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UPDATE: I got an official letter in my online inbox today confirming I've been enrolled in Extended Benefits! It explained the additional work search requirements (5 activities per week) and confirmed I'm eligible for 13 more weeks. Thanks everyone for your help with this confusing situation!
That's awesome! I just checked and I got the same letter. Such a relief to know it wasn't a mistake!
Excellent! Make sure to comply with those increased work search requirements. Glad you received official confirmation.
Congratulations on getting the official confirmation! This whole thread has been super helpful for those of us dealing with the same confusing situation. I'm still waiting for my letter but feeling much more confident about continuing to certify after reading everyone's experiences. The 5 work search activities requirement is definitely something I need to adjust to - I've been doing the minimum 3 for regular UI. Does anyone have tips for good work search activities that count toward the requirement? I want to make sure I'm documenting the right types of activities.
Great question! I've been doing the enhanced work search requirements for a few weeks now and here's what I've found works well: online job applications (with confirmation emails), networking calls/emails to contacts in your field, attending virtual job fairs or career workshops, reaching out to staffing agencies, and LinkedIn networking messages. The key is keeping detailed records - I save screenshots of applications, note contact names and dates for networking activities, and keep confirmation emails. The NY DOL website has a good work search activity log you can use to track everything. Just make sure each activity is legitimate and job-related!
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After dealing with this mess for days, I just want to say that you might wanna check out claimyr.com if you're tired of the hold times. I found it on reddit last month when I had a different issue. Talking to an actual human at DOL got my payment processed right away, worth every penny.
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Just wanted to give everyone an update - I finally got my payment this morning! It showed up in my bank account around 6am even though the DOL website still shows "processing." So definitely keep checking your actual bank accounts, not just the website. Hopefully everyone else starts seeing theirs come through soon. Thanks to everyone who shared tips and info, this community is seriously a lifesaver when dealing with DOL issues 🙏
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For everyone reading this thread with similar issues: If you're currently receiving NY unemployment benefits and want to avoid this situation next tax season, call NYSDOL and request both the federal Form W-4V to increase your federal withholding above 10% AND the NY State Form IT-2104-E for state tax withholding. Don't assume the default withholding will be enough, especially if you have other income sources during the same tax year.
Thank you for this clear explanation! I'm going to share this with my daughter too. At least we'll know for the future, though it doesn't help our current situation much.
I'm so sorry you're going through this! The same thing happened to me when I was on unemployment a few years ago. It's incredibly frustrating because they make it seem like having taxes withheld means you're all set, but that 10% federal withholding is nowhere near enough for most people. I ended up owing about $800 that I wasn't expecting at all. One thing that might help - if you can't pay everything right away, both the IRS and NY State offer payment plans that aren't too bad. The IRS lets you set up an installment agreement online, and NY has similar options. At least that way you're not hit with huge penalties while you figure out how to pay it off. It's not ideal, but it's better than ignoring it and letting the penalties pile up. Also, I learned my lesson and now always set aside extra money if I ever have to go on unemployment again. The whole system really needs to be clearer about this stuff!
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Your boss probably pays more than they realize because unemployment isn't the only payroll tax. There's also workers comp, disability insurance, and other stuff. The whole system is designed to make employers think twice before laying people off unnecessarily.
This is really helpful context! I had no idea the rates could vary so much based on claims history. It makes sense why some employers get nervous about layoffs - not just the immediate impact but the long-term cost implications. Do you know if there's a way for employees to find out what rate bracket their employer falls into, or is that considered private business information? I'm curious if my company's rate is on the higher end given how my boss reacts to these situations.
I don't think employer tax rates are public information - that would be confidential business data that NYS Department of Labor keeps private. Your best bet might be to ask your HR department directly, though they may not want to share those details. Some companies are more transparent about their operating costs than others. If your boss is really vocal about unemployment costs, they're probably paying on the higher end of that 0.6% to 9.9% range, which suggests your company has had multiple claims in recent years.
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Unfortunately the timing issue aside, even if you could file, unemployment requires that you be able and available for work immediately. If you were dealing with health issues that prevented you from working, that could also be a disqualifying factor. NYS Department of Labor is pretty strict about the able and available requirement. Glad to hear you're feeling better now though!
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I'm really sorry to hear about your situation. Unfortunately, everyone here is correct about the timing issue - 2 years is definitely well beyond the filing window for unemployment benefits in New York. The system is designed for people who file shortly after job separation. However, since you mentioned your health has improved and you're looking to get back into the workforce, I'd suggest reaching out to your local One-Stop Career Center (part of the American Job Center network). They often have programs specifically for people who've been out of work for extended periods and can help with job training, resume assistance, and connecting you with employers. You might also want to check if you qualify for SNAP benefits or other assistance programs while you're job searching. Don't give up - there are resources available even if unemployment isn't an option at this point.
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