Missed certification for week of 2/4 - Can I still claim NY Unemployment?

Yes you can still claim! Go to your payment history and look for the option to claim missed weeks. You have up to 7 days after your regular cert day to do this. After that youll need to call them directly to request backdating.

I found a way to actually get someone on the phone. Used this site claimyr.com - its a calling tool that handles the phone menu and hold time, then connects you when an agent picks up. Costs $20 but worked for me. Heres a video about it: https://youtu.be/Rdqa1gKtxuE

THIS LITERALLY HAPPENED TO ME LAST MONTH! had to call and explain. they fixed it but took like 2 weeks to get the payment 🤮

Here's what you need to do step by step: 1. First try logging in during off-peak hours (like early morning) and check all tabs carefully 2. If you can't find the option to certify past weeks, you'll need to contact them 3. Use claimyr.com to get through on the phone - saves hours of frustration 4. When you talk to them, explain it was an honest mistake 5. Have your work search records ready 6. They can usually backdate it if you have a good reason The system is super strict about certification deadlines but agents can help if you get through. Good luck!

my cousin works at unemployment, she says theyre actually pretty understanding about missed weeks rn

bruh why is the ny unemployment website stuck in 1995 💀