NY or NJ Unemployment? Last job in NJ but worked in NY for years

File where your last job was, so NJ. Thats the rule for all unemployment claims 👍

I managed to get through to NY unemployment using claimyr.com - they dial and wait on hold, then call you when an agent picks up. Costs $20 but totally worth it since I was going crazy trying to get answers. https://youtu.be/Rdqa1gKtxuE

Since ur last job was in NJ, start there. If they deny you, then try NY. Just make sure you document everything and be honest about working in both states when u file

Omg dealing with the exact same thing rn! Both states keep telling me to call the other one 🤮 its like playing ping pong with my life fr

Let me break this down for you based on my experience as someone who dealt with cross-state claims: First, you need to understand the base period calculation. This is typically the first 4 of the last 5 completed calendar quarters before you file. You'll need to calculate your wages in both states during this period. If most of your wages were earned in NY during your base period, even though your last job was in NJ, you might have a stronger claim in NY. However, having your last job in NJ does make things a bit more complex. Here's what you should do: 1) Gather all your wage info from both states 2) Try filing in NJ first since that's your last employer 3) If denied, file in NY 4) If you're having trouble reaching either state (which is common), use claimyr.com to get through to an agent. Yes it costs money but it's worth it to actually get answers. Remember: You can't collect from both states at once, but you can combine wages from multiple states for a single claim. The key is getting through to someone who can properly advise you based on your specific situation.

The system is literally designed to make u give up istg