Update on my situation: After talking with the agent, they explained that even old gig work can trigger these questions. They reviewed my account while I was on the phone and removed the flag! Got my payment the next day. Don't give up - definitely worth getting through to an actual person who can fix it immediately.

anyone know if they backpay the weeks that were delayed? i'm in the same situation now and worried about rent

UPDATE: You guys were right! I went back and reported 2 days instead of 0, and it went through without any error. I even got the confirmation number. Thanks for helping me understand the new system - I wish they had made this change clearer when they updated everything.

My brother had this same issue with the break in claim thing. He said he just waited a few days and tried again and it magically worked. The system is jst glitchy sometimes.

guys what about applying for a new claim? im in the same boat my benefits just ran out last week. can we reapply or is there some kinda waiting period??

UPDATE: You guys were right! I checked again this morning (day 4) and my payment history is back! Everything's there just like before. Seems like it was just a temporary system glitch. Thanks everyone for the help and suggestions!

I was in event management before everything collapsed in 2020. I've never done customer service but at this point I'd be willing to try anything remote. Do you know if they offer training or if they need prior experience?

they train everyone! its entry level so no exp needed. dm me and i can send u the link to apply. pay isnt amazing but its something and totally remote

Great to hear you got it resolved! That security review hold is becoming increasingly common with the new fraud prevention measures NYSDOL implemented. For anyone else reading this thread with a similar issue, always ask specifically for a claims specialist review of \

YES! Those were the exact words the specialist used - \

Update - Were you able to get through to someone? If you had multiple employers, that's very likely the issue. The system will show $0 until all employer wage verifications are complete. If one employer doesn't respond within the timeframe, you'll need to provide additional documentation such as W-2s or paystubs from that employer.

Glad you got it fixed! SAVE THAT AGENT'S DIRECT NUMBER if they gave you one!!! That's GOLD for future problems (and there WILL be future problems lol

To summarize for everyone confused about this topic: 1. For 2025 taxes, unemployment benefits ARE taxable income both federally and in NY state 2. There is no special March 26 deadline that affects your refund eligibility 3. File by April 15th to avoid late penalties (unless the IRS announces an extension) 4. Your tax software or preparer should automatically calculate the correct tax treatment for your unemployment benefits 5. If you need specific guidance for your situation, speak with a tax professional or try to reach the NY tax department directly Hope this helps clear things up!

WAIT ONE MORE THING!! Make sure you opted to have taxes withheld from your weekly unemployment payments!!! I didn't realize I needed to select this when I first applied and ended up owing a BUNCH at tax time last year. It was a total nightmare!!!!

Glad to hear you got it resolved! For anyone else reading this thread with similar issues: always continue certifying weekly even if payments aren't coming through. Once the issue is resolved, you'll receive all back payments for properly certified weeks. Also, remember to check both your email spam folder AND your online message inbox regularly, as important notices can appear in either place.

so wat was the trick that finally worked? the claimyr thing?

I just went through a work search audit last month for my NY unemployment claim. They specifically asked about my Coursera activities. What they wanted to see was: 1. The specific courses I took 2. Dates and approximate time spent 3. How it related to my job search 4. Evidence of completion or progress I showed them my Coursera certificates and progress reports, plus my notes about how each course related to positions I was applying for. They accepted everything without issue. The auditor told me they're less concerned with exact hours and more interested in seeing that you're genuinely using the training to improve your employability.

Based on all the discussion here, here's a summary of best practices for using Coursera as part of your NY unemployment work search: 1. Time commitment: While there's no official minimum, aim for at least 1 hour per session when counting it as a work search activity 2. Documentation: Record dates, course titles, modules completed, skills learned, and relevance to your job search 3. Evidence: Save certificates, screenshots of completed modules, and course descriptions 4. Relevance: Ensure courses directly relate to your career field and job applications 5. Diversification: Use Coursera for only 1-2 of your required weekly activities; include direct job applications and networking for others Remember that the goal of the work search requirement is to enhance your employability and demonstrate that you're actively preparing to return to work. Quality and relevance matter more than hitting a specific hourly target.

my cousin said some1 told him there might be a new supplement coming but idk if thats true

When I lost my job last year I was so stressed about the benefits thing too. It's scary not knowing if you'll be able to pay bills! Hope you find a good job soon.