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The system is so slow these days. Back when I first filed in 2019 it was much faster but now with all the changes since covid everything takes forever. Just be patient and keep doing your weekly certifications. The money will come eventually, they're just backed up processing everything.
Good to know it's not just me. I'll keep being patient and doing my weekly claims.
I just went through this process a few months ago and wanted to share what helped me. Besides keeping up with weekly certifications, make sure your direct deposit info is set up correctly in your online account - that was actually what delayed my first payment by almost a week. Also, if you haven't already, download the NY.gov ID app and verify your identity through that system. NYS Department of Labor has been requiring additional identity verification for many new claims, and getting ahead of that can speed things up. Hang in there - the first payment is always the longest wait, but once it starts flowing it's usually pretty consistent.
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same boat here, filed twice in 18 months and no problems. just make sure you file within the right timeframe after getting laid off
I was in a similar situation - filed my first claim in early 2023, then got rehired for about 6 months before being laid off again. The key thing is making sure you earned enough wages between claims to establish a new benefit year. NYS DOL will automatically calculate whether you qualify based on your work history. Don't worry about being "flagged" - layoffs are unfortunately common and they understand people may need to file multiple legitimate claims. Just be honest about your work dates and wages on the application.
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mine is next week too! so nervous about it. did you get the packet of documents from your employer yet? they're supposed to send you copies of everything they plan to use
Yes I got it yesterday. Lots of papers but most of it seems to be general policy stuff, not specific to my situation.
Just went through this process two months ago and won my appeal! A few practical tips: 1) Write down your key points beforehand and stick to them - don't let the employer's accusations throw you off track. 2) If you have any witnesses (coworkers who can verify the safety issues), make sure they're available during the hearing time. 3) The judge will ask you directly about the circumstances of your termination, so practice explaining the timeline clearly. 4) Don't be afraid to ask the judge to repeat questions if you didn't hear clearly - it's a phone hearing so audio can be spotty. Most importantly, emphasize that your safety complaints were made in good faith and that the "performance issues" only came up after you complained. Good luck!
This is really helpful advice! I'm especially worried about staying focused during the hearing. Did you find that having witnesses made a big difference in your case? I have one coworker who might be willing to testify about the safety issues but I'm not sure if it's worth the hassle of coordinating that during a phone hearing.
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The only thing to watch out for is if you're planning to retire soon - you need to be genuinely available for work. If you tell them during the interview that you're only looking for a few months before retiring, that might cause issues with your claim.
@Malik Thompson, you're definitely eligible! I went through this same situation at 64 when my company downsized. The application process was straightforward - no age-related questions at all. Just make sure you have your employment history ready (pay stubs, employer info) and be prepared to show you're actively seeking work. The weekly job search requirement is the same for everyone - I think it's 3 job contacts per week. Don't let age discrimination concerns stop you from applying for jobs either - your experience is valuable! Good luck with your application.
@Diego Fisher Thanks so much for sharing your experience! It s'really encouraging to hear from someone who went through the same situation. I appreciate the tip about having all my employment documentation ready - I ll'make sure to gather my pay stubs and employer contact information before I start the application. The 3 job contacts per week requirement seems very reasonable. You re'right about not letting age concerns hold me back from applying for positions. After 15 years at my last job, I have a lot of skills and experience to offer employers. I m'feeling much more confident about moving forward with my application now!
Samuel Robinson
Same question here! I'm doing some gig work and wasn't sure how to report it properly on my weekly claims.
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Chloe Zhang
For gig work, you need to report ALL earnings for the week you actually received payment, not when you did the work. So if you did DoorDash or Uber on Monday but got paid Friday, report it for that Friday's claim week. NYS DOL counts gross earnings before any expenses or taxes. I learned this the hard way when I got an overpayment notice because I wasn't reporting my gig earnings correctly. The key is being super accurate about when you actually received the money in your account.
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Jamal Brown
•This is such important info about gig work timing! I've been reporting when I worked instead of when I got paid. No wonder the amounts seemed off on my claims. Thanks for sharing your experience - definitely don't want to deal with an overpayment situation.
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