NYDOL hearing request ghosted me - no reply for weeks. What to do?
Hey everyone, I'm in a bit of a pickle here. I submitted a hearing request for my unemployment claim a while back, but I haven't heard anything back yet. No confirmation, no scheduled date, nothing. It's been radio silence and I'm starting to get worried. Has anyone else experienced this? Any advice on what I should do next? I'm thinking about sending a follow-up email, but I'm not sure how to word it without sounding pushy. This whole process is so frustrating!
23 comments
Join the conversation
Aria Washington
Ugh, I feel ya. The unemployment system is a total mess rn. I had the same issue last month. Here's what worked for me: 1. Send a follow-up email (be polite but firm) 2. Call their main line every day (yeah, it sucks) 3. Check your spam folder religiously 4. If all else fails, contact your local rep Hang in there, buddy. It's a pain, but you'll get through it!
0 coins
Liam O'Reilly
•This is solid advice. I'd add: document EVERYTHING. Every call, email, letter. It might come in handy later.
0 coins
Chloe Delgado
•Calling everyday? Ain't nobody got time for that! 😩 There's gotta be a better way
0 coins
Aria Washington
•Trust me, I know it's a pain. But it worked for me. Squeaky wheel gets the grease and all that jazz 🤷♂️
0 coins
Ava Harris
•contacting your local rep is key. They can often cut thru the red tape faster than we can
0 coins
Jacob Lee
I found a method to 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 explaining it: https://youtu.be/Rdqa1gKtxuE
0 coins
Emily Thompson
•$20 just to talk to someone? That's highway robbery! 🤬
0 coins
Sophie Hernandez
•Idk man, sounds kinda sketchy. Has anyone else tried this?
0 coins
Jacob Lee
•I get the skepticism, but it saved me hours of frustration. Sometimes you gotta spend money to save time, ya know?
0 coins
Daniela Rossi
•I've used it. It works. beats sittin on hold all day
0 coins
Ryan Kim
have you tried checking your online account? sometimes they update stuff there without sending an email
0 coins
Zoe Walker
Bruh, I've been waiting for 3 MONTHS for my hearing. The system is broken af. Good luck 🤡
0 coins
Elijah Brown
•3 months?! That's insane! How are you surviving?
0 coins
Zoe Walker
•Ramen noodles and prayer, my friend. Ramen noodles and prayer. 🙏🍜
0 coins
Maria Gonzalez
Here's an email template you can use: Subject: Follow-Up on Hearing Request for Unemployment Claim Dear [Department Name], I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to inquire about the status of my hearing request submitted on [Date] regarding my unemployment claim. As I have not yet received any confirmation or details about the scheduled hearing, I would appreciate any updates or information you could provide. Thank you for your assistance. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Contact Info] Hope this helps!
0 coins
Rajiv Kumar
•Thank you so much! This is exactly what I needed. You're a lifesaver! 🙏
0 coins
Natalie Chen
•Great template! I'd add something about how long you've been waiting, just to emphasize the urgency.
0 coins
Santiago Martinez
lmao welcome to unemployment hell. grab a seat, we'll be here a while 💀
0 coins
Samantha Johnson
Have you tried reaching out on Twitter? Sometimes they respond faster there. Worth a shot!
0 coins
Nick Kravitz
•This! Social media can be surprisingly effective. Public pressure works wonders.
0 coins
Hannah White
I heard they're super backlogged because of covid. Might be why it's taking so long. Hang in there!
0 coins
Michael Green
Pro tip: If you call right when they open, you have a better chance of getting through. Set that alarm clock! ⏰
0 coins
Mateo Silva
•Facts. Early bird gets the... unemployment benefits? 😅
0 coins