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The financial stress ripples into everything - relationships, health, self-esteem. I started having panic attacks about money which I'd never experienced before unemployment. Had to learn budgeting skills I never needed when I had steady income.
Just to add - if you're getting regular UI benefits, you can have federal and state taxes withheld. But if you're on any other programs like standby or partial benefits, the withholding options might be different. Best to check with an agent to make sure you're set up correctly.
my friend filed unemployment and her old job didn't even contest it. i think most places just accept it unless they think you were fired for misconduct or something. the whole tax thing is calculated yearly anyway so its not like they get a bill the next day
File your claim! That's what the system is for. Your employer has been paying UI taxes all along specifically to cover situations like this. If you were laid off legitimately, there shouldn't be any drama. NYS Department of Labor handles everything and your employer just responds to their inquiry if they want to contest it.
THE 26 WEEKS IS A JOKE!! I burned through mine in 2023 and STILL couldn't find anything decent in my field. The NYS Department of Labor acts like 6 months is plenty of time but try finding a good job when you're over 50! And don't get me started on their stupid job search requirements - half the jobs posted online are fake anyway but you still have to apply to meet their quotas.
Yara Nassar
Don't forget about the work search requirements! You need to make at least 3 work search contacts per week and keep detailed records. NYS Department of Labor can audit your job search log at any time. This includes applying for jobs, contacting employers directly, attending job fairs, or networking activities. Missing this requirement can get your benefits stopped.
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Keisha Robinson
basically if youre not working full time and its not your fault you probably qualify. just make sure you file your weekly claims on time and report any work you do
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