How do I contact the NYS Department of Labor?

By Phone: (518) 457-9000 | (888) 4-NYSDOL (888-469-7365) | 711 TTY/TTD.

Are NYC unemployment offices open?

Hours: M-F: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

How do I speak to a representative at NYS unemployment?

If you need to speak to a live customer service representative in New York Unemployment customer service you need to dial 1-888-209-8124. To speak with a live agent, you need to press 0, then press pound (if you don’t know your social security number) and stay on the line (typical waiting time is about 10-45 minutes).

How do you contact Department of Labor?

For the quickest response to your questions about us and our programs, please use the information in the Contact the U.S. Department of Labor section. National Toll-Free Contact Center. Live assistance is available Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time by calling, 1-866-4-USA-DOL (1-866-487-2365), TTY.

What is the unemployment law in New York?

The New York Unemployment Insurance Law, Article 18 of the New York State Labor Law, requires employers to fund the state’s unemployment system by paying state employment taxes. Employers may not collect contributions from their employees to help them subsidize their tax liabilities.

What are the unemployment benefits in New York?

New York state unemployment benefits are limited by state law to protect the integrity of the unemployment compensation program. The weekly amount is $405, and the maximum length is 26 weeks.

How do you claim unemployment benefits in New York?

Following are step by step process on how to apply for benefits: Sign in with your New York GOV ID. Follow the instructions to file a claim. Submit your application. The NYS Dept of Labor will evaluate your claim for Unemployment Insurance benefits and decide if you qualify.