NY unemployment backpay started then stopped suddenly - normal process?

same thing happend to me! my backpay came in like 3 different payments spread out over like 10 days. super annoying but it all came eventually

This is actually quite normal. NY unemployment backpay processing often happens in stages, especially if you're owed for multiple weeks. The system processes a few payments, then pauses, then continues. It's designed this way to manage the payment load and allow for verification processes between batches. You should see the remaining payments resume within 3-7 business days.

NYSDOL typically processes backpay in batches, especially when there are multiple weeks involved. Here's what usually happens: 1. First batch of backpay (often 2-3 weeks worth) gets processed 2. System pauses for 2-5 business days to verify 3. Second batch processes 4. Repeat until complete Meanwhile, your current weekly benefits continue normally on their regular schedule. I'd wait at least 5 business days before worrying. The fact that you received some backpay and your regular benefits are coming through means your claim is active and in good standing.

i waited 3 weeks between my first backpay batch and second batch last month!! was SO NERVOUS but it finally came through. they never explain this stuff clearly!!!

After dealing with NY unemployment for months last year, I've learned you should ALWAYS call if anything seems off. I had a similar situation where backpay started then stopped - waited 2 weeks hoping it would continue automatically but it didn't. Turned out there was a flag on my account that needed clearing. The problem is actually getting through to someone. I wasted days hitting redial. Then I found this service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that got me connected to an agent in under 20 minutes. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/Rdqa1gKtxuE Cost me a bit but saved me from waiting weeks for the rest of my backpay to come through. The agent fixed the issue and my remaining backpay hit my account 2 days later.

Nah dont waste ur money calling. my friend had the same thing happen last week, backpay came in 3 different deposits over like 8 days. system is just weird like that

The NYSDOL system is COMPLETE GARBAGE. They do this ON PURPOSE to confuse people and hope you'll give up on getting your full backpay!!! I had to fight for MONTHS to get what I was owed. They started my backpay then "mysteriously" stopped it too. Don't let them get away with it!!!

Update: I just checked my account this morning and another batch of backpay hit my account! Looks like everyone who said to be patient was right. There are still a few weeks missing but I'm guessing those will come in the next batch. Thanks for all the advice!