Hi...can you explain a little bit about the process of scheduling a hearing? I am located in NYC and lost my job 4wks ago but for a list of reasons was not clear on my eligibility until today only to be told there is no "backdating"...the representative recommended I write a letter to NYS BLD explaining my case...2 questions:

1) It seems that these letters are more formalities with little success >> Is this true that some receive backdating? Or should I just try to expedite scheduling the meeting?

2) What grounds did you use for winning your appeals? I believe I am in the right primarily because my employer only recently concluded my "severence" package dragging this situation out and would have happily applied 3weeks ago. I have additional explanations but am wondering if this alone might be sufficient?

Thanks for any and all help!!