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Just make sure you don't quit before the actual move happens! I made that mistake and it complicated my claim because NYS Department of Labor said I quit prematurely. Wait until you have the official relocation date and then you can quit with good cause.
Good point, they gave us 30 days notice so I'll wait until closer to the actual move date. Thanks for the heads up!
I just went through something similar when my company relocated from Albany to NYC. The key thing is that NYS considers it "constructive dismissal" when the relocation makes it unreasonable for you to continue working there. In my case, I had to demonstrate that the commute would be over 2 hours each way or that relocating wasn't financially feasible. Keep all documentation about the move announcement, including emails about the timeline and new location. When you file, be very specific about why the relocation creates an undue hardship - whether it's distance, commute time, or family obligations that prevent you from moving. The adjudication process took about a month for me but I was ultimately approved. Don't let HR discourage you - they often don't know the specific unemployment regulations.
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The whole system is so confusing!! Why don't they explain this stuff better when you first apply? I've been terrified to take any work because I thought I'd lose everything.
right?? the nys department of labor website is terrible at explaining the rules
Just want to add my experience - I was in a similar situation and decided to keep filing while working part-time. Best decision I made! The partial benefits really helped bridge the gap until my hours increased. The key is being completely honest about your earnings on the weekly certification. NYS Department of Labor has gotten pretty good at cross-checking with employers, so don't try to hide income. Also, if your part-time job does become full-time and you're earning over your benefit amount, your claim will just go dormant and you can reactivate it later if needed without losing your remaining benefit weeks.
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omg the NYS Department of Labor system is such a mess. why can't they just automatically continue benefits if you're still unemployed??? makes no sense to put people through all this paperwork again
I understand the frustration, but they need to recalculate eligibility and benefit amounts based on more recent work history. The system is designed to encourage people to return to work and ensure benefits are based on current wage patterns.
Just went through this exact situation in January. You definitely need to file a new claim - don't wait until the last minute! I made that mistake and had a 2-week gap in payments. The good news is that if you qualify, your new benefit year starts fresh with up to 26 weeks of benefits again. But like others mentioned, your weekly amount could change depending on your wages during the new base period. I'd recommend applying online about 10 days before your current benefit year expires to give yourself some buffer time for processing.
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I'm dealing with this exact same issue right now! Been trying for 4 days straight and getting nowhere. Reading through all these responses has been super helpful - I had no idea about the late night trick or that there was an ID.me mobile app. I'm definitely going to try the 11pm-2am window tonight, and I'll also disable my ad blocker and privacy extensions like others suggested. It's frustrating that we have to jump through all these hoops just to verify our identity, but at least there seem to be some workarounds. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences - gives me hope that I'll eventually get through this!
Hey Emma! I just went through this exact same nightmare a few weeks ago. The late night approach really does work - I finally got through at around 1:15am after failing for over a week during normal hours. Also, definitely try the mobile app if the browser version keeps failing. One thing I'd add is to make sure you have good lighting and a clean background when doing the ID verification photos - sometimes the system is picky about that too. Don't give up, you'll get through it! The combination of late night timing + disabling extensions + mobile app seems to be the winning formula for most people.
I'm new to this community but unfortunately not new to this ID.me nightmare! I've been stuck for 6 days now and my patience is completely shot. Reading through everyone's suggestions here has been a lifesaver though - I had no idea there were so many potential workarounds. I'm going to try the late night approach tonight (seems like 1-2am is the sweet spot based on what everyone's saying), and I'll also download the ID.me mobile app and disable my browser extensions. If that doesn't work, I might look into the Claimyr service or visit my local career center. Just wanted to say thanks to everyone who shared their experiences - it's comforting to know this isn't just me being incompetent with technology! Will definitely update once I (hopefully) get through this mess.
Welcome to the community Zoe! I totally understand your frustration - I went through this exact same thing a couple months ago and it was absolutely maddening. The late night approach really seems to be the most reliable solution based on everyone's experiences here. I'd suggest trying around 12:30-1:30am since that seems to be when the system is least overloaded. Also, make sure you have all your documents ready beforehand so you can move through the process quickly once it starts working. The mobile app definitely seems to work better than the browser version for a lot of people too. Hang in there - you're definitely not alone in this struggle and you will get through it! Looking forward to your success update!
Danielle Campbell
UGH the wage requirements are SO confusing and they don't explain it clearly anywhere on the website!!! I went through this same thing last year and it took FOREVER to get a straight answer from anyone. The system is designed to confuse people I swear. But yeah definitely apply because you never know until you try.
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Rhett Bowman
•I feel you on the confusion. The NYS Department of Labor website is not user-friendly at all. But the good news is once you submit your application, they'll send you a determination letter that explains exactly how they calculated your benefit amount or why you were denied.
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Connor Murphy
Just to add some specific numbers - for 2025, you need at least $2,600 in your highest quarter and total base period wages of at least $3,900 (which is 1.5 times $2,600). Your $4,200 total could definitely work if it's distributed right across the quarters. The base period is usually the first 4 of the last 5 completed quarters before you file. Don't let the confusing requirements stop you from applying - I've seen people surprised by getting approved when they thought they wouldn't qualify!
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