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Just went through this myself. Key things NYS Department of Labor told me: you have to show you made reasonable efforts to keep your job before quitting, the situation has to be serious enough that any reasonable person would quit, and you need evidence. Start keeping a journal of every incident, save all communications, and if possible talk to coworkers who witnessed the behavior. Also check if your company has an employee handbook that's being violated.
This is really helpful, thank you. Did you end up getting approved?
Yes but it took forever and I had to appeal the initial denial. The adjudication process was super stressful but worth it in the end.
Have you considered filing a complaint with the Department of Labor for workplace violations while you're still employed? Sometimes having an official complaint on file can strengthen your case if you do need to quit for good cause later. Also, if your hours are being cut randomly, that might actually qualify as constructive dismissal - basically forcing you to quit by making your job untenable. You might want to consult with an employment attorney for a free consultation before making any moves. Many will give you 30 minutes to assess your situation.
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Final update: I used Claimyr and finally got through to someone! The agent said my account needed a manual override because I qualified for Extended Benefits but the system hadn't triggered it properly due to a glitch. They fixed it and now I can see the extension application in my portal. Just submitted it and they said it should be processed within 5-7 business days. Such a relief! Thanks everyone for your help!
Glad you got it resolved! For anyone else with this issue, here's what typically happens: 1. When you exhaust your 26 weeks of regular UI but your benefit year isn't over 2. The system should automatically show you extension options if you qualify 3. If it doesn't, it's usually because of a system glitch or because your specific situation requires manual review 4. A claims specialist needs to manually check your eligibility and add the extension application to your portal 5. After approval, your payment schedule should continue similarly to before Always make sure to keep certifying weekly even if you think there might be an issue - late certifications can cause delays and complications.
This is such a helpful thread! I'm having the exact same issue - exhausted my 26 weeks but my benefit year doesn't end until June 2025. I've been trying to call for over a week with no luck. Reading through everyone's experiences here, it sounds like the system glitch is pretty common where it doesn't automatically show extension options even when you qualify. I'm definitely going to try the Claimyr service since multiple people here had success with it. @Yuki Tanaka thanks for sharing your updates throughout the process - really gives me hope that this can be resolved! Going to keep trying to call at 8am too just in case I can get through the regular way.
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I want to update everyone - I FINALLY got this resolved! I ended up doing several things at once: 1) contacted my assembly member as suggested, 2) used Claimyr to get through to NYSDOL directly, and 3) re-uploaded my ID documents. Turns out there WAS an identity verification issue. The agent I spoke to was able to see that my documents never fully processed in the system. She manually verified everything while on the phone with me, and my claim was reactivated within 48 hours. All my backpay is scheduled to be deposited next Tuesday! Thank you all SO MUCH for your help - I was seriously about to give up.
Great news! So glad you got it resolved. This is a good reminder for everyone that persistence pays off with NYSDOL issues. Thanks for updating the thread!
Wow, this thread is such a goldmine of information! I'm dealing with a similar situation where my benefits got cut off unexpectedly back in October. Reading through everyone's experiences and solutions gives me hope that I can get this sorted out too. I'm definitely going to try the assemblyperson route first since multiple people mentioned success with that approach. It's so frustrating that we have to jump through all these hoops just to get the benefits we're entitled to, but at least there are people like you all sharing what actually works. Thanks for taking the time to update us on your resolution @Destiny Bryant - stories like yours keep the rest of us going!
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Just file it when you remember to during your window. I've been doing mine Tuesday mornings for months and never had an issue. The exact time doesn't affect your payment processing.
I usually file mine on Sunday evenings too and it's always worked fine! The key thing is just staying within your filing window based on your SSN. I've noticed the system can be a bit slow on Monday mornings (probably everyone rushing to file), so Sunday evenings or later in the week tend to be smoother. As long as you're consistent and file within your designated timeframe, you should be all set.
Sean O'Connor
honestly the whole system is set up to deny claims anyway so you might as well try. worst case they say no and youre in the same spot you are now
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Omar Hassan
•That's not really accurate - NYS Department of Labor approves many claims from people who quit for good cause. The key is having proper documentation and meeting the legal requirements.
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Zara Ahmed
I was in almost the exact same situation last year with schedule changes and my manager making work impossible. What helped me was keeping a daily log of every incident - when they changed my schedule, what they said to me, how it affected my ability to do my job. When I finally quit and filed for unemployment, I had three months worth of detailed records. NYS Department of Labor approved my claim and said the documentation really helped my case. Start keeping records now even if you haven't decided to quit yet.
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Jayden Hill
•This is really helpful advice about keeping a daily log! Did you include things like text messages or emails from your manager in your documentation, or was it mostly just written notes about what happened? I'm trying to figure out what kind of evidence would be strongest for my situation.
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