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yeah if you get laid off you can definitely collect. i was on unemployment for like 6 months after my company downsized. just file asap and do your weekly claims on time
Sorry to hear about the potential layoff situation - that's really stressful! Just wanted to add that when you do file with NYS Department of Labor, make sure you have your direct deposit info ready so you can get payments faster once approved. Also, if your employer offers any severance package, that might affect when your benefits start, so mention it when you file your claim. The good news is layoffs are pretty straightforward cases for unemployment eligibility compared to other separation reasons.
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Have you tried contacting your local One-Stop Career Center? They sometimes have direct lines to NYS DOL staff that can help resolve holds faster than the main helpline. Also, if you're facing financial hardship, you might qualify for emergency assistance programs through local social services while waiting for your unemployment to clear. I had a similar hold that turned out to be a system glitch - they were waiting for wage verification from an employer that had already been submitted. Keep documenting all your attempts to contact them in case you need to escalate later.
I went through this exact situation last year and it turned out to be an identity verification hold that wasn't showing up in my portal. The NYS DOL has been implementing more fraud prevention measures that can trigger silent holds. Try logging into your NY.gov ID account (not just the unemployment portal) and check if there are any identity verification requests there. Also, double-check that your direct deposit information matches exactly what's on file with your bank - even small discrepancies in how your name appears can cause payment holds. If you're still stuck after checking these, try calling right when they open at 8 AM on weekdays - I had better luck getting through early morning rather than later in the day.
@b930ef9a183c Yes, even small name discrepancies can definitely cause holds! I had a similar issue where my unemployment account had my middle initial but my bank account didn't. You can usually check how your name appears in the NYS DOL system by looking at any official correspondence they've sent you, or it might show in your account profile section. If there's a mismatch, you'll need to either update your bank account name or contact DOL to update their records. Also, since you mentioned you've been calling for hours - try the trick someone mentioned about calling right at 8 AM when they open. I've found Tuesday through Thursday mornings work best since Mondays are swamped and Fridays people are rushing to file before the weekend.
@b930ef9a183c Yes, even small name discrepancies can definitely cause payment holds! I had a similar issue where my bank account was under "Michael J. Rodriguez" but my unemployment claim had "Michael Rodriguez" - that mismatch triggered a hold that lasted almost 3 weeks. You can check how your name appears in the NYS DOL system by looking at any official correspondence they've sent you, or it should show on your claim summary page. If there's a mismatch, you'll need to call them to get it corrected, which I know is frustrating given how hard it is to get through. But once they fix the name discrepancy, payments usually process within 2-3 business days.
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Same boat as everyone else - this system is trash. Been trying to upload my layoff notice for three weeks now. Every time I think it worked, I check back and the documents aren't there. SO FRUSTRATING when you're just trying to get your benefits processed!
Make sure you're getting the confirmation message after upload. If you don't see 'Document successfully uploaded' then it didn't actually go through even if it looked like it was working.
I've found that using an incognito/private browsing window sometimes helps with the upload issues. The regular browser might have cached data that interferes with the upload process. Also, if you have any browser extensions running (like ad blockers), try disabling them temporarily - they can sometimes block the upload functionality. Worth a shot if the other suggestions don't work!
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I'm having the exact same problem right now! Been trying for three days straight and getting so frustrated. Reading through all these solutions gives me hope though. I'm going to try the combination approach: Chrome browser, compress files to under 500KB, simple naming like "id_doc.pdf", and upload early morning around 6 AM with 2-minute waits between attempts. It's ridiculous that uploading basic documents requires this much troubleshooting, but I really appreciate everyone sharing what actually worked instead of just the generic "contact support" responses. The my.ny.gov system is clearly broken but at least now I have a real game plan to try. Will definitely update with results - thank you all for the detailed advice!
I'm so glad you found this thread helpful! I was in the exact same boat just a few weeks ago and felt completely lost until I discovered all these workarounds. Your systematic approach sounds spot-on - the combination of Chrome browser, ultra-compressed files (500KB is definitely the sweet spot), simple naming, and early morning uploads really does make all the difference. One small addition to your plan: make sure to fully close and reopen your browser before starting the upload session, not just clear cache. Sometimes there are hidden background processes that can interfere. The 2-minute wait between attempts is crucial too - I know it's tempting to rush but the system definitely punishes impatience! Don't get discouraged if it takes a couple tries even with all the right steps. You've got this, and we're all rooting for you to get through this broken system!
I'm experiencing this exact same issue right now! I've been trying for almost a week to upload my ID verification and wage statements, and the my.ny.gov system keeps failing. This thread is incredibly helpful - I had no idea about all these specific technical requirements. I'm definitely going to try the systematic approach everyone's recommending: Chrome browser in incognito mode, compress everything to under 500KB, simple file names without spaces, upload during the 6-7 AM window, and wait at least 2 minutes between attempts. It's absolutely mind-boggling that such a basic government function requires this level of troubleshooting, but I'm so grateful this community exists to share real solutions. The official help documentation is completely useless compared to all the detailed advice here. Going to set my alarm early tomorrow and work through these steps methodically. Really hoping this works because I'm worried about my claim getting delayed over these technical glitches!
You've got exactly the right strategy! I went through this same nightmare just a couple weeks ago and that systematic approach is what finally got me through. One additional tip that really helped me - when you're compressing your files to under 500KB, try to aim for around 300-400KB if possible. I found the system handles smaller files much more reliably. Also, make sure your internet connection is super stable during those early morning uploads - I actually switched from WiFi to ethernet cable for the upload attempts just to eliminate any connection hiccups. The waiting between attempts is so important, even though it's torture when you just want to get everything submitted! Don't worry about your claim getting delayed - as long as you're making good faith efforts to upload (which you clearly are), they usually give you some leeway for technical issues. You're going to get through this!
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I've been on way2go for about 8 months now and this thread is spot on about the timing! One thing I'd add that I learned the hard way - if you have any changes to your claim (like reporting work earnings or updating contact info) do it BEFORE you certify on Sunday, not after. I made the mistake of certifying Sunday night then updating my address on Monday, and it flagged my account for review which delayed my deposit by almost a week. Also, for anyone dealing with the frustration of not being able to reach DOL by phone, I had success using a service that helps connect you to unemployment reps. Found out about it from someone in another forum - it's at claimyr.com and there's even a demo video at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI that shows how it works. Saved me days of trying to get through the busy phone lines when I had questions about my delayed payment.
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Yara Abboud
•This is such an important tip about making changes BEFORE certifying! I almost made that same mistake last week - was about to certify Sunday night and then remembered I needed to update my bank account info. Thankfully I did the update first and then certified, so no delays. The timing on these administrative changes seems really critical. Thanks for sharing that Claimyr resource too - I've seen it mentioned a few times in this community and it sounds like it could be a real lifesaver when you actually need to talk to someone at DOL. The phone system there is absolutely impossible to navigate on your own. Really appreciate you taking the time to share these hard-learned lessons!
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Zainab Ismail
I've been on way2go for about 6 weeks and want to echo what everyone's saying about the Sunday certification timing - it really does make all the difference! I used to certify whenever I remembered during the week and my deposits were completely unpredictable. Since I started certifying every Sunday by 9 PM, my deposits hit like clockwork between 3-4 AM on Tuesday. One additional thing I discovered is that you can actually log into your NY.gov unemployment portal around midnight Monday/Tuesday and sometimes see your payment status change to "issued" a few hours before it actually posts to your way2go card. It's a nice way to get early confirmation that your payment is in the system and coming soon. Also, definitely set up those app notifications - I can't stress enough how much better it is to wake up to an alert that your money is there rather than anxiously checking your balance at 2 AM!
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