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Been through this twice with NYS Department of Labor and can confirm - no extra money for kids. But like someone else mentioned, definitely apply for other assistance programs. Also make sure you're claiming the child tax credit when you file taxes next year, that can be a decent chunk of money.
I'm in a similar situation - just started my unemployment claim after being laid off and I have two young kids. While it's disappointing that NY doesn't provide dependency allowances like some other states, I did want to mention that you should make sure you're calculating your benefits based on your highest earning quarter. When I filed, I initially missed that detail and thought my benefit amount would be lower than it actually was. Also, if you were working part-time or had irregular hours because of childcare responsibilities, that might affect your base period calculation. It's worth double-checking all your wage information when you file to make sure they have everything correct.
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wait so they can just take back your approval like that?? I thought once you were approved that was final
No, they can't just "take back" your approval without due process. The initial approval means you met the basic eligibility requirements, but employers have a legal right to appeal within 30 days if they disagree with the decision. During the appeal process, you'll continue receiving benefits unless there's evidence of fraud. The appeal hearing gives both sides a chance to present their case, and then an administrative law judge makes the final decision. So while it's stressful, you're not defenseless in this process.
Just went through this exact situation 3 months ago. My restaurant also tried to appeal after I was approved for benefits following a layoff. The key thing is to stay calm and gather your evidence. I collected my work schedule showing reduced hours before the layoff, text messages from my manager about the business slowdown, and even got a coworker to be a witness. The hearing was actually pretty straightforward - they asked basic questions about why I left and what led to the separation. My employer couldn't prove I did anything wrong, so I won the appeal. The whole process took about 6 weeks from appeal notice to final decision, and like others said, I kept getting my weekly benefits the entire time. Just make sure you keep filing your weekly claims even during the appeal.
This is really helpful to hear from someone who just went through the same thing! I work in restaurants too so the situation sounds very similar. Did you have any trouble getting your coworker to agree to be a witness? I'm worried about asking my friend who still works there since they might not want to get involved and risk their own job.
I totally understand your concern about asking your coworker to be a witness - that's a tough spot when they still work there. In my case, I was lucky because the coworker had already put in their two weeks notice for another job, so they weren't worried about retaliation. But honestly, even without a witness, I think I still would have won because the documentation was pretty strong. The text messages from my manager and the schedule showing my hours getting cut were really the key evidence. If you can't get a witness, focus on gathering any written proof you have - emails, texts, schedules, anything that shows the business was struggling or that you were laid off due to circumstances beyond your control. The burden is really on your employer to prove you shouldn't get benefits, not the other way around.
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One more important thing - make sure you understand the difference between gross and net earnings. NYS Department of Labor wants your gross earnings before taxes and deductions when you file your weekly claim. And remember, even if you earn too much to get benefits for a particular week, you're still maintaining your claim and using up one of your benefit weeks.
Thank you so much for all this info! I feel much more confident about taking the temp job now. I'll definitely report everything properly.
I went through something similar last year when I was on unemployment and picked up freelance work. One thing that helped me was creating a simple spreadsheet to track my weekly earnings and calculate what my benefit reduction would be before I filed each claim. That way I wasn't surprised by the amounts. Also, don't forget that if you work more than 3 days in a week, even if you're under the earnings threshold, it can still affect your benefits. The day limit is separate from the dollar limit, which nobody ever mentions. Good luck with the temp job!
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Make sure you're not using autofill for your password. I had issues where my browser was filling in an old password I had changed. Type it manually to be sure.
I'm dealing with the same login issues right now! I've tried everything - different browsers, clearing cache, typing password manually instead of autofill. The password reset emails aren't coming through either, even checked spam. This is so frustrating when you're trying to file your weekly claim on time. Has anyone tried calling during off-peak hours? Maybe early morning or late evening when fewer people are calling the NYS Department of Labor tech support line?
I tried calling early morning around 8 AM and still waited over an hour, but it was definitely better than calling midday. Another thing that worked for me was trying to log in from a completely different device - like if you've been using your computer, try your phone instead. Sometimes the NYS Department of Labor system has device-specific issues. Also double-check that caps lock isn't on when typing your password, that got me once!
Raul Neal
I went through this exact situation last year when I was in Thailand! The geoblocking is real and super annoying. Here's what worked for me: 1. First tried the email route (1099G@labor.ny.gov) but it took almost 4 weeks to get a response 2. Used ExpressVPN (has a 30-day money-back guarantee if you're worried about cost) - connected to a New York server and was able to log in immediately 3. Downloaded my 1099-G right from the portal in about 5 minutes Pro tip: Clear your browser cookies before trying to log in with the VPN, sometimes the site remembers your previous foreign location. Also make sure you're using an incognito/private browsing window. The VPN route is definitely legal since it's your own account and documents. Just remember to turn it off when you're done like someone else mentioned!
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Holly Lascelles
•This is super helpful, thank you! I'm definitely going to try the ExpressVPN approach since you had success with it. Quick question - when you say "New York server," do you mean I should specifically choose a server located in New York state, or would any US server work? I want to make sure I get this right the first time.
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Reginald Blackwell
I'm dealing with a similar situation right now! Currently in Japan and need my 1099-G. Based on what everyone's shared here, it sounds like there are a few solid options: 1. **VPN route** seems most reliable for immediate access - ExpressVPN or NordVPN both mentioned as user-friendly 2. **Claimyr service** for getting through phone lines faster - several people had success 3. **Email request** as backup but expect 3-4 week delays 4. **IRS extension** if all else fails One thing I'm curious about - has anyone tried accessing the NY.gov site during different hours? Sometimes government sites have less restrictive security during off-peak times. Might be worth trying to log in during US business hours (accounting for time zone differences) before going the VPN route. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences - this thread is super helpful for those of us stuck abroad!
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