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Wait so if someone just stops coming to work without notice, that's not automatically a disqualification? I always thought no call no show meant you couldn't get unemployment at all.
It depends on the specific circumstances and how the employer reports the separation. NYS Department of Labor has to determine if there was good cause for the actions, which is why they do investigations for these types of cases.
I went through something similar last year. The key thing is to be completely honest when you file your claim and during any interviews. Don't try to hide the no call no show - they'll find out anyway when they contact your employer. Focus on documenting the toxic work environment as much as possible. Even without medical records for the panic attacks, if you have any text messages, emails, or coworkers who witnessed the hostile conditions, gather all of that. I also recommend looking into whether your state has any mental health resources that might help you get documentation retroactively. The process isn't fun, but you might be surprised - sometimes employers don't fight unemployment claims as hard as you'd expect, especially if they know their workplace had issues.
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Wait I'm confused - I thought unemployment was based on your last job's salary? My friend got laid off from a $80k job and only gets like $400 something per week. How do they calculate this stuff??
It's not your last job's salary, it's based on your earnings over the past 12-18 months in what they call your 'base period.' They look at your highest earning quarter during that time. Your friend might have had gaps in employment or lower earnings in their base period quarters.
Just remember that $504 is the gross amount - they'll take out taxes if you elect to have them withheld. I learned that the hard way when I got a big tax bill the following year because I didn't have taxes taken out of my unemployment benefits.
That's really important to know! I definitely want to have taxes withheld - is that something you set up when you first file your claim or can you change it later? I don't want to get hit with a surprise tax bill next year.
You can change your tax withholding election at any time during your claim! When you log into your NY.gov account to do your weekly claim certification, there's an option to update your tax withholding preferences. They'll withhold 10% for federal taxes if you elect it. I'd definitely recommend doing it from the start to avoid that tax surprise.
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I'm in a similar boat - graduated last year and went through this exact same confusion about unemployment eligibility. One thing that helped me was looking into temporary staffing agencies while job hunting. They often have entry-level positions that can bridge the gap and start building your work history for future unemployment claims. Also, don't overlook your college's career services - mine had resources for recent grads that I didn't know about until months after graduation. The job market is tough but you'll get through it!
Hey Connor! I was in your exact shoes about 3 years ago - SUNY graduate with just work-study experience trying to figure out the unemployment system. Unfortunately, as others have mentioned, you likely won't qualify for regular UI benefits without substantial covered wages. But here's what I wish someone had told me: look into your county's workforce development programs! Many counties in NY have special programs for recent college graduates that include job placement assistance, skills training, and sometimes even stipends or support while you're in training. Also, if you haven't already, register with NYS Jobs (jobs.ny.gov) and set up job alerts - it's the state's official job board and some employers specifically recruit through there. The waiting and uncertainty is really hard, but this phase won't last forever. Keep documenting your search activities like others suggested, and don't hesitate to take temporary or contract work to start building that employment history. Good luck!
@6b670bb1ea47 Thank you so much for this advice! It's really reassuring to hear from someone who went through the same experience and came out the other side. I'm definitely going to look into my county's workforce development programs - I had no idea these existed specifically for recent grads. I'll also register with NYS Jobs right away. It's been overwhelming trying to figure out all the different resources available, but this thread has been incredibly helpful in pointing me toward options I never would have known about otherwise. Really appreciate you sharing your experience and giving me hope that this transition period will work out!
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The NYS Department of Labor website has a whole section about this but it's confusing as hell. Something about 'between terms' vs 'during terms' and whether you have a contract or not. I think the bottom line is if you're not getting paid and have no guarantee of future work, you should be able to file. Worst case they deny it and you appeal.
Yeah I looked at their website but couldn't make sense of it either. I think I'll just apply and see what happens. Thanks everyone!
I was in almost the exact same situation as a substitute teacher last year! The key difference between regular teachers and subs is that we don't have contracts guaranteeing future employment. I successfully got unemployment benefits from NYS Department of Labor after documenting that my sub assignments had completely dried up. Make sure to apply online through their website and be prepared to provide pay stubs from your previous sub work. They'll use your earnings from the past year to calculate your benefit amount. The whole process took about 4-6 weeks for me, but it was definitely worth it. Don't let anyone tell you subs can't get unemployment - we absolutely can when work isn't available!
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yeah similar thing happened to my friend, she got her benefits eventually but had to appeal the initial denial. definitely file right away though, don't wait
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Aiden Rodríguez
File your claim ASAP - you're definitely eligible! I had a similar situation with my chronic migraines affecting my work schedule. The employer tried to claim it was performance-related, but I documented everything - medical appointments, accommodation requests I made, even emails where I explained my condition. NYS DOL sided with me because they could see I was trying to do my job despite the medical issues. Key things: keep all your medical records, any communication with HR about accommodations, and be clear in your claim that you were terminated due to your medical condition, not misconduct. The diabetes management you mentioned (breaks, appointments) are totally reasonable accommodations they should have provided.
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