NYDOL: 8 weeks, no determination on UI claim. 1099 contractor. Help?

8 weeks is def longer than usual. Have you tried calling them? Sometimes you gotta be persistent to get answers.

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

Here's what you need to know about 1099 contractor claims: • They take longer because they need to verify your income • Make sure you have all your 1099 forms and any contracts • You might need to provide additional proof of income • Your benefit amount might be different than W-2 employees • There's a chance you might not qualify, depending on your specific situation Best thing to do is keep trying to contact them for updates. Document everything. If it goes past 12 weeks, consider reaching out to your local representative for help. Hang in there! The system is swamped right now.

have u tried faxing them? I know it sounds old school but I got a response within a week after I faxed my docs

ugh im in the same boat. 10 weeks and counting. this is rediculous!

When you claim weekly, does it ask if you made more than $504? That might be your benefit rate if approved. Just a heads up.

KEEP 👏 CALLING 👏 THEM 👏 Don't let up! The squeaky wheel gets the grease 😤

Have you checked your online account? Sometimes they update info there without notifying you.

word of advice: start looking for work if you haven't already. UI is taking forever these days and you don't wanna be left high and dry if they deny you.

This happened to me last year. Turns out they had my address wrong and all the mail was going to my old place. Double check your contact info!