NYDOL Unemployment Benefits: Late Pregnancy Delayed Application - Need Advice

I found a way to solve unemployment application delay issues, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YG7TzF6PPk

Congrats on the new baby! 🎉 I think you should be fine explaining the situation to them. Just be honest about why you couldn't apply earlier. They usually understand these kinds of life events.

Ugh, the unemployment office can be such a pain sometimes. I had to deal with them last year and it was a nightmare. Good luck, OP!

I found a way to actually get someone on the phone at the unemployment office. 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

Have you tried explaining your situation through their online portal? Sometimes that can be faster than calling.

Listen up, OP. Here's what you need to do: 1. Gather all your documents: birth certificate, any medical records from August showing your wife's condition, and your work history. 2. Write a clear, concise explanation of your situation. Keep it factual and to the point. 3. When you talk to them, be polite but firm. Explain that you were unable to file earlier due to your wife's late-term pregnancy and subsequent birth. 4. If they give you any trouble, ask to speak with a supervisor. Sometimes the front-line staff don't have the authority to make exceptions. 5. Keep detailed notes of every conversation, including dates, times, and names of who you spoke with. 6. If all else fails, contact your local state representative. They often have staff who can help navigate these issues. Remember, you're entitled to these benefits. Don't let the bureaucracy intimidate you. Good luck!

man, the whole system is broken af. why do we gotta jump through so many hoops just to get what we're owed? 🤡