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filing is just the first step, then the real fun begins with all the bureaucratic nonsense. They'll probably put your claim in adjudication for weeks while they 'investigate' something trivial. The whole system is designed to discourage people from actually getting benefits.
That's not always true - my claim was approved within a week with no issues. It really depends on your specific situation and employment history.
wait so filing for unemployment means they give you money every week? how is that different from like welfare or food stamps?
Unemployment is insurance that you and your employer paid into while you were working. It's specifically for people who lost their job through no fault of their own. Food stamps and welfare are different programs with different eligibility requirements.
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If you're having trouble reaching NYS Department of Labor by phone, I found this service called Claimyr that helped me get through to an agent quickly. They have a website at claimyr.com and there's a demo video at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI that shows how it works. Really saved me time when I needed to check on my claim status instead of calling for hours.
How much does something like that cost? Seems like we shouldn't have to pay extra just to talk to someone at our own state agency...
I get the frustration but honestly it was worth it for me. The regular NYS Department of Labor phone lines were impossible to get through and I was stressed about my adjudication taking so long.
The whole system is a mess regardless of which county you're in. High unemployment areas probably mean more people fighting for the same crappy jobs AND more people filing claims. It's lose-lose everywhere in this state!!
I feel you on the frustration but some areas really are doing better than others economically. NYC and Albany regions usually have more job opportunities even if the cost of living is higher.
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EMPLOYERS DO THIS ALL THE TIME!! They know most people won't fight it and will just give up. My company tried to say I was fired for attendance when I was actually laid off due to covid downsizing. I had to get a lawyer involved but eventually won my case. Don't let them get away with lying!
Did you have to pay the lawyer upfront or did they work on contingency? I can't afford legal fees right now.
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One thing that helped me was using a service called Claimyr when I had a complex case I needed to discuss with an actual NYS Department of Labor agent. Their phone lines are impossible to get through normally, but this service (claimyr.com) got me connected to someone who could actually explain the employer rules. They have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI that shows how it works. Really saved me time instead of sitting on hold for hours.
Interesting, I'll check that out. Sometimes you really do need to talk to a real person to understand these regulations.
Joy Olmedo
The payment timing really depends on when you file and if there are any issues with your claim. If everything goes smoothly, you should see your first payment about 2-3 weeks after filing. But like others mentioned, any adjudication issues can delay things significantly. Make sure you file your weekly claims every week even if your initial claim is still pending - you can't get retroactive payments for weeks you didn't certify.
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Elin Robinson
•ok good to know about filing weekly even if its pending. is there anything i should do now to avoid adjudication issues?
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Joy Olmedo
•Make sure all your employer information is 100% accurate when you file, including exact dates and reason for separation. Double check your SSN and contact info. Most adjudication issues come from mismatched employer records or unclear separation reasons.
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Isaiah Cross
ive been on unemployment twice and both times it was a nightmare dealing with NYS Department of Labor. the website crashes constantly, phone lines are always busy, and they change the rules without telling anyone. just prepare yourself for frustration. at least the money comes eventually i guess
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Kiara Greene
•the website has definitely gotten better since the pandemic but yeah it still has issues during peak times. best to file your weekly claims early in the week
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