Got suspicious fraud call claiming to be from NY unemployment - is this legit?

That's 100% a scam! NYSDOL will NEVER call you asking for your full SSN or banking details over the phone. I had something similar happen in January. They might call about your claim, but they'll only ask to verify the last 4 digits of your SSN, not the whole thing. If anyone asks for complete banking info or your full social, hang up immediately. You did the right thing by ending the call. If you're worried about your claim, log into your NY.gov account directly (not through any links they might have sent) and check your messages there, or call the official unemployment number yourself.

yep got the exact same call yesterday!! guy had a really thick accent too. wanted my ssn and bank info. told him to f*** off lol. these scammers are getting more aggressive lately

This is definitely a scam. NYSDOL has been warning about this on their website. You should report it to them and also to the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov. These scammers are targeting unemployment claimants specifically and they often know just enough about you to sound legitimate. Some signs it's a scam: - Asking for full SSN - Requesting banking details - Creating urgency/threats - Caller ID might even show a DOL number (they spoof government numbers) NYSDOL may call you, but they will tell you to log into your account to view secure messages. They won't ask for your full SSN or banking info over the phone.

my cousin fell for this last month!! they completely drained his bank account AND filed for a loan in his name. these people are the actual worst. if u get these calls just hang up immediately!!!!

I've been trying to reach NYSDOL about a different issue with my claim for weeks and can't get through to anyone. The phone system is completely jammed up. After trying for days, I found Claimyr (claimyr.com) which got me connected to an actual agent in about 20 minutes instead of hours of redial hell. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/Rdqa1gKtxuE The agent I spoke with confirmed these scam calls are happening A LOT right now. She said NYSDOL is aware and investigating. The legitimate DOL will never ask for your full SSN or banking details over the phone.

Is anyone else getting text messages too?? I've gotten 3 in the past week saying I need to "verify my claim" with a link. I didn't click on any of them but wondering if it's related to these calls

Ugh, these scammers are EVERYWHERE now. I got the same call and the guy actually threatened me saying my benefits would be permanently cancelled if I didn't verify RIGHT NOW. When I asked why they couldn't just send me a message in my online account he got super aggressive. TOTAL SCAM. I reported it to NY unemployment through my online account (there's a fraud reporting section) and they confirmed it wasn't them calling me. Be careful everyone!!!

Just to follow up on this thread with official information: NYSDOL has a dedicated page about fraud attempts at https://dol.ny.gov/report-fraud. They specifically warn about these phone scams. If you've received a suspicious call: 1. Do not share any personal information 2. Report the call to NYSDOL through your online account 3. Change your NY.gov ID password if you're concerned 4. Check your claim status directly through your account Stay vigilant everyone!