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honestly employers shouldn't be able to contest claims unless there's actual misconduct involved... like if someone just gets laid off due to budget cuts why should the company be able to fight it
I totally agree! It seems like the system should distinguish between layoffs/downsizing versus situations where there's actual employee misconduct. When companies are just trying to save money on their UI tax rates by disputing legitimate claims, it just makes an already stressful situation even worse for people who are already out of work through no fault of their own.
Just went through this process myself a few months ago. My employer definitely tried to claim I was fired for performance issues when I was actually part of a reduction in force. The good news is that NYS DOL investigators are pretty good at seeing through bogus employer responses - they asked for documentation that my company couldn't provide. The whole adjudication process took about 3 weeks but I eventually got approved and received back pay for the delayed period. Don't let employer pushback discourage you from filing if you're legitimately entitled to benefits.
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Just went through this myself. Had to stop my unemployment when my disability got approved. Make sure you understand the timeline because there can be gaps in payments when you're switching between programs.
I'm dealing with a similar situation right now. My advice is to be really careful about the timing if you're thinking about applying for SSI while on unemployment. When you apply for SSI, you're essentially saying you can't work due to disability, but with unemployment you're certifying weekly that you're able and available for work. These statements contradict each other. I'd recommend talking to someone at the Social Security office first to understand how an SSI application might affect your current unemployment benefits before you file anything. Don't want you to lose your current income while waiting months for an SSI decision.
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just file already!! the worst they can do is say no and then you know for sure. i filed when i wasn't even sure if i qualified and it worked out fine. you have to be unemployed or underemployed and actively looking for work, that's basically it
I guess you're right, I'm probably overthinking this. Better to apply and find out than keep wondering.
I went through something similar when my manufacturing job cut my hours from 40 to 15 per week. The key thing is to file as soon as possible because there's a waiting period before benefits start. For partial unemployment in NY, you can earn up to a certain amount (I think it's around $504 per week) before it affects your benefits. You report your earnings each week when you certify, and they calculate your partial payment. The system is actually pretty straightforward once you get started - don't let the website intimidate you. Just make sure you have all your employer information ready and your Social Security card when you file. The sooner you start the process, the sooner you'll know exactly what you qualify for.
This is really helpful! I didn't realize there was a waiting period - how long is that usually? And do you know if the $504 threshold changes each year or is that pretty consistent? I'm definitely going to file this week, I think I've been overthinking it way too much.
The waiting period is usually one week after you file your initial claim, but it can vary depending on when you file and how quickly they process it. As for the $504 threshold, that amount does get adjusted periodically - I'd recommend checking the current partial benefit calculator on the ny.gov website to get the most up-to-date numbers. You're absolutely right about overthinking it though! I waited almost a month before filing because I was worried about doing something wrong, and I could have been getting help that whole time. The application process is actually much more straightforward than the website makes it seem.
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Just make sure you keep up with the job search requirements too! You need to document your job search activities or they can cut off your benefits even if you have weeks left.
Based on what others have shared, 26 weeks seems to be the standard maximum for NY state unemployment. I'm curious though - has anyone here had experience with the job search requirements that Freya mentioned? I want to make sure I'm documenting everything correctly from the start so I don't run into issues later. What exactly do they require you to track?
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Omar Farouk
•Thanks for the suggestion! I might try that if I can't get clear answers through the normal channels.
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Zara Shah
The whole system is so confusing! I'm dealing with partial disability and trying to work part time and nobody can give me straight answers about what I need to report and when.
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Emma Davis
•I totally understand the frustration! The key things to remember are: 1) Disability payments themselves don't count as wages for UI purposes, 2) You need medical clearance showing you can work (sounds like Omar has this), and 3) Keep detailed records of everything. The hardest part is often just getting someone knowledgeable on the phone to confirm your specific situation.
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