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this whole system is ridiculous they want you to work but then penalize you for working too much its like they dont want people to get back on their feet
I understand the frustration, but the earnings limits are designed to provide a safety net while encouraging full-time employment. The goal is to transition people back to full-time work, not to supplement part-time income indefinitely.
I went through this exact same situation a few months ago! The "excessive earnings" determination can be really confusing at first. What helped me was calling the NYS DOL appeals line to get clarification on my specific case. They were able to explain that in my situation, I had miscalculated my allowable earnings for that week. Make sure you're also factoring in any deductions they allow - sometimes there are work-related expenses you can subtract from your gross earnings. Also, keep in mind that even if you have excessive earnings one week, it doesn't affect your future eligibility as long as you report everything correctly going forward. The key is being completely transparent about all income sources.
Thanks for sharing your experience! I didn't realize there might be work-related deductions I could claim. What kind of expenses are typically allowed? Also, when you called the appeals line, were you able to get through easily or did you have the same issue with busy phone lines that others have mentioned?
@Giovanni Rossi That s'really helpful about the work-related deductions! I had no idea those existed. For the appeals line, did you find a specific number that worked better than the main unemployment line? I ve'been trying to reach someone for over a week and I m'wondering if there s'a better time of day to call or a different department that might be less busy. Also curious about what documentation you needed when you called - did they ask for pay stubs or just verbal confirmation of your earnings?
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Just remember you'll get a 1099-G form in January showing all the unemployment income you received during the year. Make sure you include that when you file your taxes!
Great advice everyone! Just wanted to add that you can also estimate your tax liability using the IRS withholding calculator on their website. Since unemployment benefits are taxed as ordinary income, if you were in the 12% or 22% tax bracket at your previous job, the 10% withholding might not be enough. I usually recommend setting aside at least 15-20% to be safe, especially if you're also receiving benefits for state taxes in some situations.
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make sure u keep track of your payroll records from day 1. nys dept of labor will want quarterly reports and if ur missing documentation they can audit u. learned this the hard way when i forgot to file my first quarter report on time
Just want to add that when you register online, make sure you have your business formation documents ready too (like your Articles of Incorporation or LLC filing). They might ask for your NAICS code as well - for landscaping that's usually 561730. Also, once you get your unemployment insurance account number, you'll need to start filing quarterly wage reports even if you haven't hired anyone yet (you'd just report $0 wages). The deadlines are pretty strict so set up calendar reminders!
Thanks for mentioning the NAICS code! I hadn't even thought about that. Quick question - do you know if there's a grace period for the quarterly reports if you literally have zero employees and zero wages to report? Or do they expect those $0 reports filed right on time regardless?
@Val Rossi Unfortunately there s'no grace period - NYS expects those quarterly reports filed on time even if you re'reporting $0 wages. I learned this when I registered my consulting business but didn t'hire anyone for the first 6 months. Still had to file those zero-wage reports every quarter or face penalties. The due dates are usually the last day of the month following the end of each quarter so (April 30 for Q1, July 31 for Q2, etc. .)Better to be safe and file on time than deal with late fees!
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Document everything you can remember with specific dates, times, and witnesses. For hostile work environment claims, NYS DOL wants to see that the situation was "intolerable to a reasonable person." The age-related comments are particularly important - write down exactly what was said and when. Also gather any text messages, emails, or written schedules showing the constant changes. If you have any coworkers who witnessed the yelling or discriminatory comments, ask them to write brief statements. The fact that you complained to the district manager twice and have email proof shows you tried to resolve it internally, which strengthens your case significantly.
The age discrimination angle is really important here - those comments about the job being "too fast-paced for someone like you" could constitute age-based harassment under NY Human Rights Law. When you appeal, make sure to emphasize that this wasn't just general workplace conflict but targeted harassment based on your protected characteristic (age). Also, the constant schedule changes without notice could be seen as creating deliberately impossible working conditions. NYS DOL has been more receptive to constructive discharge cases lately, especially when there's evidence of discrimination. Since you have the emails to district management showing you tried to resolve it, that really helps establish you didn't just quit impulsively. Good luck with your appeal!
Diego Flores
I went through this whole mess last year and it was a nightmare. Uploaded everything three times before it finally worked. The system is just broken honestly
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Alejandro Castro
I just went through this process two weeks ago! For the documents, I uploaded my driver's license and Social Security card - both as phone photos worked fine as long as they were clear and well-lit. The key is making sure all edges of the documents are visible in the frame. It took exactly 7 business days from when I submitted to when my claim status updated. Pro tip: take the photos in good lighting and double-check they're not blurry before uploading. The system is pretty picky about image quality but once you get it right, it processes smoothly.
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Honorah King
•That's really helpful to know the timing - 7 business days gives me a better expectation! Did you have any issues with the lighting? I'm worried about shadows on my documents when taking photos.
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Brooklyn Foley
•@Honorah King For lighting, I found that taking the photos near a window during the day worked best - natural light is more even than overhead lighting. Just avoid direct sunlight which can create harsh shadows or glare. I also placed the documents on a dark colored surface like (a navy blue folder which) helped with contrast. If you re'still getting shadows, try moving the document around until you find a spot with even lighting before snapping the photo.
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