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honestly the nys department of labor system is such a mess that half the time they dont even know what theyre doing. i wouldnt worry too much about it just stop filing and move on with your life. if something comes up later deal with it then
I just went through this exact situation a few months ago! You're right to be proactive about it. While you technically don't need to formally withdraw, I'd recommend calling the Department of Labor to report your return-to-work date just to have it on record. It took me about 45 minutes of calling to get through, but the agent was really helpful and noted my employment start date in the system. They said this helps prevent any potential overpayment issues and keeps your record clean for future claims. In the meantime, definitely stop filing your weekly certifications immediately - don't wait for the current one to process. Good luck with the new job!
This is really helpful, thank you! 45 minutes on hold isn't too bad considering what I've been hearing about wait times. Did you have to provide any documentation of your new job when you called, or did they just take your word for the start date? I'm wondering if I should have my offer letter ready just in case.
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Just following up - were you able to resolve this issue? I ask because many other claimants are experiencing similar problems right now. There appears to be a systematic issue with payments following large back pay distributions in March 2025.
Yes! Finally got it resolved yesterday. Used that Claimyr service to reach someone after failing for days on my own. Turns out there was a "program integrity review" flag on my account after the back pay. The agent cleared it and processed all my missed payments while I was on the phone. They said they should arrive in 2-3 business days. Also said this is happening to lots of people because they implemented a new verification system in February that's flagging accounts that receive large back payments. Thanks everyone for your help!
Glad to hear you got it resolved! This is super helpful information for anyone else dealing with the same issue. It sounds like NYSDOL really needs to do a better job communicating when these "program integrity reviews" are triggered - people shouldn't have to stress out for weeks wondering if their benefits just disappeared. Thanks for updating us on what worked!
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UPDATE: I just wanted to thank everyone for their advice! I tried several of the suggestions here. First, I called using the exact phrasing that @helpful_advisor suggested about speaking with a claims examiner supervisor regarding statutory timeline violations. I still got nowhere initially. Then I tried the Claimyr service that someone recommended, and I actually got through to a real person within 15 minutes! They connected me with a supervisor who looked up my case and found that it had been stuck in some kind of technical queue error. They manually reassigned it and told me I should have a determination within 5-7 business days. I also submitted the formal complaint through the updated link and contacted my assembly member's office as backup. Will update again when (hopefully) I get my determination letter!
That's great news! The exact same thing happened to my claim - it was stuck in some technical error that nobody caught until someone actually looked at it. The system seems to have these black holes where claims just sit unless manually checked. Glad you're making progress!
good job being persistent! let us know what happens
This is such a helpful thread! I'm dealing with a similar situation - my claim has been pending since March 10th and I'm getting the same runaround every time I call. Reading through all these suggestions gives me hope that there are actual ways to escalate beyond the regular phone line. I'm definitely going to try the Claimyr service and the specific phrasing about "statutory timeline violations" when calling. It's ridiculous that we have to jump through all these hoops just to get what we're legally entitled to, but at least there are people here sharing what actually works. Thanks @Jace for posting this and for everyone who shared their experiences. Going to bookmark this thread and try these methods starting tomorrow!
@Isaiah I'm so glad this thread is helpful! I was feeling pretty hopeless before posting this, but the community really came through with actionable advice. Definitely try multiple approaches at once - I think what made the difference was hitting them from several angles simultaneously. The Claimyr thing was honestly a game changer for actually getting through to someone who could look at my case properly. Keep us posted on how it goes - we're all rooting for each other here!
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Just make sure you understand all the work search requirements. NYS Department of Labor is pretty strict about the three job contacts per week and they do audit people randomly.
Three per week? I thought it was just that you had to be looking for work. Do I need to document everything?
Yes, you need to keep a log of your job search activities. They can ask for it at any time and if you don't have proper documentation, they can disqualify you.
Just wanted to add that while the 26 weeks is standard, you should also know that your weekly benefit amount is calculated based on your highest quarter of earnings in your base period. With your $52K salary over 18 months, you should be getting a decent weekly amount. Also, don't forget that unemployment benefits are taxable income - you can choose to have taxes withheld or pay them later, but it's something to plan for. Good luck with your job search!
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UPDATE: Finally got through today! Turns out my account was flagged for a random quarterly review (just like some of you suggested). The agent was able to verify everything and release all my payments while I was on the phone. She said the money should be in my account within 48-72 hours. Such a relief! Thanks to everyone for your advice and support!
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Clay blendedgen
•Great to hear! This is exactly how these situations typically resolve. For future reference, these quarterly reviews happen automatically to a percentage of claims each quarter. It's frustrating that they don't notify claimants when their accounts are selected for review, but at least you got it resolved and will receive all your back payments.
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Ayla Kumar
•nice! glad u got it fixed
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Omar Fawaz
Congratulations on getting it resolved! Your experience is really helpful for others going through the same thing. It's such a relief when you finally get through and realize it was just a routine review that they never bothered to tell you about. The fact that they can fix it instantly once you actually reach someone just shows how broken their communication system is. Hopefully your money shows up quickly - thanks for updating us with the good news!
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Ava Thompson
•So glad you got this sorted out! I'm actually dealing with a similar situation right now - been waiting 2 weeks with no payments and the same "pending" status. Your post gives me hope that it's probably just another routine review. Did you have to provide any additional documents when you called, or did they just verify your identity over the phone? I'm preparing for when I finally get through so I want to have everything ready.
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