I've been dealing with NY unemployment for over a year now and can tell you that the 11/30/0002 date is a classic system glitch that happens with offsets. It's their ancient computer system's way of saying "we're taking money but can't figure out how to display the date properly" 🤦‍♀️ The $130.88 offset is definitely being deducted from what they owe you - it's not a payment TO you. Your regular direct deposit of $219.74 should still hit your account on 11/21/2022 as scheduled. Here's what you need to do: 1. Check your online account under "Correspondence" for any notices 2. Call your bank to make sure your address is current (offsets often happen when notices go to old addresses) 3. Keep calling DOL or use that claimyr service to get through - you NEED to know what this offset is for The most common reasons for offsets are: - Old tax debt - Child support - Previous UI overpayments from years ago - Defaulted student loans Don't panic about the forfeit week - that's separate and won't affect current payments. But definitely figure out what that offset is ASAP because if it's an error, getting it fixed takes forever with their system. Document everything and keep screenshots!

I just went through this exact same situation about 3 weeks ago! That 11/30/0002 date is definitely their system glitching out when processing offsets - it's like their computers are stuck in time travel mode lol. The $130.88 is being taken FROM your benefits, not added to them. So you'll get your regular $219.74 direct deposit on 11/21/2022, but they're keeping that $130.88 for whatever debt they think you owe. Here's what happened with mine: turned out to be an overpayment from way back in 2020 that I had completely forgotten about. They sent me a letter about 2 weeks after the offset explaining everything. The crazy part is they're supposed to give you advance notice before taking money, but if your address isn't updated in their system, they'll just do it anyway after trying to reach you. Definitely log into your account and check under "Messages" or "Correspondence" - sometimes they post notices there first before mailing. And yeah, that forfeit week is probably from missing a certification deadline or answering something wrong, but it won't affect your current payments. If you don't get an explanation letter within 10 business days, I'd definitely call them or try that claimyr service people mentioned. You have the right to know what they're taking money for! Keep screenshots of everything because their system is notorious for "losing" records.

The whole system is designed to make it as difficult as possible honestly. Between the weekly claims, job search requirements, and all the bureaucracy, it feels like they don't want you to actually get benefits. But you need the money so you jump through all their hoops.

I went through this same process last year when I got laid off. One thing that really helped me was setting up direct deposit right away - it makes getting your payments much faster than waiting for checks in the mail. Also, download the NY.gov mobile app if you have a smartphone. It makes filing your weekly claims way easier than trying to do it on the website every time. The app remembers your information and you can file your claim in like 2 minutes once you get the hang of it. Just make sure you file before the Sunday deadline each week or you'll miss that week's payment entirely.

Had my RESEA meeting about 2 weeks ago and honestly it was way less intimidating than I built it up to be in my head! The counselor was really professional and actually helpful. Here's what made it go smoothly for me: - Had all my work search activities in a simple Excel sheet (date, company, position, how I applied) - Made sure my resume was saved as a PDF on my desktop - Prepared to talk through about 5-6 recent job applications in detail - Had a list of questions ready about local job resources The whole thing took about 55 minutes and she actually connected me with a free career workshop I didn't know existed. She also gave me some solid feedback on my resume formatting that I'm still using. Just be honest about your job search efforts and have your records organized - they really are there to help you succeed, not catch you doing something wrong. The spreadsheet approach sounds like you're already well prepared! Best of luck tomorrow - you're going to do great! 🙌

I just had my RESEA meeting last week and wanted to add to all the great advice here! Like everyone said, it really wasn't as scary as I thought it would be. My counselor was actually super helpful and spent time reviewing my job search strategy. One thing I didn't see mentioned yet - they might ask about your availability for work (full-time vs part-time, shift preferences, etc.) so be ready to discuss that. Also, if you've been unemployed for a while, they may ask about any volunteer work or freelance activities you've been doing to stay active. The coolest part was that my counselor actually knew about job openings at specific local companies that weren't posted publicly yet! She gave me contact info for a few hiring managers in my field. I never expected that level of personalized help. Your spreadsheet sounds perfect - that's exactly what they want to see. Just make sure you can speak confidently about your recent applications and what types of roles you're targeting. The fact that you're only 3 weeks in actually works in your favor - they tend to be more focused on helping newer claimants rather than auditing them. You're going to do amazing tomorrow! This community support is so valuable - we're all rooting for you! 🤞

I'm going through this exact same situation right now and it's been incredibly stressful! My employer is contesting my unemployment claim saying I quit when I was clearly laid off due to company downsizing. Reading all these experiences gives me so much hope though. I've been gathering documentation like crazy - saved emails about budget cuts, my termination letter that mentions "workforce reduction," and even got a statement from my coworker who was also laid off the same day. The waiting is absolutely brutal when you're trying to pay bills, but it sounds like persistence and good documentation really pays off. For anyone else going through this nightmare - we're not alone and it seems like the adjudicators do eventually see through these bogus employer contests. Keep filing those weekly claims and stay strong everyone!

I'm really sorry you're dealing with this stressful situation - the uncertainty while waiting for adjudication is incredibly difficult when you're depending on those benefits. From what I've seen in similar cases, the NYS DOL adjudication process typically takes 3-8 weeks depending on the complexity and their current caseload. During this time, they'll likely send you a questionnaire or call you for a phone interview to get your detailed account of what happened. Since you mentioned it was a clear layoff due to downsizing, make sure you gather any documentation that supports this - company emails about restructuring, layoff notices, or even coworkers who can confirm they were also affected. The burden is actually on your employer to prove misconduct occurred, not on you to prove your innocence. Most importantly, keep filing your weekly claims even though you're not getting paid yet - if you win the adjudication you'll receive backpay for all those weeks, but only if you continued filing. I know the financial pressure is overwhelming, but stay strong and document everything you can remember about the circumstances leading to your separation.

same boat here, filed 8 days ago and nothing yet, starting to worry something is wrong

The waiting period is definitely nerve-wracking! I went through this same anxiety a few months ago. In addition to checking the correspondence section and payment history that others mentioned, also look for any requests for additional documentation in your account - sometimes they need wage verification or separation details that can hold up the process. The good news is that 10 days is still within the normal timeframe. Most approvals I've seen (including mine) came through between days 12-18. Keep doing your weekly certifications if those are available - that shows you're actively engaging with the system even while waiting for the determination.