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The unemployment system is so broken honestly. They make you jump through hoops even when you have legitimate reasons for missing work. Like what are you supposed to do, abandon your sick child to keep a minimum wage job? But definitely apply - document everything and fight it if they deny you initially.
Exactly! The system expects perfect attendance even when life happens. It's ridiculous.
I work in HR and deal with unemployment claims regularly. From what you described, you have a decent chance of getting approved. NYS Department of Labor will consider whether your employer had a clear attendance policy that you were aware of, and more importantly, whether your absences were due to circumstances beyond your reasonable control. Car trouble and child illness are typically considered valid reasons. When you file, be completely honest about the attendance issues but emphasize the legitimate reasons. Also, if your employer contests the claim, you'll have a chance to present your side during the hearing process. Don't let the termination discourage you from applying - you've paid into the system and deserve a fair review.
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Wait so does higher unemployment mean I'm more likely to get denied? I'm worried because I quit my job due to unsafe working conditions and I've heard mixed things about whether that qualifies.
Your approval depends on your specific circumstances, not overall unemployment rates. Quitting for unsafe conditions can qualify if you documented the issues properly and tried to resolve them first.
Don't let economic rumors delay your filing! I work in HR and see this confusion all the time. Your unemployment benefits are calculated based on YOUR earnings history over the past 18 months, not current unemployment rates. The key dates that matter are: when you became unemployed (your "benefit year begin date") and when you file your claim. Every week you delay filing is a week of potential benefits you can't get back. The NY system doesn't care if 100 people file or 100,000 people file - your eligibility is determined by your individual work record and separation circumstances. File today at labor.ny.gov!
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I'm going through the same situation right now! Just switched from my regular bank to PayPal for unemployment deposits and it's been 2 days past my usual deposit time. Reading through these comments is really reassuring - sounds like the first payment after switching always takes longer. Has anyone noticed if PayPal sends notifications when the deposit hits, or do you just have to keep checking your balance?
PayPal does send push notifications when deposits hit if you have them enabled in the app! I get a notification that says something like "You received $XXX from NY STATE LABOR" and it shows up immediately in my activity feed. You can also set up email notifications in your PayPal settings if you prefer that. Much easier than constantly checking your balance - I learned that the hard way during my first week after switching!
Just wanted to add my experience for anyone else who might be switching - I went from Chase to PayPal about 6 months ago and had the same delay for the first payment (came Wednesday morning instead of my usual Monday). But now I actually prefer PayPal because I can instantly transfer to my bank account if needed, whereas with Chase I had to wait for business hours. The PayPal mobile app also makes it super easy to track when deposits hit. Don't panic if your first payment is late - it'll normalize after that!
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ugh the whole system is so frustrating!! they make it impossible to get benefits even when you legitimately need them. i know people who got denied for the stupidest reasons
The rules exist for a reason though. The system has to prevent fraud while helping people who genuinely lost their jobs through no fault of their own.
Before you quit, definitely document everything you can about the toxic behavior - save any inappropriate emails, texts, or messages from your manager. Write down dates, times, and details of incidents with witnesses present if possible. Also check if your company has an employee handbook that outlines policies about workplace conduct - violations of their own policies can strengthen your case for "good cause" if you do end up quitting. The key is showing you tried to resolve it through proper channels first and that the situation was genuinely intolerable.
Sofia Rodriguez
make sure u print EVERYTHING and keep copies. they love to say they never got docs even when u upload them online
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Dmitry Ivanov
•THIS!!!! happened to me twice already smh
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Lola Perez
Hey! I went through this exact same thing a few months ago. First thing - don't panic! You definitely have options. Like others said, you have 30 days to appeal from the denial date, so check that date ASAP. Before you appeal though, try to figure out exactly WHY they denied you. Log into your account and look for the determination letter - it should spell out the specific reason. Sometimes it's something simple like missing wage info that you can easily fix. Pro tip: if you can't get through on the phone (and let's be real, who can?), try calling right at 8am when they open or use one of those callback services people mentioned. Also keep certifying weekly even during the appeal process! What industry were you working in? Sometimes there are specific rules that apply. Happy to help troubleshoot if you want to share more details about your situation 👍
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