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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 system is so confusing though! Like what if I put the wrong information and it messes up my whole claim? I've been putting off filing for 3 days because I'm terrified of making a mistake that will disqualify me permanently.
Mistakes can usually be corrected during the adjudication process. The bigger mistake is not filing at all and losing weeks of benefits.
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I've been trying to get through to NYS Department of Labor for weeks about a similar eligibility question and their phone lines are impossible. If your cousin needs to talk to someone directly about her specific situation, I recently used a service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that actually got me connected to an agent. They have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI showing how it works. Saved me hours of calling and getting disconnected.
How much does something like that cost? Seems like you shouldn't have to pay extra just to talk to the people at NYS Department of Labor
I thought the same thing initially but honestly it was worth it for me. The regular way of calling wasn't working and I needed answers about my claim status. Much easier than spending entire days redialing busy signals.
Just wanted to add that even if someone isn't eligible for regular unemployment, there might be other programs available. NYS Department of Labor has different types of assistance and the eligibility rules can vary. Also worth checking if any of the freelance clients incorrectly classified her as 1099 when she should have been W-2 - that happens more than people think and can affect benefit eligibility.
Interesting point about misclassification. How would she know if she was classified wrong? Some of her contracts did seem pretty much like regular employment.
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One more thing - make sure you're actually eligible before filing. Some travel nurses work as independent contractors rather than employees. If you got 1099s instead of W-2s, you might not qualify for regular unemployment benefits. Check your tax documents first!
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The system is so confusing! I went through something similar last year when I had surgery. Turns out I qualified for short-term disability through my job but it took forever to figure out. Don't waste time applying for unemployment if you can't work - they'll just deny you and you'll have to go through the appeal process which is a nightmare.
exactly!! the appeal process is such a pain. better to apply for the right thing from the start
Just want to add that even if your injury heals and you become able to work again, you could potentially file for unemployment at that point if you're having trouble finding a new job. But right now while you're medically unable to work, disability benefits are your best bet. Hope your back heals up soon!
Amelia Dietrich
Just want to say I feel for you - toxic workplaces are the worst and it's unfair that you have to choose between your mental health and financial security.
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Kaiya Rivera
My cousin quit her job last year for similar reasons and she said the key was proving she tried to work things out first. She had to show emails to HR, meeting notes, stuff like that. Even then it was touch and go during the adjudication process but she eventually got approved. The whole thing took like 6 weeks though so definitely don't quit unless you have some savings to tide you over while they decide.
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Maya Lewis
•6 weeks? That's terrifying. I don't have much in savings right now which is why I'm so worried about this whole situation.
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