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Isabella Russo

Which statements about unemployment impact are actually true - need clarification for NYS Department of Labor application

I'm filling out some forms for my NYS Department of Labor claim and there's a section asking about how unemployment has affected me personally. They have multiple choice options but I'm not sure which ones are considered 'correct' answers or if this affects my eligibility somehow. The statements are about financial stress, job search challenges, mental health impacts, etc. Has anyone else encountered these questions? I don't want to answer wrong and mess up my claim status. My adjudication just finished last week and I finally got approved so I'm being extra careful with everything now.

THE WHOLE SYSTEM IS DESIGNED TO MAKE YOU PARANOID ABOUT EVERY LITTLE THING! I spent months worrying about questions like this when really they just want data for their reports. NYS Department of Labor makes everything so confusing on purpose I swear.

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I feel this so much. Every form feels like a trap somehow.

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Wait are you talking about the survey that comes up sometimes when you do your weekly claim? I usually just skip those optional parts. They're not required for your certification.

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No this was actually in my initial application paperwork, not the weekly claims. But good to know the weekly ones are optional!

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Anastasia Sokolov

Can I get NYS Department of Labor unemployment when fired for cause - what are my options?

I was terminated last week from my job at a retail store for what they're calling 'violation of company policy.' Honestly, I was late a few times because of childcare issues and missed some shifts when my kid was sick. My manager said this constitutes 'willful misconduct' but I feel like they're being unreasonable - I'm a single parent trying my best. Can I still file for unemployment benefits with NYS Department of Labor even though I was fired for cause? I really need the income while I look for something new. Has anyone been in a similar situation where you were able to get benefits after being terminated?

The system is so messed up. They expect people to choose between keeping their job and taking care of their kids. I got fired for similar reasons and it took MONTHS to get my benefits sorted out. Even when I won my appeal, they made me jump through so many hoops. Just be prepared for a fight if they deny you initially.

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How long did your whole appeal process take? I'm worried about how I'll pay bills if this drags on for months.

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yeah you can still get benefits. i was fired for attendance too and got approved after like 3 weeks. just file and see what happens.

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Vanessa Chang

NYS Department of Labor unemployment rates - how much has unemployment increased 2025?

I keep seeing conflicting numbers about how much unemployment has increased this year in New York. My neighbor got laid off in January and said the NYS Department of Labor office told her unemployment was way up from last year. I'm worried about my own job security and trying to understand what's really happening. Does anyone know the actual numbers for 2025? Are more people filing claims with NYS Department of Labor compared to 2024? I've been at my company for 3 years but they've been talking about budget cuts.

I've been tracking this because I'm in HR and need to stay on top of labor market trends. New York's unemployment rate in early 2025 has increased by about 0.4 percentage points compared to the same period last year. It's not dramatic, but it's noticeable. The NYS Department of Labor data shows most of the increase is in manufacturing and retail sectors. If you're in a stable industry like healthcare or government, you're probably fine.

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I work in logistics for a mid-size company. Not sure if that counts as stable these days with all the supply chain changes.

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The whole system is rigged anyway. They manipulate these numbers to make politicians look good. I've been unemployed since November and the NYS Department of Labor keeps finding excuses to delay my payments. Half the people I know who lost jobs aren't even counted in the statistics because they gave up looking or are doing gig work.

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Sorry you're dealing with payment delays. That's really frustrating.

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Zara Perez

Is the NYS Department of Labor unemployment office open on Presidents Day?

Quick question - does anyone know if the NYS Department of Labor offices are open on Presidents Day? I need to file an appeal for my disqualification and the deadline is coming up fast. I've been trying to call but can't get through and I'm not sure if they're even answering phones today. Also wondering if the online system at my.ny.gov will be down for maintenance or anything. Really need to get this sorted out ASAP.

OMG YES thank you for asking this! I was wondering the same thing but felt dumb asking. I always get confused about which holidays they observe vs which ones they don't. Like are they open on Columbus Day? What about MLK Day?? The whole system is so confusing already without having to guess when they're actually working.

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NYS Department of Labor follows the standard federal holiday schedule, so they're closed on MLK Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. They're open on state-specific holidays that aren't federal.

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The phone lines are always a nightmare anyway, holiday or not. I've been trying to get through about my overpayment notice for three weeks now. At least the online appeals system works most of the time, just make sure you save copies of everything you submit.

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Oliver Zimmermann

Why is unemployment benefits so low in NYS Department of Labor system?

I just got approved for unemployment after being laid off from my warehouse job and I'm only getting $204 a week. This doesn't even cover my rent let alone groceries and bills. I was making $16/hour full time before this happened. Is this normal? How do they calculate these benefit amounts? I thought unemployment was supposed to help you survive while looking for work but this amount is impossible to live on. Did I do something wrong when I filed my claim?

The whole system is rigged against working people! They make it nearly impossible to survive on these payments while CEOs get million dollar bonuses. And don't even get me started on how long it takes to actually GET the money...

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I feel you but complaining won't fix the benefit calculation. OP needs to focus on getting their wages reviewed properly.

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yeah mine was low too when i first got it but then they found missing wages and it went up to like $380/week so definitely worth checking

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