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I'm so sorry you're going through this stress - the physical symptoms from unemployment anxiety are real and brutal. I went through something similar last year when they denied my claim despite having clear W-2s showing I earned $5,400 in my base period. What finally worked for me was getting super organized with my documentation and being extremely persistent. A few things that helped: 1) I calculated my own base period earnings quarter by quarter and made a simple spreadsheet showing exactly what I earned when, 2) I sent everything certified mail so they couldn't claim they "lost" my documents again, and 3) I kept detailed notes of every phone call including agent names and ID numbers. The hearing request someone mentioned above is crucial - even if your reconsideration goes through, having that hearing request on file puts legal pressure on them to actually review your case properly instead of just rubber-stamping another denial. Stay strong and don't let them wear you down. You earned those benefits and deserve them. The system is broken but you can still win if you're persistent and organized. 💪
This is such helpful advice, thank you! I'm definitely going to create that spreadsheet - having everything organized in one place will make it so much easier when I talk to agents. The certified mail tip is genius too, I never thought about them claiming they "lost" documents but that makes total sense given how this system operates. Really appreciate you sharing what worked for you! 🙏
Mason, I'm so sorry you're dealing with this mess. The same thing happened to me - they "miscalculated" my earnings and denied me even though I had clear paystubs showing I made over $4,000 in my base period. The stress is absolutely horrible and I totally get the physical symptoms you're experiencing. What finally got mine resolved was using a combination of approaches: I filed both a Request for Reconsideration AND a Request for Hearing at the same time (like others mentioned), but what really made the difference was using claimyr.com to actually get through to a specialist who could fix it in real time. I was skeptical at first but after 3 weeks of getting nowhere with regular calls, I got a callback in about 45 minutes and the agent corrected my wage calculation during the call. My payments started within 4 days. Document everything you're doing - every call, every form you send, every interaction. Send your reconsideration documents certified mail so they can't claim they lost them again. And don't let them gaslight you - you KNOW what you earned, and you have the paystubs to prove it. You're going to get through this. The system is designed to make you give up, but you have rights and you've earned those benefits. Stay strong! 💪
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I'm on my third unemployment claim in 5 years due to company closures and layoffs. Never had any issues with NYS Department of Labor questioning the frequency. As long as you lost your job through no fault of your own and meet the work/wage requirements, you're good to file.
Your coworker might have been thinking of the requalification requirements rather than a waiting period between claims. In NY, if you received benefits and then returned to work but didn't earn enough to establish a new benefit year, you might have to wait. But since you've been working full-time for 18 months, you should have more than enough earnings to qualify for a fresh claim. The key is having sufficient wages in your base period - and with steady full-time work, that shouldn't be an issue. Good luck with your claim!
This is really helpful clarification! I was getting confused about the requalification vs waiting period thing too. Since I've been working steadily at the warehouse for over a year, it sounds like I should definitely have enough wages in my base period. Thanks for breaking that down - it makes me feel much more confident about filing when my layoff happens.
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Make sure you understand the job search requirements too. Even as a PRN employee receiving partial benefits, you'll need to complete job search activities unless you're on standby status. Document everything in case NYS Department of Labor requests verification during your claim.
As someone who just went through this process, I can confirm that PRN employees can definitely file for unemployment in NY! The key is documenting your work history well. I kept a spreadsheet of all my shifts for 6 months before filing, which made it much easier to show the reduction in hours. One tip - when you file online, there's a section where you can explain your employment situation. Be clear that you're PRN and describe how your hours were reduced due to circumstances beyond your control. The system is designed to handle these situations, even though it's not always obvious how to navigate it.
This is super helpful, thank you! I'm also a PRN worker dealing with reduced hours. Quick question - when you mentioned keeping a spreadsheet of shifts, did you include the shifts that got cancelled too? I've had so many last-minute cancellations lately and I'm wondering if those count as evidence of the hour reduction.
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UGH the whole system is so slow and frustrating!! I've been waiting 8 weeks for my determination and I'm about to lose my apartment. Why does everything with NYS Department of Labor take FOREVER?? This is supposed to be emergency assistance but by the time they approve anything you're already homeless!
I feel you on the frustration. The wait times are really rough when you're dealing with bills and rent.
I'm going through something similar right now - submitted my claim 5 weeks ago after my company had layoffs and still waiting on determination. From what I've researched, NYS Department of Labor is dealing with high volume right now which is causing delays. One thing that helped me was creating an online account on their website to track my claim status more easily. You can also submit additional documentation there if needed. I've been keeping detailed records of all my job search activities just in case they ask for them later. Hang in there - the waiting is definitely stressful but it sounds like your case should be straightforward since you have the store closure documentation.
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For someone making $52k annually, you're probably looking at around $400-500 per week if your earnings were spread evenly across quarters. The key thing to remember is that NYS Department of Labor uses calendar quarters, not rolling quarters. So if you're filing in May 2025, your base period would be Q1 2024 through Q4 2024. Make sure you have all your pay stubs or W-2s handy when you file because they'll verify your wages. The online application will walk you through it but having your earnings breakdown by quarter beforehand really helps speed up the process.
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Luca Russo
•This is really practical advice! I hadn't thought about organizing my pay stubs by calendar quarter beforehand. Since I've been consistently employed, my earnings should be pretty evenly distributed across those quarters. It sounds like I should be in that $400-500 range you mentioned, which would be really helpful. Thanks for the tip about having the documentation ready - I'll gather everything before I start the application process.
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One thing that helped me when I was calculating my potential benefits was using the NYS Department of Labor's online benefit calculator tool if you can find it, but honestly their website navigation is terrible. Another tip - if you had any periods of reduced hours or partial unemployment in your base period, that can actually work in your favor since they'll still count those wages toward your highest quarter. Also keep in mind that if you're filing now in May 2025, make sure you know exactly when your last day of work was because that determines which quarters count as your base period. The timing can make a difference of hundreds of dollars depending on whether your most recent high-earning quarter gets included or not.
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Noah Ali
•This is really helpful information about the timing aspect! I hadn't considered how the exact date of my last day of work could affect which quarters are included in my base period. Since I'm still employed but planning ahead, I'll need to be strategic about when I actually file if I do end up needing unemployment benefits. The point about reduced hours still counting toward the highest quarter is interesting too - that could help people who had some temporary cutbacks but stayed employed. Do you happen to know if there's a specific day of the month that's better to file to maximize which quarters get included?
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