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Carmella Fromis

NYS Department of Labor unemployment benefit calculation - how do they determine how much unemployment you get?

I just got approved for unemployment benefits after being laid off from my retail job last month, but I'm confused about how they calculated my weekly benefit amount. My payment is $320 per week which seems random to me. I made about $42,000 last year working full time but had some gaps when I switched jobs. Does anyone know exactly how NYS Department of Labor figures out your benefit amount? I can't find a clear explanation anywhere and when I try to call they just say it's based on my earnings history.

Honestly the whole system is confusing on purpose. I spent hours trying to figure out my calculation and even when I called NYS Department of Labor they couldn't explain it clearly. At least you got approved though - that's the hardest part these days with all the adjudication delays.

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I totally get the frustration with reaching them by phone. When I had questions about my calculation, I actually used this service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that helped me get through to an actual NYS Department of Labor agent. They have a video demo showing how it works: https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI. Made the whole process way less stressful than trying to call myself.

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ya mine was like $287 and i have no idea why lol. as long as the money comes in every week im not complaining

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Asher Levin

How long for NYS Department of Labor unemployment direct deposit to hit my account?

I just certified my weekly claim on Sunday and it shows as processed on my.ny.gov. This is my second week getting payments and I'm still trying to figure out the timing. My first payment took forever but I think that was because of the initial setup. Does anyone know how long it usually takes for the direct deposit to actually show up in your bank account after you certify? I'm with Chase if that makes any difference. Really need to know so I can plan when to pay my rent.

Same boat here with the timing question. My payment status shows 'issued' but nothing in my account yet. It's been 2 days since it showed issued.

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If it shows 'issued' that means NYS Department of Labor has sent the payment to your bank. Should be there within 24-48 hours max. Different banks process at different times though.

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Just want to add that if you're new to UI benefits, the first few payments can be unpredictable timing-wise. After about a month it becomes very regular. Also make sure your bank account info is exactly right in the system because even small errors can delay everything.

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Angelina Farar

What do you have to do to qualify for unemployment benefits with NYS Department of Labor?

I'm thinking about filing for unemployment but I'm not sure if I even qualify. My job at a retail store cut my hours down to basically nothing and I can't survive on 8 hours a week. What are the actual requirements to get unemployment benefits in New York? Do I need to be completely laid off or can I qualify with reduced hours? Also heard there are work search requirements - what exactly do I have to do each week to keep getting benefits?

Also make sure you understand the monetary eligibility requirements. You need sufficient wages in your base period which is usually the first 4 of the last 5 quarters before you file. If you don't have enough wages in the standard base period they might use an alternate base period. The minimum wage requirement changes but it's around $2,800 in your highest earning quarter I think.

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How do I know what my base period wages are? Is that something I can check online somewhere?

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You can see your wage history when you file your claim through the NYS Department of Labor website. They'll show you exactly what wages they have on record for each quarter and whether you meet the requirements.

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Don't forget you also have to register with the state job matching system as part of your claim. It's all done online now through the NYS Department of Labor portal. You'll need to create a complete profile with your work history, skills, and job preferences.

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Yara Sabbagh

How long does NYS Department of Labor take to process unemployment claims?

I submitted my unemployment application through my.ny.gov about 10 days ago and haven't heard anything back yet. My claim status just says 'under review' and I'm starting to worry. I lost my job at a restaurant chain due to downsizing and really need these benefits to start soon. Does anyone know the typical processing time for NYS Department of Labor claims? My rent is due next week and I'm getting anxious about how long this might take.

Just want to say hang in there - I know how stressful the waiting period is when you're worried about bills. Most people do get approved eventually if they qualify. Keep checking your my.ny.gov account for any messages or requests for documentation.

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The NYS Department of Labor has been pretty overwhelmed lately from what I hear. My cousin works there and says they're still dealing with higher than normal claim volumes. But like others said, as long as you were laid off due to downsizing and not fired for misconduct, your claim should go through fine. Just takes time unfortunately.

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Andre Laurent

Can I ask to be laid off to collect unemployment - would NYS Department of Labor approve this?

I've been thinking about this for weeks now. My job situation has gotten really toxic and I'm wondering if I can just ask my supervisor to lay me off instead of quitting so I can collect unemployment while I look for something better. Would the NYS Department of Labor even approve benefits if my employer agrees to this? I know quitting usually disqualifies you but what about if they technically lay me off? Has anyone tried this approach before?

I tried calling the NYS Department of Labor like 50 times to ask about this exact scenario and could never get through to a real person. The automated system just keeps hanging up on me after being on hold forever. Anyone know a better way to actually talk to someone there?

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I actually found this service called Claimyr that helped me get through to NYS Department of Labor agents when I was dealing with my adjudication issues. You can check it out at claimyr.com - they have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI that shows how it works. Saved me hours of trying to call myself.

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Thanks! I'll definitely check that out because this calling situation is driving me crazy.

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honestly the whole unemployment system is so messed up, they make it impossible to get straight answers about anything

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I understand the frustration, but in this case there are legitimate policy reasons for the restrictions. They need to prevent people from gaming the system while still helping those who genuinely lose their jobs through no fault of their own.

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