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Carmella Fromis

Does the employer pay for unemployment benefits in New York - confused about NYS Department of Labor funding

I'm starting a new job next month and my manager mentioned something about unemployment taxes during orientation. This got me wondering - when I was collecting UI benefits last year, was my previous employer actually paying for those benefits? I always thought it came from some government fund. Does the employer pay for unemployment or does it come from taxes we all pay? I'm confused about how the NYS Department of Labor actually funds these benefits.

The whole system is messed up anyway. Employers always try to fight legitimate claims to keep their rates low, then act like we're stealing from them when we file. Meanwhile we worked and earned those benefits through our employment. NYS Department of Labor should make it clearer that this isn't charity - it's insurance we're entitled to.

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yeah my old boss acted like i was personally robbing him when i filed

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just to add - the employer tax rate can go up or down based on how many claims their former employees file, but there's caps on both ends. so even if a company has tons of layoffs they won't pay unlimited amounts

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Natalie Khan

What can you get fired for and still collect unemployment - NYS Department of Labor rules?

I'm trying to understand the NYS Department of Labor rules about what types of termination still let you collect unemployment benefits. My friend got fired last week for being late too many times and thinks they can't file for UI, but I've heard you can sometimes still get benefits even when you're fired. What are the actual rules? I want to make sure I understand before something happens to me at my job.

The whole system is a joke anyway. They make you jump through hoops even when your employer fires you for no good reason. I got terminated for 'not being a good fit' after 6 months and had to fight for benefits because they claimed it was performance related.

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That sounds frustrating, but 'not being a good fit' usually isn't misconduct unless there were specific policy violations. Did you appeal their initial decision?

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I think the general rule is theft, violence, or deliberate rule breaking = no benefits. Everything else is case by case during adjudication.

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Luca Ricci

Can you get back unemployment benefits after NYS Department of Labor disqualification?

My unemployment claim got disqualified back in September for supposedly not looking for work properly, but I was keeping track of my job searches like they said. Now I'm in a really tough spot financially and wondering if there's any way to get back unemployment benefits? I tried appealing but missed the deadline because I was dealing with a family emergency. Has anyone been in this situation before? Is there anything I can do to reopen my case or file a new claim?

Ugh the NYS Department of Labor system is so messed up. They disqualify people left and right and then make it impossible to fix their mistakes. Hope you can get this resolved but honestly don't get your hopes up too high.

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I know it's frustrating but I have to try something. The bills aren't going to pay themselves.

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Zoe Kyriakidou

NYS Department of Labor priorities - which type of unemployment concern gets fastest response?

I've been dealing with multiple unemployment issues lately and I'm wondering which type of unemployment concerns the NYS Department of Labor actually prioritizes for fastest resolution. My regular UI claim has been stuck in adjudication for weeks, but I also have questions about job search requirements and potential overpayment issues. Does anyone know if certain types of unemployment problems get handled faster than others? I'm trying to figure out what to focus on first when I finally get through to someone.

I've been trying to reach someone at NYS Department of Labor for three weeks about my claim status and it's impossible! The phone lines are constantly busy and the online messaging system never gets responses. This is ridiculous - how are we supposed to resolve anything?

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The whole system is broken if you ask me. They're quick to send overpayment notices but take forever to approve legitimate claims. It's like they assume everyone is trying to cheat the system.

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I get the frustration but there are federal requirements they have to follow for benefit integrity. The focus on preventing improper payments isn't just about being difficult - it's about maintaining the program's funding.

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Layla Sanders

Where do I file unemployment benefits in New York - confused about the process

I just got laid off from my retail job yesterday and I'm completely lost on where to file unemployment. My manager mentioned something about the state website but I have no idea where to start. Do I need to go to a physical office or can I do this online? I've never had to deal with this before and I'm honestly panicking a bit about how I'm going to pay rent next month. Any help would be appreciated!

The whole system is such a mess honestly. I filed three months ago and STILL dealing with adjudication issues. Good luck getting anyone on the phone at NYS Department of Labor - you'll be on hold for hours just to get disconnected.

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What kind of adjudication issues are you having? Sometimes there are things you can do to speed it up.

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Just went through this myself last month! The my.ny.gov portal is pretty user-friendly once you get logged in. Make sure you answer all the questions accurately about why you were separated from your job - being laid off vs fired vs quit makes a difference in how they process your claim.

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