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The whole system is designed to confuse people and make them give up on benefits they've earned! I've been dealing with NYS Department of Labor for months and they keep changing the rules or giving different answers depending on who you talk to. 26 weeks, 104 days, partial this, partial that - it's all bureaucratic nonsense designed to save them money at our expense.
I feel your frustration but the rules are actually pretty consistent once you understand them. The confusion usually comes from mixing up different benefit programs or not understanding how partial benefits work.
just went through this myself. its 26 weeks max, no extensions right now that i know of. make sure ur doing the job search requirements too or they'll cut u off
What are the current job search requirements? I thought since I'm still working part-time I might be exempt from those.
You still need to do job search activities even on partial benefits, unless you have standby status with your employer. Check your claim status on the NYS Department of Labor website to see what specific requirements apply to your situation.
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The whole system is messed up honestly. These small businesses get squeezed by wage mandates then workers like us get thrown under the bus. At least unemployment exists but the NYS Department of Labor makes it unnecessarily complicated to apply. Make sure you document EVERYTHING about your job loss because they'll question every detail.
What kind of documentation should I keep? I have my final paystub and the termination notice from my manager.
File your claim immediately - don't wait! You can apply online through my.ny.gov and the process is pretty straightforward. The minimum wage amount doesn't matter for eligibility, only that you worked and earned wages. Since your employer cited financial reasons rather than performance issues, you should have a smooth approval process. Just be honest about the circumstances and keep records of your job search activities since you'll need to certify weekly that you're looking for work.
Thanks for the advice! I'll start the application tonight. Do I need to wait until my final paycheck clears or can I file right away?
File right away - there's usually a waiting week anyway. Your final pay date will be part of the application but don't delay filing.
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Direct deposit has been available the whole time, but a lot of people get automatically enrolled in the debit card program and don't realize they can switch. Some accounts have restrictions though - if you have any overpayment issues or your claim is under review they might lock you into the debit card temporarily.
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I had SO much trouble getting through to NYS Department of Labor when my claim got stuck in adjudication for weeks. Calling their phone number was impossible - always busy or I'd get disconnected after waiting an hour. Finally found this service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that actually got me through to a real person at NYS Department of Labor. They have a video demo showing how it works: https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI. Saved me so much stress and got my claim moving again.
That sounds too good to be true - how much does something like that cost?
I was skeptical too but it actually worked. They don't mention pricing upfront but honestly it was worth it to finally talk to someone who could explain what was happening with my claim.
The NYS Department of Labor system is such a nightmare honestly. They make it so hard to get benefits even when you deserve them. I got fired from my last job for 'attendance issues' which was total BS and had to fight for months to get my benefits. Good luck dealing with their bureaucracy.
I feel you on the frustration but don't let that discourage you from filing. The system works for most people, just takes patience.
NeonNova
This whole situation is so frustrating!! The economy is clearly in bad shape but they're not doing anything to help people who can't find work. I've applied to over 200 jobs and gotten maybe 5 interviews. How are we supposed to survive on just 26 weeks when there are NO JOBS out there?
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Yuki Tanaka
•I feel you, it's really tough out there right now. Are you making sure to log all your job search activities? NYS Department of Labor requires documentation of your search efforts.
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Carmen Diaz
Keep in mind that even during recessions, you still need to meet all the regular requirements - filing weekly claims, documenting job searches, being available for work. The economic conditions don't change those basic UI rules. Make sure you're staying compliant while waiting to see if any extensions become available.
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