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What happens when an employee files for unemployment with NYS Department of Labor - confused about the process
I'm totally new to this whole unemployment thing and honestly have no idea what I'm getting myself into. My manager told me they're letting me go next week due to budget cuts and mentioned I should file for unemployment benefits. But what actually happens when an employee files for unemployment? Like, does NYS Department of Labor contact my employer right away? Will my boss know immediately that I filed? I'm worried about burning bridges or causing drama during my last few days. Also, how long does the whole process take? I keep seeing people talk about adjudication and weekly claims but I don't even know what those terms mean. Someone please explain this like I'm five because I'm completely lost here.
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Why would I be eligible for unemployment benefits through NYS Department of Labor?
I'm really confused about unemployment eligibility and wondering if I even qualify. My company laid me off last month due to budget cuts after working there for 8 months. I've never filed for unemployment before and honestly don't understand what makes someone eligible for NYS Department of Labor benefits. I have a friend who says I might not qualify because I wasn't there long enough, but another friend says I should definitely apply. Can someone explain what the actual requirements are? I don't want to waste time applying if I'm not going to be approved anyway.
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just apply already!! worst case they say no but if u were laid off u probably qualify. i got approved after working only 6 months at my last job but had other jobs before that so it all counted
The unemployment system is set up to help people exactly like you - workers who lose their jobs through no fault of their own. Don't let anyone discourage you from applying. NYS Department of Labor will review your work history and earnings to determine your eligibility and benefit amount. Even if your weekly benefit is small, it's still money coming in while you job search. File your claim online through my.ny.gov and see what happens.
Why did unemployment rise in NY - NYS Department of Labor claim approved but benefits delayed
Filed my unemployment claim in early December and it was approved within a week, but I'm seeing news about unemployment rates rising and wondering if that's affecting benefit payments? My weekly claims show as processed but payments are taking 5-7 days instead of the usual 2-3. Is NYS Department of Labor dealing with higher claim volumes because of the rising unemployment? Just trying to understand if this is normal or if something's going on with the system.
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The whole system is a mess when unemployment spikes. Last time this happened in 2020 people waited months for payments. At least now it's just a few extra days instead of weeks or months.
When is federal unemployment tax due - confused about employer responsibilities vs my claim
I'm getting really confused about when federal unemployment tax is due and how it affects my NYS Department of Labor claim. My former employer keeps saying they can't verify my wages because of some federal tax deadline issue, and now my unemployment claim has been stuck in adjudication for over 5 weeks. Does anyone know if there's a connection between when employers have to pay their federal unemployment taxes and when they report wages to NYS Department of Labor? I'm worried this is going to delay my benefits even more.
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wait so when ARE federal unemployment taxes due?? I thought it was annual but someone told me quarterly
FUTA taxes are due quarterly if the employer owes more than $500, otherwise annually. But again, this is separate from NYS Department of Labor wage reporting requirements for unemployment claims.
Your employer is probably just trying to delay reporting to avoid paying higher unemployment insurance rates. The federal unemployment tax deadline has NOTHING to do with their obligation to report your wages to NYS Department of Labor for your claim. This is exactly the kind of bureaucratic BS that makes dealing with unemployment so frustrating!
Ugh this is why I hate dealing with all this unemployment stuff. Too many different agencies and deadlines to keep track of.
Should I file for unemployment if I was fired - NYS Department of Labor eligibility question
I got fired from my job last week and I'm not sure if I should even bother filing for unemployment benefits with NYS Department of Labor. My manager said I was let go for performance issues but honestly I think it was because I called out sick too many times when my kid was in the hospital. I've been working there for almost 2 years and never had any written warnings or anything formal. My friend told me that if you get fired you can't get unemployment but I've heard other people say you can still qualify sometimes. Does anyone know how this works with NYS Department of Labor? I really need the income while I look for another job but I don't want to waste time filing if I'm just going to get denied.
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File ASAP! The longer you wait the more money you lose. I made the mistake of waiting two weeks because I thought I wouldn't qualify and that was two weeks of benefits I'll never get back. NYS Department of Labor benefits are retroactive only to when you file your claim, not when you became unemployed.
UGH the unemployment system is so confusing! Why don't they just have clear guidelines about this stuff? I've been going back and forth about filing for weeks because I can't figure out if getting fired for missing work means I'm disqualified or not. This whole thing is giving me anxiety.
I totally get the anxiety but honestly the best thing you can do is just file. NYS Department of Labor will review your case and make the determination. At least then you'll know for sure instead of wondering.
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Aisha Rahman
Just to add - make sure you start looking for work right away and keep a job search log. NYS Department of Labor requires you to be actively seeking employment to continue receiving benefits. You'll need to record your job search activities when you file your weekly claims.
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