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ugh the whole system is such a nightmare. I've been waiting 6 weeks for my claim to get approved and every time I call they just say 'it's still processing' like that helps pay my bills!! Good luck OP but prepare yourself for a lot of frustration
Six weeks is way too long - something's definitely wrong with your claim. You should request a hearing or contact your assembly member's office for help.
Also remember you have to do job search activities once you start claiming - 3 job contacts per week that you have to log. Keep records of everything because they can audit you anytime.
Wait what kind of job search stuff? Do I have to apply to 3 jobs every single week even if I'm trying to get my old job back?
Yes, 3 work search activities per week minimum. Can be job applications, networking events, career fairs, interviews, etc. You log them in the system when you file your weekly claim. Even if you expect to be recalled, you still need to do the job search unless you're on approved standby status.
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Had this exact issue last year and couldn't get through to anyone at NYS Department of Labor to clarify the tax situation. Ended up using Claimyr (claimyr.com) to actually reach a real person who explained the whole tax withholding process. They have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI that shows how it works. Wish I had known about the tax implications before I started collecting benefits.
Thanks for the tip! I might need to call them anyway because my 1099-G amount doesn't match what I calculated from my payment history.
Pro tip: if you're filing taxes yourself, make sure you're using the correct amount from Box 1 of your 1099-G, not Box 2. Box 1 is the total unemployment compensation paid, Box 2 is federal income tax withheld (which will be zero if you didn't elect withholding). Also double-check that the 1099-G includes all your benefit weeks - sometimes there are processing delays that can affect the reported amounts.
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honestly the whole system is ridiculous. they force you to apply to jobs then penalize you for having standards about what youre willing to do. ive been dealing with NYS Department of Labor for months and its just one thing after another
Had something similar happen - interview went well but they wanted me to agree to random drug testing even though it was just data entry work. I didn't refuse outright but said I needed to think about it. Never heard back from them and NYS Department of Labor never questioned it on my weekly claims.
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The unemployment system is so confusing! I've been trying to figure out if I qualify too after getting let go. It seems like they really scrutinize everything when you get fired versus laid off. What if your employer lies about why they fired you? Can you appeal their decision?
Yes, you absolutely have the right to appeal if you're denied benefits. NYS Department of Labor will give you information about the appeals process if your initial claim is rejected. You can provide additional documentation and testimony to support your case.
Jamal Brown
just apply man, dont overthink it. worst case they say no but at least youll know. the requirements arent that hard if you worked a real job for several months
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Mei Zhang
Good luck with your application! The restaurant industry layoffs are tough but unemployment benefits should help bridge the gap while you find something new. Make sure to certify for your weekly benefits every week once you're approved - missing a week can cause payment delays.
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Ethan Wilson
•thanks everyone for all the help! feeling more confident about applying now. this community is awesome
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