my friend had this same issue, try logging into the key2benefits website and check pending deposits. sometimes u can see it coming before it actually hits the card

Quick update question - has the money shown up yet? It's been a few days since your original post.

This whole thread is making me second guess my situation... I got laid off but my employer said it was a 'termination for business reasons' on my paperwork. Is that considered fired or laid off? I'm so worried they classified it wrong and it'll affect my benefits. Already been waiting 2 weeks for my claim to process and I'm starting to panic about paying rent.

I was in a similar boat - quit due to a toxic work environment and almost didn't apply because I thought quitting automatically disqualified me. Turns out hostile workplace absolutely can qualify as good cause! The key is documentation - save any emails, texts, or write down incidents with dates. NYS DOL will review everything during adjudication. Don't let the fear of rejection stop you from applying - the worst they can say is no, but you might be surprised. I'd recommend applying ASAP since there can be delays in processing, and you don't want to lose out on potential benefits you're entitled to.

Same boat here - worried about my old supervisor getting bothered! But like others said, they probably only heard from unemployment when I first filed. Been collecting for 6 weeks now and haven't heard anything about them getting calls.

Don't stress about it too much! I've been on unemployment twice in NY and can confirm what others are saying - they only contacted my employers during the initial filing process. The weekly certifications are just for you to confirm your status, not triggers for them to call your old job. Your manager was probably just misinformed or maybe trying to make you worry for no reason. Focus on your job search and don't let the anxiety about employer contact distract you from that!

I went through this exact same situation last month! The email mismatch definitely caused some delays in my case - I missed a few important notifications about my claim status. Here's what I did that worked: 1. I kept checking my unemployment portal daily since I wasn't getting email updates 2. Used the secure messaging system to explain the email issue to them 3. Updated my email directly on ID.me's website (not through the unemployment portal) 4. After about 2 weeks of back and forth messages, they finally updated my contact info The whole process took about 3 weeks to fully resolve, but my benefits weren't affected - just the communication. Don't panic, but definitely get it fixed soon so you don't miss any important deadlines or requests for additional info. The secure messaging system in your unemployment account is honestly more reliable than trying to call anyway.

I had this exact same issue when I applied back in August! The email mismatch definitely creates problems because you won't get important notifications about your claim status, deadlines, or requests for additional documentation. Here's what worked for me: 1. Log into ID.me directly (not through the unemployment portal) and update your email address to match your unemployment account 2. Send a secure message through your unemployment portal explaining the situation - be specific about which emails you used where 3. Keep checking your unemployment portal daily since you might miss email notifications 4. Whatever you do, DON'T create a new application - that will flag your account for potential fraud I know calling is nearly impossible, but if you can get through to someone it will speed up the process. The whole thing took me about 2-3 weeks to fully resolve through messaging, but my payments weren't delayed once I got it sorted out. The most important thing is to act quickly before you miss any important communications about your claim!

I'm a respiratory therapist and just went through this exact situation! Got laid off in December due to staffing cuts and was able to get unemployment benefits no problem. The whole "healthcare workers can't get UI" thing is definitely a myth - we're employees just like everyone else. I filed online and it took about 2 weeks to get my first payment. Make sure you have your last few pay stubs and employment dates ready when you file. The NYS DOL system walks you through everything step by step. Don't let anyone convince you that being in healthcare disqualifies you - that's just not true!

I'm a nurse practitioner and can add another perspective here - I collected unemployment benefits in 2022 when my clinic closed unexpectedly. The application process through the NYS Department of Labor website was actually pretty straightforward. What helped me was having all my employment documentation organized beforehand: W-2s, final pay stub, and the official layoff notice from my employer. Since you were laid off due to budget cuts, that's clearly an involuntary separation which makes you eligible. Don't let the misinformation from your coworkers delay you - healthcare professionals are absolutely eligible for unemployment benefits just like any other worker. The sooner you file, the sooner you can start receiving benefits. Good luck with your application!