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I'm in a similar boat - had my hearing two weeks ago and the anxiety is real! My employer tried to claim I was "insubordinate" but I had documented everything showing I was just questioning unsafe practices (which is literally my right). The judge seemed really interested in my documentation and kept asking my employer for specific examples they couldn't provide. Reading through everyone's experiences here is both helpful and terrifying - the range from 2 weeks to 8+ weeks is wild! I've been checking my mailbox obsessively and refreshing my online account multiple times a day. The worst part is not knowing if no news is good news or if something got lost in the system. For what it's worth, your case sounds strong with the performance reviews and evidence of following guidelines. Department restructuring layoffs disguised as "misconduct" seems to be a common tactic employers use. Hopefully we'll both get good news soon and can finally breathe again!
Giovanni, your case sounds really strong too! Questioning unsafe practices is absolutely your right and the fact that your employer couldn't provide specific examples when the judge asked is a huge red flag for their case. I'm dealing with the same obsessive mailbox checking - it's driving me crazy! 😅 You're totally right about the restructuring/misconduct thing being a common employer tactic. It seems like they think they can just slap a "misconduct" label on layoffs and avoid paying unemployment. From what I'm reading here, judges seem to see right through that nonsense most of the time. The waiting is brutal but at least we're all in this together. Hoping we all get our good news soon! 🙏
I'm also waiting on my appeal decision and this thread has been so helpful! Had my hearing 3 weeks ago and haven't heard anything yet. My situation is pretty similar - got laid off during a "restructuring" but they're claiming I was terminated for performance issues. Thing is, I have my last 6 months of performance reviews showing I was meeting all my targets right up until they eliminated my position. The judge seemed really skeptical when my employer couldn't explain why someone with good performance reviews would suddenly be fired for performance. They kept fumbling around trying to justify it. Based on everyone's timelines here, I'm hoping to hear something in the next week or two. It's wild how broken this system is though - the fact that people are waiting 2+ months for basic decisions while struggling financially is just cruel. But reading everyone's experiences gives me hope that most of these bogus "misconduct" claims get overturned. Fingers crossed for all of us still waiting! 🤞
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I'm in a similar boat - my benefits are ending next month and I've been applying everywhere with no luck. One thing that's helped a little is signing up for gig work (Uber Eats, DoorDash) just to have some cash flow while job hunting. It's not much but at least covers groceries. Also, if you haven't already, make sure you're registered with your local workforce development center - they sometimes have job leads that aren't posted publicly and can help with resume reviews. The whole situation is incredibly stressful but we just have to keep pushing through. Sending solidarity your way! 💪
Thanks for sharing your experience! The gig work idea is really smart - I hadn't thought about that as a way to keep some income flowing while still having flexibility for interviews. How has the pay been with delivery apps? I'm wondering if it's worth the gas and wear on my car. Also, great point about the workforce development center - I completely forgot those existed. Do you know if they help with networking events or just job placement? At this point I'm willing to try anything to avoid the panic of having zero income when benefits run out.
I'm in the same exact situation and it's absolutely terrifying. My benefits end in April too and I've been job hunting since November with barely any responses. What's really frustrating is that the 26-week limit assumes you can find work in that timeframe, but with the current market being so brutal (especially in finance), it feels completely unrealistic. I've been thinking about taking a part-time retail job just to have something coming in while I continue searching for something in my field. Has anyone had luck explaining employment gaps to potential employers when you've been unemployed this long? I'm worried about how this will look on my resume even when I do find something. The stress of potentially losing my apartment while still trying to present as a confident candidate in interviews is really taking a toll.
I completely understand the stress you're going through - the gap anxiety is real and it adds another layer of pressure to an already overwhelming situation. For explaining gaps, I've found honesty works best: "I was laid off due to company downsizing and have been actively job searching in a challenging market." Most employers understand the current economic climate. As for part-time work, that's actually a smart strategy - it shows you're proactive and willing to work while searching for the right opportunity. Plus you might be able to collect partial UI benefits if the part-time pay is less than your weekly benefit amount. Don't let the gap define your worth - focus on what you've been doing during this time (skills development, networking, etc.) and frame it positively. The market will turn around eventually, but in the meantime taking care of your immediate needs is the priority. You've got this! 💪
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I'm dealing with the same thing! Just certified about an hour ago and saw that "processed next business day" message instead of the usual Monday timeline. I've been on NY unemployment for about 2 months now and this is my first time seeing this change - had me worried that something went wrong with my certification or that there was a system error. Reading through all these responses has been such a huge relief! I completely forgot that Monday is Presidents Day. It's actually pretty cool that the NYSDOL system automatically adjusts the processing timeline for federal holidays, even though it definitely causes some initial panic when you're not expecting it. Thanks to everyone who explained how this works - I'm going to save this thread and try to keep better track of upcoming holidays so I don't stress out next time this happens!
I'm going through the exact same thing right now! Just certified a few hours ago and saw that different message - my first thought was "did I mess something up??" I've only been collecting for about a month so this is all still pretty new to me. It's so reassuring to see that literally everyone had the same reaction to seeing "processed next business day" instead of Monday. I was actually about to call the unemployment office on Monday thinking there was a problem with my claim! This thread has been incredibly helpful - I had no idea that the system automatically adjusts for federal holidays like this. Definitely going to keep a calendar of holidays handy so I don't panic next time. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences!
Just wanted to add my voice to everyone else's relief! I've been on NY unemployment for about 5 months and STILL got caught off guard by the Presidents Day delay. Certified around midnight last night and when I saw "processed next business day" my stomach dropped - thought for sure something was wrong with my claim! It's crazy how that one little message change can cause so much stress when you're depending on these payments. Really appreciate everyone explaining how the holiday processing works. The system is actually pretty smart to automatically adjust for banking holidays, but wow does it give you a heart attack the first time (or apparently even the fifth time) you see it! Going to start keeping better track of federal holidays so this doesn't surprise me again.
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I'm dealing with this same EXACT situation right now!!! My payment was released Monday and still nothing in my account today (Thursday). Called NYSDOL and they said everything looks fine on their end and to just wait. So frustrating when the bills are piling up. Let me know when yours finally hits so I can get some hope lol
Will do! This waiting game is the worst part of the whole unemployment process.
Hey there! I've been through this exact same situation with Varo and NY unemployment. From my experience, it usually takes 1-3 business days after the "released" status shows up. Since you mentioned it was released on the 15th (Tuesday), I'd expect to see it by today or tomorrow at the latest. The fact that this is your first payment (including backpay) might add an extra day or two to the process - the system sometimes takes longer to set up that initial direct deposit connection. I know the waiting is absolutely brutal when you've got bills breathing down your neck. If it doesn't show up by tomorrow, definitely give them a call just to make sure there are no issues with your banking info. But try not to stress too much - once it says "released" the money is definitely coming your way! Hang in there 💪
This is really helpful, thank you! It's good to know that first payments can take a bit longer. I've been checking my account obsessively but I'll try to be more patient. Really appreciate the reassurance that once it says "released" the money is definitely on its way.
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@PaulineW I just went through this exact situation a few months ago and wanted to share what I learned. First, definitely check if you qualify for Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) if your job loss was related to foreign trade - it provides extended benefits and retraining. Also, New York has something called the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Employment and Training program that can provide support while you're job searching. Don't forget to look into local food banks and utility assistance programs to stretch your remaining funds further. I also discovered that some community colleges offer free job placement services and networking events even if you're not enrolled - they were surprisingly helpful for making connections in my field. The most important thing I learned is to apply for everything you might qualify for NOW, not when your benefits run out, because processing times can be weeks or months. You've got this - the fact that you're planning ahead shows you're being smart about the situation!
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Alana Willis
•@Yuki Tanaka This is incredibly thorough advice - thank you so much! I had no idea about TAA or the SNAP Employment and Training program. I m'definitely going to look into both of those this week. The tip about applying for everything NOW rather than waiting is exactly what I needed to hear - I ve'been putting off researching some of these programs thinking I had more time, but you re'absolutely right about processing delays. I m'also going to check out those community college job placement services you mentioned. It s'amazing how many resources are out there that I just didn t'know existed. Your point about stretching remaining funds with food banks and utility assistance is really practical too - every dollar saved helps at this point. Thank you for taking the time to share what you learned from your experience!
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@PaulineW I'm about 2 weeks behind you at week 18 and this thread has been so helpful - thank you for starting this conversation! One thing I wanted to add is that I recently discovered New York has a program called the Dislocated Worker Program through WIOA (Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act) that can provide extended support and even funding for retraining if you meet certain criteria. You typically qualify if you were laid off from a job you held for a substantial period or if you're unlikely to return to your previous occupation. The funding can cover tuition, books, and even some living expenses while you're in an approved training program. I'm in the process of applying now and wanted to share since several people mentioned training programs. Also, I've been using the NY.gov job search portal and found their career counseling chat feature surprisingly helpful for getting guidance on next steps. The counselors can sometimes point you toward programs or resources that aren't widely advertised. Hang in there - reading everyone's suggestions here has given me so much hope that there are more options than I originally thought!
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