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THE WHOLE SYSTEM IS RIGGED AGAINST WORKERS! Companies just replace us with machines and we're supposed to be grateful for scraps from unemployment. Been dealing with this crap for months trying to get through to NYS Department of Labor.
I get the frustration but if you're having trouble reaching them, I used a service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that helps you get through to actual NYS Department of Labor agents. There's a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI showing how it works. Saved me hours of calling and getting hung up on.
Wait so if I get laid off because they bring in AI or robots that's still regular unemployment?? I thought there might be special benefits for that or something?
No special category for tech displacement in NY unemployment system. It's just a regular layoff for benefit purposes. Some states have retraining funds but the actual unemployment benefits are the same regardless of why you were laid off.
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I had trouble reaching anyone at NYS Department of Labor when I had questions about my eligibility. The phone lines are always busy and the callback system never worked for me. Finally used this service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that got me through to an actual agent. They have a video demo showing how it works at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI. Made the whole process so much easier when I could actually talk to someone about my specific situation.
never heard of that but might be worth trying, i've been waiting 2 weeks for a callback
One thing people don't realize is that even if you qualify initially, you can lose benefits if you don't follow all the rules. Missing your weekly claim filing, not doing your job search requirements, or refusing suitable work can all get your benefits stopped.
Good point, what defines 'suitable work'? Do I have to take any job or can I be picky about the salary and type of work?
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Just remember whatever rate they give you, you still have to do the weekly claims and job search requirements. The money isn't automatic even after your claim is approved. I learned that the hard way when I missed filing one week and lost that payment completely.
If you're having trouble getting through to NYS Department of Labor to check on your claim status or ask questions about your benefit rate, I used a service called Claimyr that helped me reach an actual agent. They have a website at claimyr.com and there's a demo video at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI showing how it works. Saved me hours of calling and getting busy signals.
honestly the nys system is so backed up right now, anything that helps you actually talk to someone is worth it
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reduction force basically means company downsizing, its the easiest type of claim to get approved since theres no question about why you lost the job
I got reduction force too when they closed my department but I'm still nervous about the job search requirements. Do I still need to do 3 work search activities per week even though it was clearly not my fault I lost my job?
Yes, you still need to meet all the ongoing eligibility requirements including job search activities. The reduction force classification just determines that your initial separation qualifies you for benefits - you still have to prove you're actively looking for work each week.
Sophie Duck
Just remember you need to do job search activities every week and keep a log. NYS Department of Labor requires proof of at least 3 work search contacts per week. They can ask for your job search log at any time and if you don't have it, they can disqualify you and demand repayment of benefits.
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Mason Stone
•What counts as a work search contact? Does applying online count or do I need to do more than that?
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Makayla Shoemaker
•Online applications count as one contact each. You can also include things like attending job fairs, networking events, or contacting employers directly. Just keep detailed records with dates, company names, and what you did.
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Austin Leonard
been getting unemployment for 2 months now and it's pretty straightforward once you get the hang of it. just dont forget to file every week or you'll be scrambling to get back payments
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