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Can't reach New York Unemployment? Claimyr calls for you, so you don't have to wait on hold.
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- Connect you to a human agent at the NYDOL
- Skip the long phone menu
- Call the correct department
- Redial until on hold
- Forward a call to your phone with reduced hold time
- Give you free callbacks if the NYDOL drops your call
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Can you collect unemployment if you're laid off from NYS Department of Labor perspective?
My company just announced layoffs and I'm going to be affected next month. This is my first time dealing with unemployment benefits and I'm not sure if being laid off actually qualifies me for UI benefits. I've been working full-time for the same employer for 3 years and they said it's due to restructuring, not performance issues. Do I automatically qualify for NYS Department of Labor unemployment benefits if I get laid off? What do I need to do to file my claim?
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Does getting unemployment affect tax return - NYS Department of Labor benefits and taxes
I was on unemployment for about 6 months last year after getting laid off from my retail job. Now I'm doing my taxes and wondering if the unemployment benefits I got from NYS Department of Labor will mess up my tax return? I got around $8,200 total in UI payments. Do I need to report this as income? Will I owe money back or get less of a refund? I'm really confused about how this works and don't want to screw up my taxes.
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I had trouble getting through to NYS Department of Labor when I needed my 1099-G form last year. Kept getting busy signals and their online system was down. Finally used this 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. Got my tax form issue resolved in like 20 minutes instead of spending days trying to call.
How much does something like that cost? Seems like it would be expensive just to get a tax form.
Actually wasn't bad at all, way cheaper than hiring a tax preparer to deal with missing forms. Plus saved me hours of frustration trying to get through the phone lines.
How do I get unemployment money from NYS Department of Labor?
Lost my job two weeks ago and really need to figure out how to get unemployment money. I've never filed for benefits before and honestly have no idea where to start. Do I need to go somewhere in person or can I do this online? How long does it take to actually get money? I'm getting stressed about rent coming up.
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I had such a nightmare trying to get through to NYS Department of Labor when my claim got stuck. Spent hours on hold every day for weeks. Finally found this service called Claimyr at claimyr.com that actually got me connected to an agent in like 20 minutes. They have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI showing how it works. Honestly saved my sanity.
Never heard of that but honestly anything beats sitting on hold for 3 hours just to get disconnected
Long-term unemployment from plant closure - what benefits am I eligible for through NYS Department of Labor?
My factory shut down permanently 8 months ago and I'm still unemployed despite applying everywhere. This is the type of unemployment most likely to result hardship for the people who are unemployed and I'm really feeling it. I've been getting regular UI benefits but they're running out soon. Are there any extended benefits or retraining programs through NYS Department of Labor for people in my situation? The job market in my area is terrible and most openings pay half what I used to make. I have a family to support and I'm getting desperate.
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THE SYSTEM IS BROKEN!!! They expect you to live on $500/week when rent alone is $1200. Meanwhile politicians get their full salaries. Makes me sick how they treat working people in this state.
I feel your frustration but focusing on available programs is more helpful right now
Have you looked into the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act programs? They sometimes offer income support during training for in-demand careers. Also check if your county has any emergency assistance programs for displaced workers.
I'll call my county social services office tomorrow. Didn't know they might have programs for displaced workers specifically.
What COVID unemployment benefits are still being paid by NYS Department of Labor in 2025?
I keep hearing conflicting information about whether any COVID-related unemployment programs are still active. My neighbor said she's still getting some kind of extended benefits but I thought all that stuff ended years ago. Are there any COVID unemployment programs that NYS Department of Labor is still paying out in 2025? I'm confused because I lost my job last month and wondering if I qualify for anything beyond regular UI benefits.
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I had such a nightmare trying to reach NYS Department of Labor when I needed to clarify my benefit status last year. Kept getting busy signals for weeks. Finally used this service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that actually got me through to a real person at the unemployment office. They have a demo video at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI showing how it works. Saved me so much frustration dealing with the phone system.
Interesting, never heard of that. Did they charge you a lot to make the call?
It was worth it to actually talk to someone instead of calling 200 times. Way easier than dealing with the busy signals myself.
Anastasia Sokolov
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NebulaNomad
AuthorThanks for the tip! I'll keep that in mind if I have trouble getting through.
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StarSeeker
just went thru this myself, layoffs definitely qualify you. make sure to keep filing your weekly claims even if your first payment takes a while to process
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