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Mei Liu

NYS Department of Labor weekly claim rejected - very low unemployment rate causing issues?

My weekly claim got rejected this week and I'm confused about the reason. The notice mentioned something about low unemployment affecting eligibility but I don't understand what that means. I've been filing weekly claims for 6 weeks now without any problems. Has anyone else had their NYS Department of Labor claim rejected because unemployment is very low in their area? I worked at a restaurant that closed permanently so it's not like I quit. Really stressed about this because I need these benefits to pay rent.

WAIT THIS IS HAPPENING TO OTHER PEOPLE TOO?? I thought I was the only one! My claim got flagged for 'review' and they said something about labor market conditions. I've been freaking out for days thinking I did something wrong with my job search log!

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Don't panic! When unemployment rates are very low, it can result in increased scrutiny but it doesn't mean you're disqualified. The key is documenting that you're genuinely available for work and making reasonable job search efforts given current market conditions.

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I had something similar happen but it turned out to be about my availability hours. With very low unemployment, they're stricter about making sure you're available during normal business hours when most jobs are available. Had to update my availability in the system.

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Kara Yoshida

Does unemployment benefits in NYS Department of Labor system affect credit score or show up on background checks?

Quick question - I'm about to apply for a new apartment and they're doing a credit check and background verification. I've been collecting unemployment through NYS Department of Labor for the past 8 weeks while job searching. Does anyone know if unemployment benefits show up on credit reports or background checks? I don't want this to hurt my chances of getting approved for the lease. My credit score was decent before I lost my job but I'm worried the unemployment might flag something negative.

Just went through this exact situation last month! Unemployment benefits absolutely do NOT affect your credit score or show up on credit reports. The only way unemployment could indirectly affect your credit is if you miss payments on existing debts because the benefit amount isn't covering your expenses. But the actual receipt of UI benefits is completely separate from credit reporting.

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landlord here - we don't see unemployment benefits on background checks and honestly most of us understand that good tenants sometimes go through job transitions, as long as you can show you're actively looking for work and have some income coming in you should be fine

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That's really reassuring to hear from a landlord's perspective. I've been keeping detailed job search logs for NYS Department of Labor anyway so I can show I'm actively looking.

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Ava Johnson

NYS Department of Labor unemployment claim stress affecting my mental health - anyone else struggling?

I've been on unemployment for 8 weeks now and honestly the whole process is destroying my mental health. Between the weekly certifications, constant job search requirements, and never knowing if my next payment will come through, I'm having panic attacks. My claim went into adjudication last month and I haven't heard anything since. I can't sleep, can't focus on job applications, and feel like a complete failure. The stress of potentially losing benefits while bills pile up is overwhelming. Has anyone else experienced this? How do you cope with the anxiety of depending on NYS Department of Labor while trying to find work?

omg yes! I'm on week 12 and some days I can barely get out of bed. The job search requirement feels impossible when you're already depressed about being unemployed. Its like they expect you to be this motivated go-getter when you're broke and stressed

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Same here - the pressure to seem enthusiastic in interviews when you're financially panicking is so hard

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Been there. What really helped me was connecting with other people going through the same thing. There are some local job seeker support groups that meet weekly - it's nice to talk to people who actually understand what you're dealing with instead of well-meaning friends who've never been unemployed.

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Alexis Robinson

How long after unemployment interview do you get paid - NYS Department of Labor timing?

Had my telephone interview with NYS Department of Labor last Thursday about my separation from my warehouse job. The interviewer said they needed to review my case but didn't give me a timeline. My claim has been in adjudication for almost 6 weeks now and I'm getting desperate. Bills are piling up and I need to know when I might see payment. Has anyone been through this process recently? How long did it take after your interview to actually get paid?

Just want to say hang in there. I know how stressful this waiting period is, especially when you're worried about bills. The NYS Department of Labor system can be slow but they do eventually get through everything.

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The whole adjudication process is a JOKE. Six weeks is ridiculous for someone who just needs unemployment benefits to survive. Meanwhile they're sitting on thousands of cases while people can't pay rent. This system needs a complete overhaul.

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I understand the frustration, but the adjudication process exists to prevent fraud and ensure only eligible claimants receive benefits. Complex cases with conflicting information do take time to investigate properly.

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Fatima Al-Suwaidi

NYS Department of Labor employer liability under federal unemployment tax act - help needed

My small business just got a notice from NYS Department of Labor about federal unemployment tax act requirements and I'm completely lost. We have 8 employees and I thought I was handling everything correctly through the state system. The notice mentions liability calculations and I have no idea what this means for my business. Are there specific thresholds that trigger federal unemployment tax act obligations? I've been paying into the NY unemployment system but apparently there's more to it. Can someone explain what employers need to know about federal unemployment tax act compliance in New York?

If you're having trouble reaching someone at NYS Department of Labor about your employer account, I had luck using a service called Claimyr (claimyr.com). They helped me get through to an actual person when I had questions about my SUTA rates. There's a demo video at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI that shows how it works. Saved me hours of being on hold.

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Thanks, I'll check that out. I've been trying to call NYS Department of Labor for weeks about my account status and keep getting disconnected.

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Don't forget about quarterly deposits if your FUTA liability exceeds $500 in any quarter. You can't wait until year-end to pay everything. The IRS wants their money on time just like NYS Department of Labor does with state unemployment taxes.

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