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The whole system is so confusing! I spent weeks trying to reach someone at NYS Department of Labor when I should have been dealing with workers comp instead. Finally used claimyr.com to get through to an actual person who explained the difference. They have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI that shows how it works. Saved me so much time compared to sitting on hold forever.
Thanks for that tip! I might need that if I have questions about whether my situation qualifies for anything through NYS Department of Labor later on.
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This reminds me of when I first filed last year - took me forever to figure out the system. I ended up calling my local workforce development office instead of the main NYS Department of Labor number. They actually helped me understand the job search requirements and even gave me tips on the weekly certification questions. Sometimes the local offices are less busy and more helpful than the main call center. Just thought I'd mention it since I spent weeks being frustrated before I found that out.
I didn't even know there were local offices! Do you remember which one you called?
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wait what happens if you get a part time job while on unemployment? do you lose everything or just get reduced benefits?? I might have an opportunity but scared to mess up my claim
You can work part-time and still collect benefits! You just need to report your earnings on your weekly claim. They'll reduce your benefit amount based on how much you earned, but you won't lose everything unless you earn over a certain threshold.
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honestly the unemployment system is so messed up, they approve almost everyone these days regardless of why they got fired. i've seen people get benefits after stealing from their employer! the burden of proof is ridiculous for small business owners
That's not accurate - theft would definitely be misconduct that disqualifies someone. NYS Department of Labor does investigate these cases but you have to provide proper documentation.
Wait I'm confused about this whole thing. If someone gets fired can they always get unemployment? What if they were a terrible employee?
Being a terrible employee isn't automatically disqualifying. NYS Department of Labor distinguishes between inability to do the job (still eligible) vs willful misconduct like violating clear policies (may be disqualified).
Mei Chen
ugh this happened to my friend too... her company laid off like 20 people but then tried to say she was fired for attendance. she won though because she had all her time cards and stuff. the system is so messed up
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QuantumQuester
One more important thing - make sure you continue filing your weekly claims while this is being disputed. Even if your benefits are temporarily stopped, you can still file and if you win the hearing, you'll get back pay for all the weeks you certified. Don't let this gap in filing hurt your claim.
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Carmen Vega
•Oh good point, I wasn't sure if I should keep filing or not. Thanks for clarifying that!
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