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Just want to add that timing matters here too. Don't let too much time pass between when your disability ends and when you file for unemployment. There are specific timeframes you need to follow, and delays can affect your claim approval.
Logan Scott
I went through this exact situation about 8 months ago with a knee injury. The most important thing is that you absolutely cannot collect both disability and unemployment simultaneously - it's considered fraud. You need medical clearance stating you're able to work before you can file for UI benefits. What worked for me was getting a detailed letter from my doctor specifying exactly what I could and couldn't do (like no lifting over 20 lbs, no standing for more than 2 hours, etc.). Then when my employer couldn't accommodate those restrictions, I was able to file for unemployment. Just make sure you keep all your medical documentation organized because NYS Department of Labor will likely request it during the review process.
StarStrider
•This is exactly the kind of detailed advice I was looking for! Thank you for sharing your experience. Did you have any issues with the timing between when your disability ended and when you filed for unemployment? I'm worried about any gaps in coverage while I'm waiting for my doctor to clear me for work.
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Everyone blaming the unemployed when the real problem is how CONFUSING they make the whole tax system on purpose!! 😤
Pedro Sawyer
•big facts. they could send clear instructions but noooo, gotta make it impossible to understand so they can collect penalties
Same thing happened to me! Got hit with a $920 bill for my 2021 benefits. I was SO confused because I swear the news made it sound like ALL unemployment was tax-free during the pandemic. Turns out it was just 2020. I ended up calling the tax department (took forever to get through) and they confirmed it's legit. The agent told me they've been getting hundreds of calls about this exact issue. I'm doing a payment plan now - $85/month for 12 months. Still sucks but at least it's manageable. Don't ignore it though, the penalties add up fast!
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StarStrider
Thank you all so much for the help! I can finally relax a bit knowing those fields are normal and don't mean I'll automatically owe something. I'll keep certifying weekly and I took screenshots of everything just in case. I really appreciate everyone taking the time to explain this!
I went through the exact same panic when I filed my claim a few months ago! Those overpayment and penalty fields showing $0 had me convinced I was already in trouble before I even got my first payment. But everyone here is absolutely right - it's just how the system is built. Think of it like having empty boxes labeled "parking tickets" and "late fees" on your dashboard even when you've never gotten a ticket. The boxes exist in case they're needed, but empty boxes don't mean you're getting a ticket! Keep doing what you're doing with the weekly certifications and you'll be fine.
Lim Wong
•That's such a perfect analogy with the parking tickets and late fees! It really does help put it in perspective. I'm glad I'm not the only one who had that initial panic reaction - the way those fields are presented really does make it seem ominous at first glance. Thanks for sharing your experience, it's reassuring to know others went through the same worry and everything turned out fine.
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Glad you were able to find the information! I'd recommend communicating with your landlord in writing (email or certified letter) about this discovery, so you have documentation of informing them. If they're uncooperative, contact the Legal Aid Society or Housing Court Answers for free legal assistance with addressing the situation.
Rita Jacobs
Wow, this whole thread has been so educational! I'm dealing with a similar situation in Queens where my landlord keeps saying he never received any rental assistance payments, but I'm pretty sure I remember getting some kind of notification months ago. Reading through everyone's experiences here, it sounds like checking the ERAP portal should be my first step. It's really frustrating how common this seems to be - landlords either not being transparent about receiving assistance or in some cases apparently trying to collect twice. Thanks to everyone who shared resources and phone numbers, I'm definitely going to start making some calls tomorrow!
Zoe Stavros
The whole NYS Department of Labor system is a joke anyway. They make it SO complicated to figure out your benefits and then half the time the website doesn't even work when you try to file your weekly claim. And don't even get me started on how long adjudication takes when they decide to review your case for no reason...
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Jamal Harris
•totally agree the system is frustrating but at least the benefits help pay bills while job hunting
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Amina Sy
I just went through this process myself a few months ago. @Aisha Mahmood your calculation sounds about right - with $18/hour retail work you'll probably get somewhere in the $300-350 range weekly. One thing that really helped me was creating a spreadsheet to track everything - my weekly certifications, job search activities, and benefit payments. Also make sure you file your first weekly certification right away even if you haven't received your monetary determination yet, otherwise you could lose that first week of benefits. The whole process is definitely confusing at first but once you get into the routine it becomes more manageable.
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Luca Romano
•@Amina Sy That s'really helpful advice about filing the weekly certification right away! I had no idea you could lose that first week if you wait. The spreadsheet idea is great too - I m'definitely going to set that up to stay organized. Did you find the job search activity requirements hard to meet each week? I m'worried about finding enough legitimate activities to document while I m'still learning what s'out there.
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