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ugh the unemployment system is such a nightmare... but yeah you should apply. just be prepared for it to take FOREVER and for them to ask you a million questions about why you were fired. they make it seem like everyone is trying to scam the system
THE WHOLE SYSTEM IS RIGGED AGAINST YOUNG PEOPLE! They make it harder for kids to get jobs then make them jump through hoops for benefits. My daughter went through this same BS last year and it took MONTHS to get her first payment. NYS Department of Labor doesn't care about helping young workers at all.
Similar situation here - my 20 year old had issues too but it turned out to be because he didn't report some cash wages from a summer job correctly. Once we figured that out and submitted the right paperwork, his weekly claims started going through normally. Check if there are any wage discrepancies showing up in his account.
Just remember that unemployment is temporary income. Make sure you're not overextending yourself financially. That said, if you need the car for work search activities and can afford the payments, there's nothing wrong with purchasing it. NYS Department of Labor doesn't have restrictions on how you use your benefit payments.
this happened to my cousin last year, they fired her for being 'difficult' but she got unemployment no problem. just document everything they're doing to you now in case you need it later
The unemployment system is so confusing! I never know what counts as misconduct vs just getting fired. Seems like unless you like punch someone or steal money you should be okay?
Cole Roush
wait so if you get fired for being late too many times does that count as misconduct?? asking for a friend obviously lol
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Lindsey Fry
•Yes, chronic tardiness can be considered misconduct if it was willful and your employer had clear policies about attendance. It depends on the specific circumstances though.
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Scarlett Forster
Just wanted to add that even if you get initially denied, you can always appeal the decision. I was denied at first because they said I quit voluntarily, but I appealed with documentation showing it was actually constructive dismissal and eventually won my case.
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