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Accidentally reported I earned over $504 on my unemployment certification for 11/27-12/3 - how do I fix this mistake and get my benefits?

I messed up on my weekly certification for the week of 11/28/2023-12/4/2023 and accidentally said I worked and earned more than $604 when I actually didn't make anything close to that. After submitting my claim, I got this message that says "Claim Complete - Your claim for the week of 11/28/2023-12/4/2023 has been entered for processing. Important Information - Because you worked and earned more than $604 you will not receive benefits for this..." I'm really worried because I need this money and I made a simple mistake on the form. I didn't actually work or earn any money during that week, but now the system thinks I did and is denying my benefits. Has anyone else done this before? Is there a way to correct a certification after it's been submitted? Can I call someone at unemployment to fix this certification mistake or do I need to file an appeal? I'm stressed because I was counting on this payment.

You need to call them asap to fix this. They can correct certification mistakes but you gotta speak to someone. Don't wait or you might miss your window to fix it

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Been trying to get through for 2 days already... keeps hanging up on me 😤

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same thing happened to me last month took me like a week to get someone on the phone smh

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I found a way to actually get through! Used this service called claimyr.com that calls and waits on hold, then connects you when someone picks up. Costs $20 but totally worth it vs calling for days. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/Rdqa1gKtxuE

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sounds sketchy af... does it actually work? 🤔

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100% legit used it twice already. Better than wasting hours calling

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bruh $20 to make a phone call??? unemployment system is such a joke fr

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hey when ur benefits are on the line $20 aint nothing compared to missing a whole week 💯

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DETAILED GUIDE FOR FIXING CERTIFICATION ERRORS: First, you need to speak with a claims specialist ASAP. Here's what you should know: - You have limited time to correct certification errors - Document everything: dates, times, who you spoke with - Have your claim info ready - Ask for a supervisor if regular agent can't help - Request confirmation number for your case Fastest way to reach them is using claimyr.com - they'll handle the hold time for you. Once you get through, explain it was an honest mistake. They can usually fix it right away if you catch it early.

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thank you so much for this detailed info! 🙏

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make sure u write down the date and time u try to call them. keep records of everything incase they try to say u didnt attempt to fix it

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dont stress too much, they can fix it. happened to me before and they corrected it pretty quick once i got through

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how long did it take to get the money after they fixed it?

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got it in like 2-3 business days after they fixed it

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classic NY unemployment... make one tiny mistake and ur whole week is messed up. systems designed to fail i swear

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fr fr theyre living in the stone age with this system 🤮

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I had the exact same thing happen to me a few months ago! Accidentally put in the wrong earnings amount and freaked out when I saw that message. The good news is they can definitely fix it, but you need to act fast. Here's what worked for me: 1. Call the claims line first thing in the morning (like 8:01 AM sharp) 2. Have your Social Security number and claim confirmation ready 3. Explain it was an input error and ask to speak with someone who can correct certifications 4. Be polite but persistent - sometimes the first person can't help but a supervisor can It took me about 3 days of calling to get through, but once I did they fixed it immediately and I got my payment within a week. Don't panic, this happens more than you'd think and they have a process for fixing these mistakes. Just don't wait too long to call!

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Hey, I actually work as a benefits counselor and see this mistake happen ALL THE TIME - you're definitely not alone! The good news is that certification errors like this are usually pretty straightforward to fix if you act quickly. Here's my advice based on what I've seen work best: 1. Call ASAP - there's typically a limited window to correct these errors 2. When you get through, be very specific: "I need to correct a certification error for the week of 11/28/2023. I accidentally reported earnings over $504 when I actually earned $0." 3. Ask for the correction to be processed immediately and request a confirmation number 4. If the first agent says they can't help, politely ask to speak with a supervisor or the "certification corrections" department The system is definitely frustrating, but these kinds of input errors are considered "good cause" for corrections. Most agents deal with this weekly and know exactly how to fix it. Once corrected, your payment should process within 3-5 business days. Don't stress too much - I've helped dozens of people through this exact situation and it almost always gets resolved quickly once you reach the right person. Just be persistent with calling and don't take "no" for an answer from the first agent if they seem unsure!

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@QuantumQuasar this is incredibly helpful coming from someone who actually works in benefits! Really appreciate you taking the time to share professional insight. Quick question - when you mention there's a "limited window" to correct these errors, do you know roughly how long that window typically is? I'm worried I might have already missed my chance since this happened for the week of 11/28 and it's now February. Also, should I be prepared with any specific documentation when I call, or is it mainly just explaining the mistake verbally? Thanks again for the detailed guidance!

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@QuantumQuasar this is so reassuring to hear from someone who actually works in the field! I've been losing sleep over this mistake. One thing I'm curious about - you mentioned asking for the "certification corrections" department specifically. Is that different from just asking for a supervisor? I want to make sure I'm using the right terminology when I call so they transfer me to the most qualified person who can actually fix this. Also, when you say the payment processes in 3-5 business days after correction, does that include weekends or just weekdays? Trying to plan my budget around when I might actually see the money hit my account. Thanks so much for sharing your professional expertise with us!

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@Sean Murphy from my experience, the window is usually around 30 days from when the error occurred, but since this involves benefit payments they re'often more flexible - especially if you can show you ve'been actively trying to reach them. February might seem late for a November issue, but if you explain you ve'been trying to get through since then, they should still help. You won t'need documentation for a simple input error like this - just be ready to clearly state what week needs correction and what the correct earnings amount should be $0 (in your case .)The key is getting to someone who has the authority to make the change in their system!

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I just went through this exact same thing two weeks ago! Accidentally hit the wrong button and reported like $700 in earnings when I made $0. I was freaking out just like you are now. Here's what actually worked for me after reading all the advice online: Used that claimyr service everyone's mentioning - yeah it's $20 but honestly worth every penny when you're about to lose a whole week's benefits. Got connected in about 30 minutes vs the 2 days I wasted trying to call myself. When I got through, I said exactly what @QuantumQuasar suggested: "I need to correct a certification error for week ending [date]. I accidentally reported earnings over $504 when I actually earned $0." The agent pulled up my file, saw it was obviously a mistake (probably because my work history showed I wasn't even employed), and fixed it right there on the call. Got my confirmation number, and the payment showed up 4 days later. Total relief! The key is definitely acting fast and being super clear about what you need. Don't overthink it - they deal with this mistake constantly and most agents know exactly how to fix it. You got this! 💪

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@Zoe Christodoulou this is exactly what I needed to hear! Thank you for sharing your recent experience with the same issue. It s'such a relief to know that someone just went through this and got it resolved quickly. I was hesitant about paying for that claimyr service but honestly when you put it in perspective - $20 vs losing hundreds in benefits - it s'a no-brainer. Really appreciate you confirming that the agents can see it s'obviously a mistake when they look at your work history. That makes me feel so much better about calling. Going to try first thing tomorrow morning and if I can t'get through, I ll'definitely use that service. Thanks for the encouragement! 🙏

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