Can't reach New York Unemployment? Claimyr calls for you, so you don't have to wait on hold.
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Word of warning - getting through to NYS Department of Labor on the phone to ask questions about your claim is nearly impossible these days. I spent weeks trying to get someone to explain why my benefit amount seemed wrong. Finally used a service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that helped me get connected to an actual agent. They have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI showing how it works. Saved me so much frustration trying to call myself.
How much does that service cost though? I'm unemployed so I'm trying to avoid spending money I don't have.
It was worth it for me to get my issue resolved quickly rather than spending weeks calling. But I understand being tight on money right now.
Don't forget you can get up to 26 weeks of benefits in NY, so even if you're getting the maximum $504 weekly that's over $13,000 total if you need the full duration. Just make sure you file your weekly claims every week and keep up with the job search requirements or they'll cut you off.
Good point about the job search thing. Do you know how many jobs you have to apply for each week?
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The extended benefits depend on what happened with your job too. If it was a mass layoff or plant closure there are additional WARN Act protections and rapid response services. NYS Department of Labor will coordinate with local workforce development boards to provide specialized assistance. Also if you've been working steadily for years like you mentioned, you'll probably qualify for the full 26 weeks of benefits.
benefits are benefits i guess but the system is so broken, took me 6 weeks just to get my first payment and they never explained half the programs you're talking about. good luck getting straight answers from anyone there
The initial delays are frustrating but once you're in the system the benefits do provide a safety net while you're job searching.
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THE WHOLE SYSTEM IS DESIGNED TO MAKE PEOPLE HOMELESS!!! They drag out adjudication on purpose hoping you'll just give up and disappear. I've been fighting NYS Department of Labor for 4 months over a disqualification that makes no sense. Lost my apartment, staying with friends now but that won't last forever. They don't care if we end up on the streets as long as they don't have to pay benefits.
I feel you on the frustration but there are legitimate reasons for adjudication delays. The system isn't perfect but it's not intentionally trying to make people homeless.
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Keep documenting everything! Save any emails, texts, or written communication about your layoff. If you have coworkers who were also laid off at the same time, get their contact info in case you need witnesses for an appeal. The adjudication officer will review all the evidence from both you and your employer before making a determination.
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this whole system is so confusing for students!! why dont they make it clearer what the requirements are before you waste time filing
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Just to clarify - the minimum weekly benefit amount in NY is $104 if you do qualify, but like others said, you need that $2,600 minimum in base period wages first. The formula is basically your highest quarter earnings divided by 26, but you have to meet the threshold requirements.
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