When you face an unemployment denial, the next step is often an appeal or hearing request. This process can feel overwhelming, and when you hear about hearing representation fees for unemployment, claimants worry about being unable to afford professional help. You might wonder - how much will it cost? Is it worth paying for representation? We're here to break it down for you. You’ll learn what these fees are, why they matter, and why they should not deter you from getting the

While the official policy of New York State respects the privacy of unemployment applicants, we have received numerous reports of individuals posing as "unemployment officials" contacting non-citizen applicants. These impostors request in-person meetings for an "interview" and persistently follow up to ensure attendance. In all known instances, when claimants contacted the Department of Labor (DOL) directly, they were informed that no such interviews had been scheduled. Repor

Losing your unemployment benefits can feel overwhelming. You might feel lost, unsure of what to do next. But you don’t have to face this...

Losing your unemployment benefits can feel overwhelming. But you don’t have to accept the decision without a fight. I’ve been through the...

The Importance of Legal Guidance We require that claimants have an advising attorney available because every case has unique issues....

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If you’ve lost your job through no fault of your own, you have the right to unemployment benefits. But winning those benefits—especially...