To summarize this thread for anyone with the same question: 1. Once your BYE (Benefit Year End) date passes, you must file a new claim regardless of remaining effective days 2. Remaining days from your previous benefit year do not carry over 3. Your new claim will be evaluated based on your work history in the new base period 4. Continue to certify weekly while your new claim is being processed 5. Document your claim history before your BYE date as you may lose access to it This is standard NYSDOL procedure and applies to all NY unemployment claims.

I went through this exact situation last month. Lost about 35 days when my BYE expired in February. What really helped me was filing the new claim online immediately - don't wait thinking you can use up those remaining days because the system literally won't let you. I got my first payment on the new claim about 3 weeks after filing, and they did give me backpay for the weeks I certified while waiting. The frustrating part is you're basically starting over with a whole new benefit year, but at least if you worked during your previous claim period, that income should help qualify you for the new one.

Just a heads up - if you're doing any side work or gig work while collecting UI, that income is also taxable AND you need to report it on your weekly claims. Don't forget about that when tax time comes around.

This is such an important topic that catches so many people off guard! I work in tax prep and see this every year - people getting shocked by their unemployment tax bills. One thing to add: if you're married filing jointly, the unemployment income could potentially push you into a higher tax bracket or affect other credits/deductions. Also, some states suspended state taxes on unemployment during COVID, but NY wasn't one of them. Always good to consult with a tax professional if you're unsure about your specific situation, especially if you have other income sources too.

when in doubt, call and ask! but good luck actually reaching anyone at ny unemployment lol 💀

I went through this exact same confusion a few months ago! You definitely need to list your current part-time retail job as your employer on that form. The system already has your previous full-time manufacturing job info from when you originally filed your claim. The form is asking about your current employment status, not your claim history. Just make sure you keep reporting those part-time hours and wages accurately each week when you certify - that's super important to avoid any overpayment issues down the road. The wording on these forms is really confusing but you're doing the right thing by asking before submitting!

Wow, this thread has been incredibly informative! I'm a newcomer here but dealing with almost the exact same situation - filed for NY unemployment back in December and never received back pay for about 6 weeks I was eligible for before my claim was processed. Reading through everyone's experiences, I feel so much more prepared now to tackle this issue. The key takeaways seem to be: call early Monday morning (7:59am), specifically ask for a "Retroactive Payment Specialist", use the term "retroactive benefits", and have all documentation ready. @Paolo Conti's success story is really encouraging - congrats on getting your $2,180! I'm definitely going to try the Claimyr service if I can't get through the regular way. It's amazing how this supposedly "automatic" system requires so much manual intervention. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences and tips - this community knowledge is invaluable for navigating these bureaucratic nightmares!

As someone who just joined this community after dealing with a similar NY unemployment back pay issue, I can't thank everyone enough for sharing such detailed experiences and advice! I've been missing back pay for 7 weeks from when I filed in late January, and reading through this thread has given me so much hope and a clear action plan. The collective wisdom here is incredible - from knowing to ask specifically for a "Retroactive Payment Specialist" to using the exact term "retroactive benefits" when calling. @Paolo Conti's success story is especially encouraging since our situations are so similar. I'm definitely going to try the 7:59am Monday morning strategy and have that Claimyr service as backup. It's frustrating that such an important process isn't automatic, but at least now I know exactly what steps to take. Will definitely update once I get through - this kind of community support makes dealing with bureaucratic nightmares so much more manageable!

I went through this same nightmare last year when my employer contested my benefits after 6 weeks! They claimed they "never received proper notice" even though I had confirmation it was sent. What really helped me was keeping detailed records of everything - not just my layoff paperwork, but also any emails or communications about the downsizing. The hearing officer specifically asked about whether other employees were affected at the same time, so if you can document that this was part of a broader layoff rather than just you being singled out, that strengthens your case significantly. Also, don't let them intimidate you - I was so stressed about potentially owing back $5,200 in benefits, but the reality is these late contests are often just employers trying to reduce their UI tax burden. If you were legitimately laid off due to downsizing and have the documentation to prove it, you should be fine. The system may seem stacked against us, but legitimate claims usually hold up when you have proper evidence.

I'm dealing with something very similar right now - my employer just contested my claim after 7 weeks claiming they had "technical difficulties" with their system. Reading through all these experiences has been incredibly helpful and reassuring! It sounds like these late contests are basically standard practice for employers trying to save money on their UI taxes, even when they don't have legitimate grounds. I was laid off along with 6 other people when my company downsized our department, so I have solid documentation showing it wasn't performance-related. The most reassuring thing I've learned from this thread is that benefits continue during the hearing process and that legitimate layoffs with proper documentation almost always win. It's frustrating that we have to go through this stress and uncertainty, but at least now I know what to expect and feel much more prepared. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences - it really helps to know we're not fighting these employer tactics alone!