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Keisha Thompson

NYS Department of Labor - when can you draw unemployment benefits eligibility requirements?

I'm really confused about when exactly you can start drawing unemployment benefits in New York. My last day of work was January 15th but I keep hearing different things about waiting periods and when benefits actually start. Some people say you can file immediately, others say there's a waiting week? Also not sure if there are specific circumstances that let you draw benefits sooner or later. Can someone explain the actual timeline for when you can draw unemployment from NYS Department of Labor?

I had a nightmare trying to reach NYS Department of Labor to ask similar questions about my eligibility timeline. Spent hours on hold just to get disconnected. Finally used this service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that actually got me through to a real person at the unemployment office. They have a video demo showing how it works: https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI. Was worth it just to get my questions answered directly instead of guessing.

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Interesting, never heard of that before. Did they help clarify your specific situation?

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Yeah, they helped me understand exactly when my benefits would start and what I needed to do. Much better than trying to navigate the phone system myself.

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The whole system is frustrating honestly. Even when you're eligible they make you jump through so many hoops with the job search requirements and weekly certifications. But to answer your question - file immediately, don't wait.

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Agree the process is annoying but at least the payments help when you need them

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Jason Brewer

Can undocumented workers get NYS Department of Labor unemployment benefits - documentation requirements?

I've been working construction jobs for the past 3 years in New York and paying into the system through my ITIN. My employer had to lay me off last month due to lack of work and I'm wondering if I can apply for unemployment benefits through NYS Department of Labor. I don't have a social security number but I do have an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number and have been filing taxes. Does anyone know what the documentation requirements are? I've heard conflicting information about eligibility.

The NYS Department of Labor follows federal guidelines on this. You must be able to work legally in the US to receive unemployment benefits. This includes citizens, permanent residents, and those with valid work visas or permits. If you're having trouble reaching someone at NYS Department of Labor to discuss your specific situation, I used Claimyr (claimyr.com) to get through to an actual agent. They have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI showing how it works. An agent could give you definitive information about your eligibility.

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This is really frustrating. People pay into the system but can't access benefits when they need them. I understand the legal requirements but it still feels wrong.

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You might want to check with local worker advocacy groups too. Sometimes there are other programs or resources available even if regular unemployment isn't an option. They would know about any state-specific assistance programs.

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Good idea, I'll look into that. Thanks for the suggestion.

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Pedro Sawyer

NYS Department of Labor tax collections drop when unemployment is high - how does this affect my benefits?

I've been thinking about something lately and wondering if anyone knows the answer. When unemployment rates are really high like they were a couple years ago, the government obviously collects way less in payroll taxes and income taxes because fewer people are working. Does this mean the NYS Department of Labor unemployment fund gets stretched thin? I'm currently on week 18 of my claim and starting to worry about whether the money will run out before I find work. My benefits are supposed to last 26 weeks but with so many people out of work in my area, I'm concerned the state might not have enough tax revenue coming in to cover everyone's claims. Has anyone heard anything about this affecting benefit payments?

yeah this whole system is screwed up if you ask me. when the economy tanks the people who need help most can't get it because there's no money coming in. typical government planning right there

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Actually the unemployment insurance system is one of the better-designed government programs. It's self-funding through employer contributions and has federal backstops. It's specifically built to handle economic downturns.

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This reminds me of when my brother was on unemployment back in 2009 during the recession. He was worried about the same thing but ended up getting all his benefits plus extended benefits that Congress approved. The system worked even during the worst economic crisis in decades.

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Zainab Mahmoud

How can the government reduce unemployment claims in New York - NYS Department of Labor perspective?

I've been unemployed for 6 months now and filing weekly claims with NYS Department of Labor. Got me thinking about what the government could actually do to reduce unemployment overall. I mean besides just processing our claims faster (which would be nice). Are there programs or policies that actually work to get people back to work? I see job postings but they're either minimum wage or require skills I don't have. What's NYS Department of Labor doing beyond just paying benefits?

What about tax incentives for small businesses to hire? I keep hearing about these programs but when I apply for jobs at small companies they always say they can't afford to hire. Maybe if NYS Department of Labor had better coordination with economic development agencies? I just feel like there's disconnect between unemployment services and actual job creation policies.

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New York does have the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) program that gives employers tax credits for hiring certain groups including long-term unemployed. The issue is many small businesses don't know about it or think the paperwork is too complicated.

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education and retraining is key!!! I went back to school while on unemployment and NYS Department of Labor approved it under their training extension program. Now I have skills employers actually want. But not everyone knows these programs exist - they need better promotion

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Wait, you can go to school while collecting benefits? I thought you had to be available for work immediately. How does that work with the weekly claim requirements?

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Yara Nassar

How much unemployment will I get if I make $2 - NYS Department of Labor calculation question

I'm really confused about how NYS Department of Labor calculates unemployment benefits. My gross weekly wage at my last job was only $2 because I work commission-based retail and had an absolutely terrible final quarter. I got laid off last month and now I'm trying to figure out what my weekly benefit amount would be. The online calculator isn't giving me clear answers for such a low wage. Has anyone dealt with really low earnings like this? Do I even qualify for unemployment benefits with such minimal income?

I had issues getting through to NYS Department of Labor when I had wage calculation questions. Tried calling for weeks but kept getting disconnected. Finally used Claimyr (claimyr.com) to get connected to an actual agent who could review my earnings history. They have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI that shows how it works. Made the whole process way easier than trying to navigate the phone system myself.

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Never heard of that service but honestly anything is better than sitting on hold for hours just to get hung up on!

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Commission jobs are tricky for unemployment calculations because your income varies so much. I worked commission sales too and my benefit amount was based on my best quarter, not the terrible final months before I got laid off. The NYS Department of Labor system actually worked in my favor that way. Just make sure all your employers reported your wages correctly.

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