How to backdate UI claim? NYDOL making it impossible!
Hey everyone, I'm having some trouble with backdating my unemployment claim. I initially filed it a while ago, but now I need to backdate it. Has anyone gone through this process before? What steps did you take? I'm feeling pretty lost and could use some guidance.
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Tom Maxon
I found a way to solve backdating unemployment claim issues, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o8_I7nHmiL4
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Liam Duke
I've been there, buddy. It's a real pain in the ass. When did your last job end? That's usually the key date they care about.
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Dana Doyle
Thanks for responding! My last job ended about 2 months ago, but I didn't file right away because I thought I'd find something quickly. Big mistake, I guess.
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Liam Duke
Oof, yeah that's tough. You might have to explain why you waited. Be honest but emphasize any job search efforts you made during that time.
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Manny Lark
This happened to me too! I had to write a detailed letter explaining my situation. It took forever, but they eventually approved it. Hang in there!
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Rita Jacobs
The unemployment system is such a mess rn. I tried backdating my claim last month and got nowhere. Spent hours on hold only to be disconnected. 🤬
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Khalid Howes
Same here! It's like they don't want us to get the benefits we're entitled to. The whole system needs an overhaul.
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Ben Cooper
Guys, I found a way to actually get someone on the phone. I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/Rdqa1gKtxuE
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Naila Gordon
Wait, what? You have to pay to talk to someone about your benefits? That's messed up.
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Ben Cooper
I know it sounds sketchy, but after weeks of trying, it was worth it to me. Got my issue resolved in one call.
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Cynthia Love
Here's what you need to do to backdate your claim: 1. Gather all your employment info for the period you're trying to backdate. 2. Call the unemployment office (good luck with that lol) 3. Explain your situation clearly and calmly 4. Be prepared to fill out additional forms 5. Follow up regularly if you don't hear back It's a process, but stick with it. Don't let them give you the runaround!
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Dana Doyle
Thank you so much for this detailed info! It's really helpful to have a clear plan of action.
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Darren Brooks
This is solid advice. I'd add: keep a log of all your calls and who you spoke to. It came in handy for me when there were discrepancies.
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Rosie Harper
have you tried going to the unemployment office in person? sometimes face-to-face works better than phone calls
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Elliott luviBorBatman
ugh, backdating is the WORST. took me 3 months to get mine sorted. good luck, OP! 🍀
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Dana Doyle
3 months?! 😱 I hope it doesn't take that long for me...
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Elliott luviBorBatman
Yeah, it was a nightmare. But don't lose hope! Yours might go faster. Just stay persistent!
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Demi Hall
Pro tip: if you can't get through on the phone, try reaching out on Twitter. Sometimes their social media team is more responsive.
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Mateusius Townsend
This actually worked for me! Got a DM with a direct number to call. Saved me hours of frustration.
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Kara Yoshida
Anyone else feel like they need a law degree to navigate this stuff? 🤔 Why can't they make it simpler?
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Philip Cowan
For real! I swear they make it complicated on purpose to discourage people from claiming benefits.
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Caesar Grant
Nah, its just typical government inefficiency. Never attribute to malice what can be explained by incompetence 😂
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