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Was a bit nervous or untrusting at first, but my calls went thru. First time the wait was a bit long but their customer chat line on their page was helpful and put me at ease that I would receive my call. Today my call dropped because of EDD and Claimyr heard my concern on the same chat and another call was made within the hour.
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Used this service a couple times now. Before I'd call 200 times in less than a weak frustrated as can be. But using claimyr with a couple hours of waiting i was on the line with an representative or on hold. Dropped a couple times but each reconnected not long after and was mission accomplished, thanks to Claimyr.
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I tried for weeks to get thru to EDD PFL program with no luck. I gave this a try thinking it may be a scam. OMG! It worked and They got thru within an hour and my claim is going to finally get paid!! I upgraded to the $60 call. Best $60 spent!
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The NYS Department of Labor phone system is impossible when you're trying to get clarification on denials. Spent weeks calling and either got disconnected or couldn't get through. Finally used this service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that actually got me connected to a real agent. They have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI showing how it works. Turned out my denial was due to a simple documentation issue that got cleared up once I could actually talk to someone.
How much does that service cost? I'm already worried about money if I quit my job.
It's worth it to actually reach someone instead of calling for weeks. Much cheaper than missing out on benefits because you can't get through to explain your situation.
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The whole system is backwards! They penalize you for having skills and education. I've been unemployed for 4 months with a PhD and they act like I'm being picky when I don't apply to be a cashier. The 'suitable work' standards are a joke - they change the rules depending on who's reviewing your case.
I understand the frustration, but the suitable work provisions do generally protect higher-skilled workers, especially in the first several weeks of benefits. If you're getting inconsistent determinations, that's definitely worth appealing.
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wait so if you get fired for like attendance issues does that disqualify you?? asking for a friend lol
Being fired for misconduct can disqualify you, but it depends on the specific circumstances. Attendance issues might not always count as misconduct if there were legitimate reasons. Your 'friend' should still apply and let NYS Department of Labor make the determination.
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Just to clarify on the job search requirements - you need to start doing work search activities the week after you file your claim. Keep detailed records because they do audit these. You can use the state job board, indeed, company websites, networking events, etc. Each activity needs to be documented with date, employer/contact, and type of activity.
Got it, so I should file this week and then start the job search activities next week when I do my first weekly claim?
Exactly right! And make sure you're actually available for work and actively seeking employment during every week you claim benefits.
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I learned this the hard way last year - got a huge tax bill because I didn't have anything withheld. If you're having trouble reaching someone at NYS Department of Labor to change your withholding settings, I found this service called Claimyr that helps you actually get through to a live agent. Check out claimyr.com - they have a demo video at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI that shows how it works. Saved me hours of trying to call.
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Liam O'Connor
•How much does something like that cost though? Seems like it should be free to update your own account settings.
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CosmicCadet
•It's not about updating settings - those you can do online. It's for when you need to actually talk to someone about your specific situation. Sometimes the online system doesn't work right or you have questions that need a human to answer.
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Amara Adeyemi
Just a heads up - if you're doing any side work or gig work while collecting UI, that income is also taxable AND you need to report it on your weekly claims. Don't forget about that when tax time comes around.
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Andre Moreau
•Good point! I've been doing some freelance work here and there. I report it on my weekly claims but I should probably set aside money for taxes on that too.
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