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When will August unemployment numbers be released by NYS Department of Labor?
Does anyone know when the NYS Department of Labor typically releases the monthly unemployment statistics? I'm specifically waiting for the August numbers to come out but can't find any official schedule on their website. I know they usually lag behind by a few weeks but wasn't sure if there's a regular pattern. Need this info for a research project I'm working on about employment trends in my county.
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NYS Department of Labor unemployment when trump took office - benefits still available?
I'm really confused about what happens to my unemployment benefits now that there's been a change in administration. I've been receiving regular UI payments from NYS Department of Labor since I got laid off from my retail job in December. My weekly claim certification has been going smoothly but now I'm hearing conflicting information about whether federal programs might get cut or changed. Does anyone know if my regular unemployment benefits through NYS Department of Labor are safe? I still have about 8 weeks left on my claim and I really can't afford to lose this income right now. The job market is still pretty tough and I'm doing my required job searches but haven't found anything yet.
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THE WHOLE SYSTEM IS BROKEN ANYWAY!!! Doesn't matter who's president, NYS Department of Labor takes forever to process claims and the job search requirements are ridiculous. Three contacts a week when most places don't even respond to applications anymore!
I get the frustration but the job search requirement helps ensure people are actively looking. It's annoying but it's not that hard to meet if you track your applications properly.
Just keep filing your weekly claims on schedule and don't worry about political changes affecting your regular UI benefits. The unemployment insurance system has operated consistently through many different administrations. Focus on your job search and meeting the NYS Department of Labor requirements - that's what actually matters for keeping your benefits active.
NYS Department of Labor - how long does a former employer have to respond to unemployment claim verification?
Filed my unemployment claim last Tuesday and it's been sitting in 'employer verification pending' status ever since. My former company laid me off due to downsizing but I'm worried they might try to contest it or just ignore the request completely. Does anyone know what the actual deadline is for employers to respond to NYS Department of Labor verification requests? I really need to know if I should be concerned about this delay or if it's normal. My bills are piling up and I can't afford to wait much longer without knowing what's happening.
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THE WHOLE SYSTEM IS DESIGNED TO MAKE YOU WAIT AND HOPE YOU GIVE UP!!! I had an employer who took 2 WEEKS to respond and NYS Department of Labor didn't do anything about it until I called and complained. Don't just sit there waiting - be proactive about following up!
Wow that sounds frustrating. Did your claim eventually get approved after all that hassle?
To clarify the earlier question about weekends - yes, those 10 days include weekends and holidays. NYS Department of Labor counts calendar days, not business days, for employer response deadlines. Once that period expires without a response, the claim typically moves forward automatically unless there are other verification issues pending.
Perfect, that means I should hear something by this Friday then. Thanks for clearing that up!
How long do you have to claim unemployment in NY after losing your job?
I got laid off from my warehouse job two weeks ago and I'm just now finding out about unemployment benefits. My coworker said there's a deadline for when you can apply but he wasn't sure what it is. How long do you have to claim unemployment after you lose your job? I'm worried I might have already missed some kind of window. Also does the time limit affect how much you can get?
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Thanks! I'll keep that in mind if I have problems with my application.
What bank does NYS Department of Labor unemployment use for direct deposit?
I'm trying to set up direct deposit for my unemployment benefits and wondering what bank does unemployment use for processing payments? My claim was just approved after weeks of adjudication and I want to make sure I get my payments as fast as possible. Does NYS Department of Labor use a specific bank or can I use any bank for direct deposit? Also do I need to provide a voided check or is routing/account number enough?
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Victoria Jones
Same here! Mid-September sounds right for August data release.
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