Need help backdating UI claim - tips for talking to NYDOL agent?
Hey everyone, I need some advice. I filed my unemployment claim a few weeks ago, but I'm realizing now that I should have backdated it. Has anyone here successfully backdated their claim? What was the process like? Any tips on how to approach this when I talk to an agent?
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KylieRose
I was in the same boat as you a couple months ago. Here's what I did: • Gathered all my documents showing why I needed to backdate (old pay stubs, termination letter, etc.) • Called the unemployment office (took forever to get through) • Explained my situation calmly and clearly • Provided specific dates and reasons for backdating It wasn't easy, but they did end up backdating my claim. Just be patient and persistent!
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Miguel Hernández
•This is really helpful, thanks for sharing! How long did the whole process take for you?
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KylieRose
•It took about 3 weeks from when I first called to when I saw the backdated payments. But your mileage may vary 🤷♂️
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Sasha Ivanov
•Did you have to provide any additional documentation after the call?
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KylieRose
•Yeah, they asked me to upload some stuff to my online account. Just the usual - ID, proof of employment, that kinda thing.
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Liam Murphy
good luck getting anyone on the phone lol. i've been trying for weeks 🤡
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Amara Okafor
•Seriously, it's like trying to win the lottery these days 😫
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CaptainAwesome
•I found a way to get through! There's this service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that calls for you, waits on hold, and then connects you when a real person picks up. It costs $20 but it actually works. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/Rdqa1gKtxuE
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Liam Murphy
•fr? sounds too good to be true but im desperate enough to try anything at this point 😅
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Yuki Tanaka
•idk man, paying to talk to the government? seems sketchy
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CaptainAwesome
•I get the skepticism, but it's legit. They don't ask for any personal info, just your phone number to forward the call. Saved me days of frustration.
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Esmeralda Gómez
Make sure you have a good reason for backdating. They won't do it just because you want more money. You need to prove there was a valid reason you couldn't file earlier.
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Klaus Schmidt
ugh why is everything with unemployment so complicated? its like they WANT us to mess up 🙄
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Aisha Patel
•Preach! 🙌 The whole system needs an overhaul
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LilMama23
•For real. I feel like I need a law degree just to navigate this stuff
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Dmitri Volkov
Has anyone tried explaining their situation through the online portal? I've heard mixed things about whether that actually works.
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Gabrielle Dubois
•I tried that route. Got a generic response after 2 weeks saying to call. Back to square one 🤦♂️
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Tyrone Johnson
•Same here. seems like phone is the only way to go unfortunatly
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Ingrid Larsson
Pro tip: if you do get through on the phone, ask for a supervisor right away. Regular agents often don't have the authority to backdate claims.
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Carlos Mendoza
•This! 💯 Supervisors have way more power to actually get things done
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Zainab Mahmoud
Anyone know if theres a time limit on how far back they'll go? I probably should have filed months ago but didnt realize I was eligible
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Ava Williams
•I think it varies by state, but most have a limit. In my state it's 6 weeks. Best to check your state's unemployment website for specifics.
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Zainab Mahmoud
•thanks ill look into it. fingers crossed 🤞
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Anita George
Just went through this process last month! A few things that helped me: 1. Call early in the morning (like 8 AM sharp) - better chance of getting through 2. Have ALL your documentation ready before you call - dates of layoff, last day worked, any severance info 3. Be prepared to explain WHY you couldn't file earlier (was hospitalized, didn't know you were eligible, etc.) 4. Write down the agent's name and case number if they give you one The whole thing took about 2 hours on the phone but they approved my backdate request. Don't give up! The squeaky wheel gets the grease with these folks.
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