COVID-19 Update: NYS is waiving the 7-Day waiting period for Unemployment Insurance benefits for people who are out of work due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) closures or quarantines.

I know these are stressful times. The situation is very fluid so I suggest that you check the New York Department of Labor website regularly https://www.labor.ny.gov/home. You can also call 1-888-469-7365. The volume of calls and traffic to their site has increased dramatically as you might expect. So please be patient. They are helping everyone and will help you too. I will update this post as I have more information. Stay safe. Stay strong. Stay positive.

Best,

Greg