The Research & Statistics Division is the premier source of labor market information in the state. From wages to projections to the latest job figures, the Department of Labor has the most …

Oct 1, 2025 · Not sure if you qualify? File a claim anyway. New York State will review your application and determine your eligibility. You can file a claim for UI if you worked in New York …

Check your mail and email, and respond to any questionnaires, online forms, or phone calls from the Department of Labor right away to prevent delays in your payments.

Oct 17, 2025 · New York state Labor Commissioner Roberta Reardon appeared on Capital Tonight Friday to discuss the increase in the unemployment benefit as well as what’s keeping …

If you are not a Shared Work participant, and you need to file a new claim, please go to unemployment.labor.ny.gov to file your first claim for unemployment insurance benefits.

To combat and stop unemployment insurance (UI) fraud and identity theft, we work actively alongside local, state and federal law enforcement agencies, government agencies, claimants, …

Keeping New York's workforce safe is the highest priority. This division oversees 11 safety programs and offers safety and health information to employees and employers.

Learn about unemployment insurance benefits and how to file a claim with the New York State Department of Labor.

The official website of the State of New York. Find information about state government agencies and learn more about our programs and services.

Eligibility To qualify for Unemployment Insurance benefits, you must have worked and earned enough wages in covered employment. In New York State, employers pay contributions that …