Also, if anyone is in a really tight spot financially while waiting for the reissue, some local unemployment assistance programs can provide emergency help - worth looking into if you're facing eviction or can't afford groceries. This community has been so helpful with real-world advice that you just can't find anywhere else!
@Ava Williams this is such great additional info! I had no idea there was a specific department for returned payments - that s'really good to know. The tip about local unemployment assistance programs is also super valuable. When you re'stressed about money and dealing with payment delays, it s'easy to forget there might be other resources available to help bridge the gap. Thanks for adding that perspective! This thread really has become the most comprehensive guide to handling direct deposit issues that I ve'seen anywhere.
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Just joined this community and wow, this thread is exactly what I needed to see! I'm currently on day 16 of waiting for my first NY unemployment payment after filing in early March. Like many of you, I completed the ID.me verification, received the monetary determination letter showing my weekly benefit amount, but still no actual payments despite certifying religiously every Sunday. Reading everyone's experiences here - especially @Emma Olsen's successful resolution and the timeline of 3-5 weeks being normal for first-time claims - has really helped calm my nerves. The not knowing is definitely the worst part! I've been checking my account obsessively and was starting to worry something was wrong. It's such a relief to know this waiting period is unfortunately just part of the process. Thanks to everyone who shared their stories and timelines - this community is a lifesaver for newcomers like me navigating this stressful system for the first time.
Welcome to the community, Sean! Your timeline matches mine almost exactly - I'm also around the 2-3 week mark waiting for my first payment. It's so validating to see others going through the same thing and that we're all following the same routine of daily account checks and weekly certifications. This thread has been a goldmine of information! The fact that @Emma Olsen got all her backpay once the issue was resolved gives me a lot of hope. It sounds like the key is just staying consistent with the weekly certifications so we don t'miss out on any benefits once things get approved. The waiting is definitely nerve-wracking when you re'relying on these payments, but at least now I know 3-5 weeks seems to be the standard timeline rather than something being wrong with my claim.
Just joined this community and finding this thread has been such a relief! I'm a newcomer dealing with my first NY unemployment claim - filed about 10 days ago and already feeling anxious about the wait. Reading through everyone's experiences here, especially seeing that 3-5 weeks is pretty standard for first-time filers, has really helped manage my expectations. @Emma Olsen congratulations on getting your issue resolved! It's encouraging to see that once you reach someone, these verification problems can often be fixed quickly. I've been doing my weekly certifications and checking my account daily like everyone else. The uncertainty is definitely the hardest part, but this community has shown me I'm not alone in this process. Thanks to everyone for sharing your timelines and advice - it's incredibly valuable for those of us going through this for the first time!
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I'm in almost the exact same boat - my benefits end December 15th and I start a new job the following week. Reading through all these responses is super reassuring! It sounds like as long as you certify properly for that final week, you should get paid. The key thing I'm taking away is that the end date is inclusive, so the full week gets covered. Definitely going to set that calendar reminder like Alice suggested - can't afford to miss that final payment when transitioning to a new job. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences!
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Sophia Miller
•That's awesome that you found this thread helpful! I was in a similar situation a few months back and this community really saved me from stressing out unnecessarily. The calendar reminder thing is clutch - I actually set mine for both Saturday and Sunday just to be extra safe. Good luck with the new job! That transition period can be nerve-wracking but sounds like you've got it handled.
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AstroAdventurer
I just wanted to add my experience since I literally went through this exact scenario last month! My benefits ended on October 20th and I was so worried about that final payment. I certified on Sunday October 21st for the week ending the 20th and got paid without any issues. The key thing is that your benefit year ending date is the LAST day you're eligible, so that entire week gets covered. Just make sure you don't wait too long to certify - I did mine first thing Sunday morning to avoid any potential system glitches. Also, huge congrats on landing the new job! That timing worked out perfectly for you. The peace of mind knowing you'll have that final unemployment payment to bridge the gap to your first paycheck is such a relief.
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Libby Hassan
•This is so helpful to hear from someone who just went through it! I was getting a bit anxious about the timing but hearing that you got your payment without issues is really reassuring. I'll definitely certify first thing Sunday morning like you suggested. And thanks for the congrats on the job - yeah the timing really couldn't have worked out better. That final payment will definitely help with the transition period. Really appreciate you sharing your recent experience!
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