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I had trouble getting through to NYS Department of Labor agents to ask about this exact thing - kept getting busy signals for weeks! Finally used this service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that helped me get connected to speak with someone. They have a demo video at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI showing how it works. The agent confirmed that unemployment rates vary significantly by region but your benefit amount is based on your earnings history, not your location.
Interesting, never heard of that service. Did they charge you for helping get through to NYS Department of Labor?
They do have a fee but it was worth it to actually talk to someone instead of calling 50 times a day. Got my questions answered in one call.
From what I've seen the rural counties definitely struggle more. Agriculture and manufacturing jobs disappeared and there's not much to replace them. NYC area has more diversity in industries so even when one sector is down others might be hiring. But cost of living is so different too - $500/week UI goes a lot further upstate than in Manhattan
True! I'm collecting max benefits right now and it barely covers my rent in Brooklyn. Thinking about moving somewhere cheaper while I job search.
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Wait so if I quit can I still get unemployment or is that different?? I've been thinking about leaving my toxic job but don't want to screw myself over financially
Quitting is much harder to get approved for unless you can prove it was for 'good cause' like unsafe working conditions or harassment. Getting fired is actually easier to qualify for than quitting voluntarily.
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The maximum weekly benefit rate in NY is $504 right now so $365 sounds reasonable depending on your earnings history. Just remember you have to report any work you do each week when you file your weekly claim or they'll hit you with an overpayment later.
Good point about reporting work. I might pick up some shifts here and there while job hunting.
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The system is rigged against working people! They make it so hard to get benefits even when you have legitimate reasons for leaving. I've seen people get denied for the most ridiculous reasons. But definitely try if you have good cause - just be prepared for a fight.
I understand the frustration but the good cause standard exists for a reason. If you have proper documentation and follow the process, legitimate cases usually get approved eventually.
If you're having trouble getting through to NYS Department of Labor to ask about your specific situation, there's actually a service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that helps people reach unemployment agents by phone. They have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI showing how it works. I used it when I was stuck in adjudication and couldn't get anyone on the phone for weeks. Really helped me get answers about my claim status.
Thanks for the suggestion! I might need that if I decide to go through with this. The phone lines are always busy when I try to call.
Natasha Romanova
THE WHOLE SYSTEM IS A MESS!!! They make you jump through hoops and then some random person decides your fate. I got denied even though my employer laid me off and it took MONTHS to get it overturned. The appeals process is ridiculous too.
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NebulaNinja
•Ugh that sounds awful! Did you eventually get your benefits?
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Keisha Jackson
So wait, if I understand correctly - a real person reviews each claim? That's actually kind of reassuring. I thought it was all automated these days.
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