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this whole system is so confusing why cant they just make it simple to understand when you can reapply and what you need
I agree the system could be clearer, but the basic rule is pretty straightforward - you can file a new claim anytime after your benefit year ends as long as you have qualifying wages from work you did after your previous claim started.
I went through this same process about 8 months ago when my original claim expired. The application itself is pretty straightforward on the NY.gov website, but definitely gather all your employment documents first - W-2s, pay stubs, and exact dates of employment. One thing that caught me off guard was that they asked for really specific information about why I left each job, so have those details ready. The whole process took about 2 weeks from application to getting my first payment. Good luck!
Thanks for sharing your experience! That's really helpful to know about the specific job separation details they ask for. I'm curious - did you have any issues with the wage verification process? I'm a bit worried they might not be able to verify my part-time job wages since it was such a small employer.
@Isaiah Cross The wage verification wasn t'too bad in my case, but I did make sure to keep all my pay stubs from the part-time job just in case. NYS Department of Labor usually gets wage information directly from employers through their quarterly reporting, but having your own records as backup is always smart. If your employer was paying into the unemployment system which (most legitimate employers do, even small ones ,)the wages should show up in their system. Just make sure you have the exact employer name and address when you fill out the application.
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Just make sure you keep really good records of everything. I learned that the hard way when they audited my claim six months later and wanted to see all my business expenses and client contracts.
I went through this exact situation about 8 months ago when my freelance writing business took a hit. For the application, I used my business name as the employer since I operated as an LLC. The most important thing is consistency - whatever you put on your Schedule C for net earnings, use that same figure. Don't overthink the wage section, just break down your annual net income into weekly amounts. One tip: when they ask about "reason for unemployment," I put "lack of work/clients" rather than trying to explain the whole business situation. The system understood that better. Also, be prepared for them to ask for your business license or EIN documentation if you have one. Good luck!
This is really helpful! Quick question about the weekly amount calculation - do I just divide my annual net income by 52 weeks, or is there a different way NYS wants me to break it down? I'm worried about getting the math wrong and having issues later.
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been using chime for my UI payments since i lost my job in march, works perfectly fine!! no issues at all and like someone said you sometimes get paid early which is nice when bills are due
Good to know! I'm definitely going to make the switch then. Thanks everyone!
Just be careful with any online bank and unemployment. I had issues with another online bank where they flagged large deposits as suspicious and froze my account for a week. Made sure to call Chime first to let them know I'd be getting regular unemployment deposits before I switched over.
That's actually good advice. Better safe than sorry when it comes to your unemployment money getting delayed.
@Zainab Ibrahim That s'really smart thinking! Did you just call their customer service line to give them a heads up? I want to make sure I do this right when I switch over to avoid any account freezes.
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If you accidentally don't report income, contact the NYS Department of Labor immediately to correct it. Small oversights can usually be fixed without penalties if you're proactive about it. The key is being honest and transparent with all your reporting. Also remember you have appeal rights if any decisions don't seem correct.
@Ryan Kim - One more thing that might help ease your stress: you can actually start your claim online immediately at labor.ny.gov, don't wait! The sooner you file, the sooner your benefit year starts. Also, keep every document related to your job loss (termination letter, final paystub, etc.) because you might need them during the process. The first few weeks can feel overwhelming but once you get into the routine of weekly certification it becomes much easier. You've got this!
Elijah Knight
I went through this exact same situation a few months ago! The key is to report it BEFORE your first day of work if possible. I called the NYS Department of Labor the Friday before I started my new job on Monday, and they were really helpful about walking me through the process. They'll ask for your exact start date and make sure your benefits stop at the right time. Don't worry too much - as long as you're proactive about reporting it, you'll be fine. The worst thing you can do is keep filing weekly claims after you start working. Congrats on the new job!
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Lucy Lam
•Thanks for sharing your experience! That's really helpful to know that calling on Friday before starting Monday worked well for you. I'm definitely going to be proactive about this - I'd rather spend a few minutes reporting it properly than deal with overpayment issues later. It's reassuring to hear from people who've actually been through this process successfully. The timing aspect seems to be the most important thing based on everyone's responses here.
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Kennedy Morrison
I just went through this exact process two weeks ago! Definitely report it immediately - I used the my.ny.gov portal to report my return to work the day I got my job offer, even before my actual start date. The online system is pretty straightforward - there's a "Report Return to Work" section where you just enter your employer info and start date. The most important thing is to NOT file your weekly claim for any week you're working full-time. I was paranoid about messing it up too, but as long as you report it promptly and stop filing claims when you start working, you'll be fine. NYS Department of Labor actually prefers when people are proactive about reporting employment changes. Good luck with the new job!
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Ravi Patel
•This is exactly what I needed to hear! I was getting stressed about the timing but it sounds like reporting it right away when you get the offer (even before starting) is the smart move. I really appreciate everyone sharing their experiences here - it's so much more helpful than trying to navigate the NYS Department of Labor website alone. The "Report Return to Work" section on my.ny.gov sounds straightforward enough. I'm feeling much more confident about handling this properly now. Thanks for taking the time to share what worked for you!
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