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If you're having trouble getting through to NYS Department of Labor to check on your claim status, I found this service called Claimyr that actually got me connected to an agent when I couldn't get through on my own. They have a website at claimyr.com and there's a demo video at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI showing how it works. Saved me hours of calling and getting hung up on.
How much does something like that cost? Seems like they'd charge a lot for something the state should provide for free
It's worth checking out their site for pricing, but honestly when you're dealing with delayed benefits it pays for itself quickly. I was stuck in adjudication for weeks.
The whole system is so backwards! Why should there be a waiting week when people need money immediately after losing their job? And don't get me started on how they side with employers on attendance issues even when people have legitimate reasons for missing work.
totally agree, the waiting week thing makes no sense when bills don't wait
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Good luck with that... the NYS Department of Labor is notorious for denying quit claims even when people have legitimate reasons. I know someone who quit due to sexual harassment with documented proof and still had to go through appeals. The system is rigged against workers.
That's really discouraging to hear. Do you know if they eventually won their appeal?
Make sure you understand what 'good cause' means legally. It's not just about the work environment being unpleasant - it has to be something that would compel a reasonable person to quit. Document everything chronologically and be prepared to explain why you couldn't resolve the situation through other means like talking to HR or your supervisor's manager.
I did try going to HR twice but they basically told me it was a personality conflict and to work it out. Should I mention that in my claim?
Absolutely mention that! It shows you tried to resolve the issue through proper channels before quitting. That strengthens your good cause argument significantly.
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Before considering legal action, make sure you're keeping detailed records of every interaction with NYS Department of Labor. Save all emails, take screenshots of your online account, write down dates and times of phone calls and what was discussed. If they're truly violating due process or their own regulations systematically, this documentation will be crucial. Also check if your state has an unemployment insurance ombudsman or inspector general who handles complaints about the department's operations.
I have been keeping records thankfully. I have emails going back 3 months showing them asking for the same documents I already sent 4 times.
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definitely file even if ur not sure!! i got fired for being late too many times and still got unemployment. the employer has to prove it was misconduct and most of them dont bother fighting it unless its something really bad
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I had trouble reaching NYS Department of Labor to ask similar questions about employer obligations. Ended up using this service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that helped me get through to an actual agent who explained the whole funding system. They have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI that shows how it works. Really helped clear up my confusion about who pays what.
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Lorenzo McCormick
•That's interesting, I always just waited on hold forever when I needed to talk to someone at NYS Department of Labor.
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Dananyl Lear
The system is designed so that employees who lose their jobs through no fault of their own can get temporary income support. Employers know this cost is part of doing business. Don't feel guilty about using a safety net that exists specifically for situations like yours!
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