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Dylan Baskin

Should I file for unemployment right away after losing my job in NY?

Just got laid off yesterday from my warehouse job and wondering if I should file for unemployment benefits immediately or wait a bit. My supervisor said the layoff might only be temporary for 2-3 weeks but honestly I'm not sure if I believe that. I've never filed for unemployment before and don't really know how the process works with NYS Department of Labor. Should I start the claim right away even if there's a chance I might get called back? Also heard something about a waiting period - does that mean I won't get paid for the first week anyway?

The whole system is so frustrating! Filed my claim 2 months ago and STILL dealing with adjudication issues. NYS Department of Labor keeps asking for the same documents over and over. But yeah, file right away because the bureaucracy takes forever anyway.

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same boat, got laid off in december and filed same day. even if temporary just file because you never know

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Ravi Choudhury

NYS Department of Labor claim approved but worried AI will lead to unemployment again soon

Just got my NYS Department of Labor claim approved after being laid off from my data entry job last month. The company said they were 'restructuring' but I found out they're replacing most of us with some kind of AI software. I'm 38 and have been doing this work for 12 years. Now I'm wondering if I should even bother looking for similar jobs or if AI will just lead to more unemployment in my field. Has anyone else been laid off because of automation? What kind of jobs are actually safe from this stuff? I'm scared to use up my 26 weeks of benefits just to get laid off again when the next wave of AI hits.

honestly the whole system is screwed. they keep saying there are jobs available but half of them are probably going to be automated in the next few years anyway. what's the point of job searching if everything's going to robots?

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I understand the frustration, but focusing on adaptable skills is key. Healthcare, education, skilled maintenance - these sectors are actually expanding and need human workers. The job market is changing, not disappearing.

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My brother went through this exact thing last year at his manufacturing job. He ended up using his unemployment time to get certified as an HVAC technician and now makes more money than before. The key is not panicking and using the time wisely.

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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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Abigail Spencer

Can you apply for unemployment person - need help with NYS Department of Labor application process

Hey everyone, I'm really confused about the whole unemployment application thing. My job ended last week and I keep hearing people say 'can you apply for unemployment person' but I don't really understand what that means or how to actually do it through NYS Department of Labor. I went to the my.ny.gov website but there's so many forms and I don't know where to start. Do I need to apply in person or can I do it online? Also not sure what documents I need. This is my first time dealing with this and I'm honestly pretty overwhelmed by all the steps. Any help would be appreciated!

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Interesting, never heard of that before. Did it actually work?

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Yeah it did! I was having issues with my job search requirements and couldn't get through to anyone at NYS Department of Labor for like a week. Used their service and was talking to an agent within an hour.

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PrinceJoe

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make sure u have ur bank account info ready too for direct deposit setup. way faster than waiting for a check in the mail

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Ethan Clark

NYS Department of Labor youth unemployment - what is it and how does it affect my claim?

I'm 19 and this is my first time filing for unemployment after losing my part-time job at a retail store. I keep seeing references to 'youth unemployment' in some of the NYS Department of Labor materials but I'm not really sure what that means or if it affects my claim in any way. Does being young change how my weekly claims get processed or the job search requirements? I've been filing my weekly claims for 2 weeks now and everything seems normal but I want to make sure I'm not missing something important about youth unemployment rules.

Wait I'm 20 and my friend told me there were special programs for young unemployed people through NYS Department of Labor? Like job training stuff? Or is that something different?

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That's probably referring to workforce development programs like WIOA (Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act) which can provide training opportunities for younger workers. Those are separate from regular unemployment benefits though - you can be on UI and still participate in training programs.

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Ohh ok that makes more sense. I'll look into those training programs too, thanks!

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The whole system is confusing honestly, especially when you're young and dealing with it for the first time. I remember being stressed about every little detail when I filed at 22.

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