Have you considered talking to a lawyer about workplace harassment first? Sometimes threatening legal action can improve the situation without you having to quit.

I went through something similar about 6 months ago. The key thing NYS Department of Labor looks for is whether you made "reasonable efforts" to resolve the situation before quitting. In my case, I had to show that I complained to HR in writing, requested a transfer, and documented specific incidents with dates and witness names. I also had to prove that the working conditions were "so intolerable that a reasonable person would have been compelled to resign." It's a high bar, but not impossible if you build a solid paper trail. Start documenting everything now - emails, incidents, witnesses, and any attempts you make to address the issues through proper channels. Good luck!

anyone else notice that the payment hits your account a day later when ur on extended benefits? regular UI always came tuesday for me but extended benefits hits wednesday for some reason

Update: I certified yesterday for my final week of regular benefits. The system didn't show anything different, but today I got a message in my account saying I'm eligible for extended benefits! It says I need to continue certifying weekly and that my weekly benefit amount will stay the same. It also mentioned the increased work search requirements (5 activities per week). Thanks everyone for your help and advice!

CALL THEM!!! Seriously, sitting around waiting won't fix it. My claim was stuck for 3 months until I finally got through. Use claimyr.com if u keep getting the busy signal

Hey NebulaNova! I went through almost the exact same thing last year - approved in July but didn't see a penny until November. Turns out there was an identity verification issue they never told me about. Here's what finally worked for me: 1. Log into your account and check if there's any pending correspondence or questionnaires 2. Look for any "eligibility review" notices 3. Make sure your direct deposit info is correct 4. Call the claims center early morning (like 8:01 AM sharp) The good news is YES you'll get all your backpay once they resolve whatever's holding it up. I got like $2,800 dropped into my account all at once. Keep certifying every week no matter what - that's super important for getting your full backpay. Don't give up, you're not alone in this! 💪

just be honest about everything! i got in trouble once for not reporting some cash work i did and had to pay back benefits plus penalties. not worth it

Just wanted to add my experience - I've been doing part-time work while on unemployment for about 6 months now. You definitely don't need to call ahead, just report everything accurately on your weekly certification. Make sure you have your pay stubs ready when you file because you'll need to enter your gross earnings (before taxes). The system is pretty straightforward once you get used to it. One tip: file your weekly claim as soon as possible after your benefit week ends to avoid any delays in processing.

Whatever you do, DON'T file a new claim before talking to someone. My friend did that and it messed up his existing claim and took months to sort out. Get proper advice first.

I'm dealing with something similar right now - down to my last week of benefits with months left until my BYE date. From what I've researched and heard from others here, it sounds like we're basically stuck until either we qualify for a new claim (which requires significant work history since filing) or wait until the BYE date. Has anyone had success with getting temporary assistance programs to bridge the gap? I'm worried about the time it takes to get approved for things like SNAP and rental assistance. Also wondering if there are any local programs in NYC specifically that might help during this transition period. Really appreciate everyone sharing their experiences - this whole system is so confusing and stressful when you're already dealing with job search anxiety!