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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?

Laila Fury

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Salim Nasir

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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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Kevin Bell

Fired for poor performance - can I still get NYS Department of Labor unemployment benefits?

Just got terminated yesterday from my job at a marketing firm after 8 months. My supervisor said it was due to poor performance and not meeting quarterly targets. I'm honestly shocked because I thought I was doing okay and never got any formal warnings or write-ups. Now I'm wondering if I can even file for unemployment benefits since I was fired for poor performance? Does NYS Department of Labor consider this misconduct? I really need these benefits to pay rent while I look for another job. Has anyone been in a similar situation?

Max Reyes

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Kevin Bell

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Thanks for the tip! I'll keep that in mind if I have trouble reaching them. Hopefully the online filing process goes smoothly.

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Felix Grigori

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never heard of that service but honestly anything that helps you actually talk to someone at NYS Department of Labor sounds worth it

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Aisha Jackson

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Just want to add that you should file ASAP even if you're not sure you qualify. There's a waiting period anyway, and if you wait too long you might miss out on benefits you're entitled to. Better to apply and get denied than not apply 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.

Zoe Dimitriou

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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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QuantumQuest

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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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Abigail Patel

NYS Department of Labor unemployment insurance - who pays unemployment insurance and how does it work?

I'm confused about who actually pays for unemployment benefits in New York. My coworker said employers pay into the system but I thought it came from taxes? I'm about to file my first claim after getting laid off from my retail job and want to understand where the money comes from. Does this affect my eligibility somehow? Also wondering if there's a limit to how much the system pays out total.

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Abigail Patel

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Thanks, I'll check that out if I run into problems filing my claim!

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Been paying into this system for 15 years as a small business owner and the rates keep going up. At least now I understand why - supporting people like you when they need it most. Good luck with your claim!

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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?

Emma Johnson

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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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