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For job search activities, make sure you're logging everything in their system. Online applications count but you need the company name and position title. Networking activities need specific details about who you contacted. Career counseling sessions and job fairs also qualify. The key is documentation - they can audit your job search log at any time.
Good to know about the audit thing. I've been kind of loose with my record keeping so I better start being more detailed.
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The job search thing is no joke - you need to keep detailed records of every application, networking contact, job fair etc. NYS Department of Labor can audit your job search log at any time and if you don't have proper documentation they can disqualify you and make you pay back benefits. I learned this the hard way.
omg yes this! I got audited and almost lost my benefits because I wasn't keeping good records
The WHOLE SYSTEM is designed to make you jump through hoops and deny you benefits! They'll find ANY excuse to delay or deny your claim. I've been fighting with NYS Department of Labor for months over a simple separation issue. They make it so complicated on purpose to discourage people from applying. Just be prepared for frustration and bureaucratic nonsense.
That's really discouraging to hear. I was hoping it would be more straightforward than that.
While the system can be frustrating, most straightforward claims do get processed without major issues. Don't let horror stories scare you from applying if you're eligible.
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Also keep in mind that if you worked in multiple states, things get more complicated. NYS Department of Labor will coordinate with other states through interstate claims, but it can delay processing. And if you're on standby status (temporary layoff expecting to return), the rules are slightly different - you don't have to do job searches but you do have to remain available.
The whole system is so confusing! I wish they would just tell you upfront if you qualify instead of making you jump through hoops. At least once you're approved the weekly claims are pretty straightforward.
The complexity comes from all the different work situations they have to account for. But yes, once you understand your specific situation, the weekly certification process is much simpler.
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Wait, can they really just take your tax refund without warning?? I thought they had to go through some kind of legal process first. This is making me nervous because I got an overpayment notice too but it was only for like $400.
Yes, they can offset tax refunds for unemployment overpayments. It's called Treasury Offset Program (TOP). They're required to send notice before doing it, but the timeframe is usually pretty short - often just 30-60 days.
been there! you should also look into requesting a hardship waiver if the overpayment wasn't your fault. NYS Department of Labor has provisions for waiving overpayments in certain circumstances especially if it would cause financial hardship
What kind of documentation do I need for a hardship waiver? I'm definitely struggling financially right now.
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•Is that legit? I've been trying to call NYS Department of Labor for 2 weeks about my claim status and keep getting disconnected.
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NebulaNinja
Don't forget you can also file your claim before your last day of work if you have advance notice of the layoff! NYS Department of Labor allows you to file up to one week before your employment ends. Just make sure you report your last day accurately.
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