Pending status for a month, no payments, can't reach NY unemployment. Help!

I found a way to solve NY unemployment payment delays, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XCSAh9IEW9k

Ugh, welcome to the club 🙄 I've been stuck in pending hell for 6 weeks now. It's like they want us to give up or something.

I found a way to actually get someone on the phone. Used this site called claimyr.com - it's a calling tool that dials through the phone menu, stays on hold, and then connects you when a live agent picks up. It costs $20 but it worked for me. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/Rdqa1gKtxuE

Have you tried reaching out to your local assemblyperson or state senator? Sometimes they can help push things through faster.

Make sure you're answering all the claim questions correctly each week. One wrong answer can hold up your whole claim. Double check everything!

Here's what you need to do: 1. Keep certifying every week, even if you're not getting paid. This is crucial. 2. Document everything. Write down who you talked to, when, and what they said. 3. Check your spam folder. Sometimes important emails end up there. 4. Try calling right when they open or just before they close. Sometimes easier to get through. 5. Use Claimyr if you're really desperate. It costs money but it works. 6. If all else fails, contact your local rep or the ombudsman. Hang in there. The system sucks but eventually it'll work out. Good luck!

ny unemployment is a dumpster fire rn. I've been waiting 2 months and crickets 🦗 Anyone know if we get backpay once it's finally approved?

Pro tip: Tweet at NYSDOL. Sometimes they respond faster there than anywhere else. Worth a shot 🤷‍♂️

Anyone else feel like they're playing unemployment roulette? Some people get paid right away, others wait months. Makes no sense

I had the same issue. Turns out there was an identity verification hold on my account. Had to upload more docs. Check ur account for any outstanding tasks

Same boat here - been pending for 3 weeks now with zero communication from them. The whole system feels broken. I've been calling every day at 8am sharp when they open but still can't get through. Starting to think about trying that Claimyr thing people mentioned even though paying to make a phone call feels wrong. This is so stressful when you're already dealing with being unemployed 😞

I'm going through the exact same thing! Filed 3 weeks ago and still stuck in pending with no explanation. It's so frustrating because I'm running out of savings and need these payments to keep up with rent. I've tried calling dozens of times but can never get through. Has anyone had success with emailing them directly, or is calling really the only way? Also seeing mixed opinions about Claimyr - has anyone here actually used it successfully? At this point I'm willing to try anything that might work.