The NYS DOL Twitter has clarified the email. Request to waive overpayment.Waiver requests will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. To request an overpayment waiver, log in to check your claim status. This chapter deals with state law provisions for identifying, establishing, and collecting Unemployment. Insurance (UI) benefit overpayments. Write a letter and tell them you made the mistake and ask them to set up the Over payment.