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Try the Bureau of Labor Statistics website - they have historical unemployment data going back decades. NYS Department of Labor probably references those federal statistics for historical comparisons. The 1933 rate was indeed around 24-25% which was the worst point of the Depression.

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That's terrifying to think about. At least now when people file unemployment claims with NYS Department of Labor there are systems in place to help, even if they're frustrating to deal with sometimes.

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If you're having trouble getting through to NYS Department of Labor for historical data requests, I recently discovered this service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that helps people reach NYS Department of Labor agents by phone. They have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI showing how it works. Might be worth trying if you need to speak with someone in their research department directly.

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Interesting, I'll check that out if I can't find the info online first. Thanks for the suggestion!

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I had a similar situation trying to reach NYS Department of Labor about my adjudication status after quitting. Couldn't get through on the phone for weeks. Finally used this service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that got me connected to an actual agent who explained the whole process. They have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI that shows how it works. Really helped me understand what documentation I needed.

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How much does something like that cost? She's already stressed about money.

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It was worth it for me to get real answers instead of guessing. Better than sitting in limbo not knowing if my claim would be approved.

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The NYS Department of Labor system is SO broken when it comes to this stuff. They make you jump through hoops to prove you had good cause but employers can fire you for basically anything and you get benefits right away. Makes no sense.

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The WHOLE SYSTEM is a mess right now! I've been waiting 8 days for a pending payment and when I finally got through to someone they said there's no issue with my claim but couldn't explain the delay. So frustrating when you're depending on these payments!

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8 days is ridiculous! Did they at least give you a timeline for when it would be resolved?

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mine usually takes 2-3 days max so 4 days does seem long. maybe try calling tomorrow morning right when they open?

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ugh the unemployment system is such a mess!! I got fired last year and it took FOREVER to get approved even though it was clearly not my fault. NYS Department of Labor makes you jump through so many hoops and the whole process is designed to discourage people from applying. But stick with it because you deserve those benefits if you paid into the system!

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That's so frustrating! How long did it end up taking for you to get your first payment?

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definitely file as soon as you lose your job! even if ur not sure you'll qualify, its better to apply and get denied than to miss out. the worst they can say is no

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If you're having trouble getting through to workers comp, you might want to check out claimyr.com - they help people get through to NYS Department of Labor agents when the phone lines are jammed. They have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI that shows how it works. I used them when I couldn't get answers about my unemployment claim status. Might be worth trying if you need to talk to someone about your situation.

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Thanks, I'll check that out. I've been trying to call for weeks and can never get through to a real person.

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This is why the system is so messed up! People get injured at work and then have to wait months with no income while bureaucrats shuffle papers. There should be emergency assistance for situations like this.

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Totally agree. I know someone who lost their apartment waiting for workers comp to kick in. The delays are ridiculous.

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