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I'm experiencing the exact same issue - filed my weekly claim on Sunday and it shows as processed on my.ny.gov but still no payment deposited. Usually gets deposited by Wednesday at the latest. This seems to be affecting multiple people so I'm hoping it's just a temporary processing delay on DOL's end. I'll keep checking my account and the portal for updates. Thanks for posting this - at least we know we're not alone in dealing with this delay.
Same situation here! Filed Sunday, shows processed but no deposit yet. I'm in the same boat as everyone else - this is definitely a widespread issue with DOL processing. Has anyone checked if there are any official announcements from NYS about system maintenance or delays? I'm going to keep monitoring my account and maybe try that claimyr service someone mentioned earlier if this doesn't resolve by tomorrow. Really appreciate everyone sharing their experience so we know it's not just individual account issues.
I'm dealing with the exact same issue! Filed my weekly claim on Sunday and it shows processed on my.ny.gov, but still no payment in my account as of Thursday evening. This is really stressful because I have bills due. It's somewhat reassuring to see others experiencing the same delay - suggests it's a DOL processing issue rather than individual account problems. Has anyone received any updates or notifications from NYS about system delays? I'm going to try calling tomorrow morning but based on what others are saying, it sounds like the phone lines are overwhelmed too.
I'm in the exact same boat! Filed Sunday, shows processed but no payment yet. This is really frustrating because like you said, bills don't wait. I've been checking my account obsessively since Tuesday. At least knowing it's affecting so many people means it's likely a system-wide DOL issue that should hopefully get resolved soon. I'm also planning to try calling first thing tomorrow morning, though it sounds like we might all be competing for the same overloaded phone lines. Fingers crossed this gets sorted out quickly!
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Just to clarify the misconduct standard for everyone - NYS Department of Labor defines misconduct as behavior that shows willful disregard of the employer's interests, deliberate violation of rules, or disregard of standards that the employer has a right to expect. Being fired for inability to perform the job, lack of skills, or good faith errors typically won't disqualify you from receiving benefits. Always file your claim first and let them investigate rather than assuming you're not eligible.
I went through something similar last year when I got let go for "not meeting expectations." The company was clearly downsizing but used performance as the reason. I was terrified to file thinking I'd get denied, but I'm so glad I did. NYS Department of Labor approved my claim after a brief phone interview where they just asked me to explain what happened. The key thing they seemed to care about was whether I was deliberately doing a bad job or violating clear policies - which I wasn't. My advice is definitely file ASAP since there's a waiting period anyway, and be completely honest about the circumstances. Even if you're unsure, let them make the call rather than missing out on benefits you might be entitled to.
This is really helpful to hear from someone who went through the exact same situation! I'm feeling a lot more confident about filing now. The fact that they actually approved your claim even though the company used performance as the reason gives me hope. I think I was overthinking it and assuming the worst. Going to submit my application today - thank you for sharing your experience!
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If you're having trouble getting through to NYS Department of Labor for tax-related questions about your benefits, I used a service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that helped me connect with an actual agent. They have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI showing how it works. Really saved me time since the regular phone lines were always busy when I needed to verify my 1099-G information.
Thanks for the tip! I've been trying to reach them about my tax documents for weeks.
just want to add that you should definitely keep track of all your unemployment payments throughout the year because you'll need to report the total amount on your tax return. NYS Department of Labor will send you a 1099-G form but its good to have your own records too
Great advice about keeping your own records! I learned this the hard way when my 1099-G was delayed last year. Also worth noting that if you had taxes withheld from your unemployment benefits, that will show up on the 1099-G too so you can claim those withholdings when you file. NYS gives you the option to withhold 10% for federal taxes when you certify each week.
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For what it's worth, I was in a similar situation last year and ended up owing about $800 on roughly $6,000 in unemployment benefits. The key thing is to not panic - the IRS and NY state are pretty reasonable about payment plans if you can't pay it all at once. I set up a monthly payment plan for $100/month and it wasn't a big deal. Also, if you use tax software like TurboTax or FreeTaxUSA, they'll walk you through exactly how to report the 1099-G. It's not as complicated as it seems at first.
This is really helpful to know - $800 on $6,000 sounds way more manageable than what I was imagining! Did you have other income that year too or was unemployment your main source? I'm trying to get a better sense of what to expect since I had about $8,000 in benefits plus my W-2 income from before getting laid off.
Just went through this exact situation myself! Had about $7,500 in unemployment benefits plus W-2 income from working 6 months before getting laid off. Ended up owing around $900 total between federal and state. The good news is that TurboTax made it super easy - just uploaded my 1099-G and W-2 and it calculated everything automatically. One tip: if you're using the standard deduction, you might qualify for some credits that can offset what you owe. Also, don't stress too much - worst case scenario you can set up a payment plan online through IRS.gov in like 10 minutes. Way less scary than I thought it would be!
Thanks for sharing your experience! That actually makes me feel a lot better about this whole situation. I was imagining I'd owe like $3,000 or something crazy. $900 between federal and state on $7,500 in benefits sounds totally reasonable. I'll definitely look into TurboTax - sounds like it takes a lot of the guesswork out of it. Really appreciate everyone's help here, this community has been a lifesaver for navigating all this unemployment stuff!
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my brother got unemployment last year and forgot about the taxes, ended up paying penalties and everything. definitely set up that withholding if you can
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This is such an important heads up for anyone new to unemployment benefits! I wish they made it clearer during the application process. For anyone reading this - you can also check if your state offers any tax credits or deductions that might help offset the tax burden from unemployment benefits. Some states have provisions that can reduce the tax impact. Also, if you can't afford to pay the full amount when you file, the IRS and state tax agencies usually offer payment plans. Don't panic if you owe money - there are options to help manage it.
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