I'm going through the exact same thing right now - claim has been on hold for 3 weeks with just "adjudication in progress" showing. What's really frustrating is that they don't give you any indication of what they're even reviewing or how much longer it might take. I've been keeping detailed records of all my job search activities and filing my weekly claims like everyone suggests, but it's nerve-wracking not knowing when (or if) the money will come through. Has anyone had luck contacting their local unemployment office directly instead of the main state line? Wondering if that might be easier to get through to.

I'm in week 4 of adjudication hell myself and completely understand your anxiety about rent. What helped me was contacting my local legal aid society - they have advocates who specialize in unemployment issues and can sometimes intervene on your behalf with NYS DOL. Also, if you're facing eviction, reach out to your county's rental assistance programs ASAP while you're waiting for benefits to come through. Most have emergency funds specifically for people waiting on unemployment decisions. Don't wait until you're behind on rent to apply - the paperwork takes time to process too.

just be gratefull your actually getting mail from them😂 I haven't heard anything about my claim in 2 months despiet calling every week!

Ugh, I'm dealing with this exact same thing right now! Filed my 1099G online in March, got confirmation emails, thought I was all set. Then BAM - three different letters show up in my mailbox in June asking me to do stuff I already did months ago. One was asking me to verify my identity (already did that), another wanted me to confirm my employment history (yep, did that too), and the third was just a general "we received your tax documents" notice. It's like their left hand doesn't know what their right hand is doing. The whole system feels like it's held together with duct tape and prayers. At least I'm not the only one going through this madness!

Keep filing those weekly claims even with $0 payments - that's crucial for when your claim does get approved. Also make sure you're meeting the job search requirements (3 contacts per week) and logging them properly. Sometimes delays happen when the system flags incomplete job search documentation.

I went through something very similar earlier this year - 7 weeks of waiting with that dreaded "under review" status. What finally helped me was contacting my state assemblyperson's office. They have caseworkers who can reach out to NYS DOL directly on your behalf and often get faster responses than calling the regular helpline. I called my assemblyperson's district office, explained my situation, and they were able to get an update within 3 business days. Turns out there was a simple documentation issue that got resolved quickly once someone actually looked at my file. Worth trying if you know who represents your district - you can find that info on the NY Assembly website.

I went through something similar last year - my claim was pending for about 7 weeks before it finally got resolved. What really helped me was documenting everything: keeping screenshots of my weekly certifications, saving confirmation numbers, and writing down dates of every phone call attempt. When I finally got through to someone, having all that information ready made the conversation much more productive. Also, don't give up on calling - I found that calling right when they open (8 AM) or during lunch hours sometimes had shorter wait times. The back pay does come through once they approve it, so definitely keep filing those weekly claims like others have said.

I'm dealing with a similar situation right now - my claim has been pending for 5 weeks and it's incredibly stressful. What I've learned from researching this issue is that NYS Department of Labor claims can get stuck for various reasons: wage verification (especially if you worked for multiple employers), former employer disputes, identity verification, or even just system backlogs. The frustrating part is they don't always communicate what's causing the delay. One thing that helped me was sending a secure message through my.ny.gov portal asking for a status update - sometimes that can prompt them to take another look at your case. I also started keeping a detailed log of all my call attempts and weekly certifications in case I need to escalate later. Hang in there and definitely keep filing those weekly claims!

Pending resolution could mean they're verifying your employment history with your last employer. Sometimes employers don't respond quickly to requests for information, which can delay the process. Make sure you have all your documentation ready in case they ask for additional proof of your work history or separation reason.

I went through something similar last year. "Pending resolution" usually means they need to verify something about your claim - could be your wages, reason for separation, or just a routine review. The good news is that as long as you keep filing your weekly certifications, you should get all back pay once it's approved. In my case, it took about 4 weeks but I received every penny I was owed. Try not to stress too much - the system is slow but it does work eventually. Keep checking your online account for any requests for additional information.