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I've been on unemployment twice and both times barely covered my expenses. The first time I had to move back in with family because $190/week wasn't cutting it. The second time I was getting $340 which was better but still had to pick up gig work just to survive. The system assumes you have other resources or savings which most of us don't.
Check if you qualify for SNAP benefits too, that can help with groceries. Also look into your local food banks. I know it sucks having to use these programs but unemployment really isn't meant to replace your full income unfortunately.
Thanks, I'll look into SNAP. Never thought I'd need food assistance but here we are.
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Wait I'm confused - if I'm working part time while on unemployment, does that time count toward starting a new claim later? I thought you couldn't work while collecting benefits?
You can work part-time while collecting unemployment as long as you report it on your weekly claims and don't exceed the earnings threshold. Those wages do count toward establishing a new benefit year if you earn enough total.
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Just to clarify - you also need to have worked in at least 2 quarters during your base period. So having wages spread across different quarters helps with eligibility. When you file your claim, the NYS Department of Labor system will automatically calculate if you meet the monetary requirements based on your wage records from all employers who reported your earnings.
What if you can't get through to NYS Department of Labor to check your wage records? I've been trying to call for days and keep getting disconnected.
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just quit and apply anyway, worst they can do is say no
That's not good advice. If you quit without proper documentation or good cause, you could be disqualified and have to wait weeks or months before becoming eligible. Better to prepare properly first.
The hour reduction alone might qualify you. When they cut you from full-time to part-time like that, it can be considered constructive dismissal. Make sure you have your old schedule in writing and the new one too. NYS Department of Labor takes substantial changes in working conditions seriously during their review process.
Good point about the schedule documentation. I should screenshot my current schedule and get a copy of my original job offer that showed 40 hours.
Diego Flores
same thing happened to me but it was just because I had two part time jobs and they needed to verify which one I lost benefits for. filled out the forms and was back to normal in like 10 days
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Anastasia Kozlov
Don't panic yet! Fact-finding just means they need more information. The key is to respond to any requests for documentation as quickly as possible. Keep copies of everything you submit and check your account daily for updates. Most fact-finding investigations are routine verification processes, not fraud investigations.
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