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wait so if your boss cuts your hours you can still get unemployment?? I thought you had to be fired or laid off
Yes, if the hour reduction is substantial enough it can qualify as constructive dismissal. Generally needs to be a significant decrease that would force a reasonable person to quit.
Make sure to submit your appeal within the 30-day deadline - that's crucial! Also request a hearing if you want to present your case in person. In your letter, be very clear about the timeline of events leading up to your "quit" - when did the hour reduction happen, what exactly did your boss say, and how long were you expected to work just 8 hours per week. The key is showing that no reasonable person could continue working under those conditions. Keep a copy of everything you send for your records.
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Getting through to NYS Department of Labor to ask questions about this kind of situation can be really frustrating with their phone lines always busy. I had luck using a service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that helped me get connected to an actual agent when I had a complex situation like this. They have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI that shows how it works. Made it so much easier to get my questions answered directly.
I'll check that out because I've been trying to call for days and keep getting disconnected. Thanks for the tip!
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The system is honestly pretty straightforward once you get started. Just be prepared for the initial claim to take a week or two to process, and your first payment might be delayed while they verify everything. Don't panic if it's not instant - that's normal.
Hey Connor! I was in a similar situation when I got laid off from my first job. One thing that really helped me was having all my documents organized before starting the application. Make sure you have your Social Security card, driver's license, and any employment documents handy. Also, try to apply as soon as possible - there's usually a waiting period before benefits start, so the sooner you file, the better. The my.ny.gov website can be a bit overwhelming at first, but just take it step by step. Don't worry if you make mistakes on your first try - you can always call or reapply if needed. You've got this!
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ugh the whole system is so frustrating... they make you jump through hoops even when employers fire people unfairly. I've been trying to get through to someone at NYS Department of Labor for weeks about my own case
If you're having trouble reaching NYS Department of Labor by phone, I recently found this service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that helped me get through to an actual agent. They have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI showing how it works. Saved me hours of calling and getting disconnected.
Don't give up! I thought for sure I'd be denied because my boss claimed I was insubordinate but NYS Department of Labor saw through their BS. The adjudication took about 3 weeks but I got approved. Make sure you provide your side of the story when they contact you for the fact-finding interview.
They haven't contacted me for an interview yet - should I be worried? It's been about 10 days since I filed.
Hassan Khoury
Wait, is REA the same thing as the WorkForce1 requirements? I'm getting so many different letters and appointments I can't keep track of what's what anymore.
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Aidan Hudson
•No, WorkForce1 and REA are separate programs. WorkForce1 is about career center services, REA is specifically the assessment program for unemployment claimants. You might end up participating in both.
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Liam McConnell
I just got my REA notice yesterday and was panicking about what to expect. This thread is super helpful! @Lucy, to answer your question about advance notice - I got about 10 days notice for my appointment, so it wasn't last minute. They sent both a physical letter and an email. The letter had pretty clear instructions about what to bring (work search log, resume, etc.). Sounds like it's actually worth taking seriously based on what everyone's saying here.
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