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Pro tip: if you're worried about missing the deadline, you can also set up a reminder on your phone for Saturday evenings. I do this every week and it's saved me from the Sunday night panic more than once. The system also sends confirmation emails when you submit, so make sure to check for that to know it went through properly.
That's a great idea! I actually just set up a Saturday reminder after reading this. I've been one of those people scrambling on Sunday nights and stressing about whether it went through. Having that confirmation email tip is really helpful too - I'll make sure to look for that going forward.
Just wanted to share my experience with the filing window - I've found that filing on Thursday or Friday mornings works really well. The system is fast, there's no rush, and it gives me peace of mind knowing it's done early in the week. Plus if there are any issues with my claim, I have time to address them before the Sunday deadline. I used to be a Sunday night filer too but switching to mid-week has been so much less stressful.
That's such a smart approach! I think I'm going to switch to filing earlier in the week too. The Sunday night stress isn't worth it, especially knowing the system can be slow. Filing on Thursday or Friday like you do sounds perfect - gives you that buffer time in case anything goes wrong with your claim.
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just be gratefull your actually getting mail from them😂 I haven't heard anything about my claim in 2 months despiet calling every week!
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Ugh, I'm dealing with this exact same thing right now! Filed my 1099G online in March, got confirmation emails, thought I was all set. Then BAM - three different letters show up in my mailbox in June asking me to do stuff I already did months ago. One was asking me to verify my identity (already did that), another wanted me to confirm my employment history (yep, did that too), and the third was just a general "we received your tax documents" notice. It's like their left hand doesn't know what their right hand is doing. The whole system feels like it's held together with duct tape and prayers. At least I'm not the only one going through this madness!
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I'm going through the exact same thing right now - filed in late November and still waiting. The lack of communication is the worst part. I've been trying to get through to someone at DOL for weeks but like everyone else here, just get busy signals or disconnected after hours on hold. It's really helpful to know I'm not alone in this, though I wish none of us had to deal with these delays. Hang in there, and definitely keep doing those weekly certifications like others mentioned. Hopefully we'll all get through this backlog soon.
I feel your pain - the lack of communication really is the worst part of this whole process. It's like they expect us to just sit in limbo indefinitely without any updates. At least we know we're all following the right steps by keeping up with the weekly certifications. Hopefully the system catches up soon and we start seeing some movement on our claims. Stay strong!
I'm in a very similar situation - filed my claim in early December after my retail job was eliminated and I'm also still stuck in pending status. The phone situation is absolutely maddening - I've probably called 100+ times at this point and gotten through exactly zero times. What's really concerning me is that I see some people mentioning identity verification issues that aren't communicated properly. I keep checking my online account obsessively but there's literally no information beyond "pending." Has anyone found any other ways to get status updates besides the impossible phone line? I'm worried there's some issue holding up my claim that I don't even know about. The financial stress is really getting to me at this point.
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I'm going through the exact same thing right now - claim has been on hold for 3 weeks with just "adjudication in progress" showing. What's really frustrating is that they don't give you any indication of what they're even reviewing or how much longer it might take. I've been keeping detailed records of all my job search activities and filing my weekly claims like everyone suggests, but it's nerve-wracking not knowing when (or if) the money will come through. Has anyone had luck contacting their local unemployment office directly instead of the main state line? Wondering if that might be easier to get through to.
I tried calling a few local offices directly and had mixed results - some just redirect you back to the main state line, but the Albany office was actually helpful when I finally got through. They couldn't speed up the process but at least confirmed what was being reviewed in my case. The wait times are still brutal though, usually 45+ minutes even at the local level. Keep documenting everything like you're doing - that paper trail becomes really important if there are any issues later.
I'm in week 4 of adjudication hell myself and completely understand your anxiety about rent. What helped me was contacting my local legal aid society - they have advocates who specialize in unemployment issues and can sometimes intervene on your behalf with NYS DOL. Also, if you're facing eviction, reach out to your county's rental assistance programs ASAP while you're waiting for benefits to come through. Most have emergency funds specifically for people waiting on unemployment decisions. Don't wait until you're behind on rent to apply - the paperwork takes time to process too.
This is really solid advice about legal aid and rental assistance - I hadn't thought about applying for emergency rent help while waiting. Do you know if using rental assistance programs affects your unemployment eligibility at all? I'm worried about doing anything that might complicate my case further while it's already under review.
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ny unemployment is literally the worst. took me 6 months to find work when my benefits ran out had to move back in w my parents 😭
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Sophie Hernandez
@Summer Green hang in there! I was in the exact same spot last year - hit that 26 week wall and panicked. Since NY doesn't have extensions right now, here's what helped me survive: 1. Apply for emergency assistance programs (HEAP for utilities, SNAP for food) 2. Check out your local food pantries - no shame in getting help 3. Look into gig work (DoorDash, Uber, TaskRabbit) for immediate income 4. Contact 211 (dial 2-1-1) for local resources and assistance programs Also definitely check out those workforce development programs @Rita Jacobs mentioned. I did a 6-week digital marketing course through Workforce1 that landed me my current job. They even help with interview prep and networking. The job market is brutal but you've already shown persistence by applying to 100+ jobs. Something WILL break through. Keep your head up! 💪
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Amara Chukwu
•@Sophie Hernandez this is exactly what I needed to hear! Thank you so much for the detailed breakdown. I had no idea about the 211 number or that I could still get help even after benefits end. Definitely going to look into those emergency assistance programs and the Workforce1 training. Really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience - gives me hope that there s'light at the end of this tunnel 🙏
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