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Salim Nasir

When can you not collect unemployment - NYS Department of Labor disqualification reasons?

I'm trying to understand all the situations where NYS Department of Labor will deny or disqualify you from unemployment benefits. My friend got denied and I want to make sure I don't make the same mistakes when I file next month. I know you can't get benefits if you quit without good cause, but what are all the other reasons? Like what about if you get fired for attendance issues or if you refuse a job offer? I've heard there are also work search requirements that can disqualify you. Can someone break down all the ways you can be ineligible for UI benefits in New York?

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That's interesting, I didn't know services like that existed. Might be worth it since I can never get through on the phone.

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one more thing - if you worked in multiple states you might have issues with which state to file in. has to be the state where you worked most recently or earned the most wages. filing in the wrong state can mess everything up

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Evelyn Xu

Quit my job at retail store - am I eligible for unemployment benefits in New York?

I just quit my job at a big box store after working there for 8 months. My manager was making the workplace really hostile and I couldn't take it anymore. Now I'm wondering if I can still file for unemployment benefits since I technically quit instead of getting fired. Does anyone know if quitting automatically disqualifies you from NYS Department of Labor benefits? I really need the income while I look for something else.

ugh the unemployment system is so messed up... they make you jump through hoops even when you have legitimate reasons for leaving a toxic job. hopefully they approve your claim but be prepared for it to take forever

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You should still file your claim right away even if you're not sure. The worst they can do is deny it, and then you can appeal if you have good documentation of the hostile work environment.

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Good point, I'll file today. Better to try than not try at all.

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Aisha Hussain

What does unemployment cost the employer when filing NYS Department of Labor claim?

My boss is making it seem like me filing for unemployment is going to bankrupt the company or something. He keeps saying how much it's going to 'cost him' when I submit my NYS Department of Labor claim. Is this actually true? I got laid off due to budget cuts but now he's acting like I'm personally attacking him by filing. Can someone explain what the actual costs are to employers when someone files for unemployment benefits? I don't want to feel guilty about something I'm entitled to.

just file your claim already. employers pay unemployment insurance for a reason. if they didnt want to deal with claims they shouldnt hire people. its not your problem what it costs them

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I think the psychological impact on employers is often worse than the financial impact. They see it as a mark against their business even though layoffs happen for legitimate reasons. The actual dollar cost to them is usually pretty minimal compared to other business expenses.

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Hiroshi Nakamura

NYS Department of Labor substitute teacher pay affecting my unemployment benefits - what is sub pay policy?

I've been collecting unemployment since last September when my full-time teaching position was eliminated due to budget cuts. I recently started doing some substitute teaching work and I'm really confused about how this affects my benefits. The district pays me through their regular payroll system but it's only when I actually work. Some weeks I get called in 2-3 days, other weeks nothing. My question is what is sub pay considered for unemployment purposes? Do I report each day I work separately or wait until I get the actual paycheck? The amounts vary wildly - sometimes $180 for a full day, sometimes just $90 for a half day. I've been reporting it when I work but my weekly benefit amount keeps changing and I'm worried I'm doing something wrong. Has anyone else dealt with substitute pay while on unemployment?

Wait I'm confused - are you reporting the gross amount you earn or after taxes? And what if you work a half day but get paid for planning time too?

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Report the gross amount before any deductions. If you're paid for planning time, that counts as part of your total earnings for that day. The key is reporting all compensation received for work performed during each weekly claim period.

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Dana Doyle

Why would I get denied unemployment benefits from NYS Department of Labor?

I'm really worried about my unemployment claim getting denied and I want to know what could cause this to happen. I was laid off from my restaurant job last month due to slow business and filed my claim right away. Everything seemed to go smoothly when I submitted it online through my.ny.gov but now I'm seeing all these stories about people getting denied and I'm starting to panic. What are the main reasons NYS Department of Labor denies unemployment claims? I reported everything honestly when I filed - my last day of work, my wages, why I was separated. But I keep reading about people getting surprise denials weeks later. Should I be preparing for something or doing anything differently with my weekly claims? I really need these benefits to survive until I find another job.

THE SYSTEM IS RIGGED ANYWAY!! They deny people for the stupidest reasons just to save money. I know someone who got denied because they marked the wrong box on ONE weekly claim. ONE BOX! And then it took months to appeal and get it fixed. Meanwhile they're supposed to survive on what?? Nothing??

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While the system definitely has flaws, most denials do have legitimate reasons behind them. The key is understanding the requirements upfront and being very careful with your weekly certifications. Small mistakes can cause big problems unfortunately.

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same worry here, filed last week and checking my account obsessively lol. at least we're all in this together!

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