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How long can u get unemployment benefits from NYS Department of Labor - maximum weeks?
hey everyone, so i got laid off from my restaurant job last month and just started getting unemployment. im wondering how long can u get unemployment benefits for? like whats the maximum time? i heard different things from people but want to know the real deal. also does it matter if i find part time work or does that mess up my benefits? thanks
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How to explain unemployment gap to potential employers after NYS Department of Labor claim
I've been on unemployment for about 7 months after getting laid off from my accounting job last year. My NYS Department of Labor benefits are ending soon and I'm starting to get some interviews, but I'm really nervous about how to explain unemployment to employers. Do I just say I was laid off? Should I mention that I was collecting UI benefits? I'm worried they'll think I was just sitting around doing nothing, but I've been actively job searching and even took some online courses. Has anyone dealt with this situation and found a good way to explain unemployment during interviews?
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If you're having trouble getting through to NYS Department of Labor for any final questions about your claim, I found this service called Claimyr that helped me reach an agent when I couldn't get through the regular phone lines. Check out claimyr.com - they have a demo video at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI that shows how it works. Really helped when I needed to clarify some things before my benefits ended.
Thanks, I'll check that out. I do have a question about my final payment that I haven't been able to get answered through the regular channels.
Just whatever you do dont lie about the dates or try to hide the gap. HR departments can verify employment history easily now. Be upfront about being laid off, mention any productive activities during the unemployment period, and emphasize that you're ready to get back to work. Most reasonable employers will understand that good people sometimes get caught up in layoffs.
How can I get unemployment benefits through NYS Department of Labor - complete beginner needs help
I just lost my job last week and have never filed for unemployment before. I keep hearing about NYS Department of Labor benefits but honestly have no idea where to start or what I'm even eligible for. My employer said I was laid off due to budget cuts, not fired for cause or anything. Do I qualify for benefits? How do I even begin this process? I'm really stressed about paying my bills and rent next month. Any guidance would be hugely appreciated.
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Been there! When I got laid off from my restaurant job last year it was super overwhelming at first. The key thing is don't delay filing even if you're confused about something. You can always call later to clarify details but you need to get that initial claim in. Also make sure you certify for benefits every week even if your claim is still pending - missing a week can mess up your whole timeline.
One more thing - if your claim goes into adjudication (which means they need to verify something about your eligibility), don't panic. It's pretty common and just means they're reviewing your case. It can take a few weeks but as long as you were honestly laid off and not fired for misconduct, you should be fine.
What's adjudication exactly? Is that bad?
Adjudication just means NYS Department of Labor is reviewing your claim to verify you meet all the eligibility requirements. It's not bad, just a standard review process. They might contact your former employer to confirm the reason for separation. Just be patient and respond promptly to any requests for information.
NYS Department of Labor excessive earnings disqualification - what does this mean exactly?
Got a notice from NYS Department of Labor saying my unemployment claim was disqualified due to 'excessive earnings' but I'm confused about what this actually means. I've been working part-time while collecting benefits and reporting all my hours like I'm supposed to. Last week I worked 28 hours at $18/hour which came to about $504 before taxes. Is this considered excessive? I thought you could work part-time and still get some unemployment as long as you report it. Can someone explain what the excessive earnings threshold actually is?
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omg this is so confusing!! I just started working part time and reporting everything but now I'm scared I'm going to get disqualified too. How do you even calculate what you can earn without going over??
To avoid excessive earnings, take your weekly benefit rate and add $50. That's your maximum gross earnings for the week. Anything over that amount results in no benefits for that week. If you earn less than that, they'll reduce your benefits dollar-for-dollar after the first $50. So if your benefit rate is $300 and you earn $100, you'd get $250 in benefits that week ($300 - $50 = $250).
NYS Department of Labor unemployment benefits questions - confused about my claim status
I'm really confused about my unemployment benefits and have several questions that I can't find clear answers to anywhere. I filed my initial claim about 6 weeks ago after getting laid off from my warehouse job. My claim was approved and I've been filing my weekly claims, but now I'm getting nervous because some things don't make sense to me. First, do I have to accept any job offer even if it pays way less than my previous job? I was making $18/hour and someone offered me a job for $12/hour but it's 45 minutes away. Second, I got a letter saying something about 'job search activities' but I'm not sure what counts. Does applying online count or do I need to do something else? Third, my benefit amount seems lower than what I calculated it should be based on my wages. Who can I talk to about this? I've tried calling the NYS Department of Labor but can never get through. Any help would be really appreciated because I'm starting to panic about doing something wrong.
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wait so you can really refuse jobs that pay less?? I thought you had to take whatever you could get or they'd cut off your benefits. this is good to know
Yes, but there are rules about what constitutes 'suitable work' and it changes over time. Early in your claim you have more flexibility to refuse lower-paying jobs.
The whole unemployment system is so confusing and they make it seem like you're doing something wrong for even filing. I've been dealing with issues for months and every time I call I get hung up on or transferred to nowhere. It's like they don't want to help people who actually need the benefits they paid into.
I feel you on this. It's frustrating but hang in there.
Ravi Malhotra
just make sure ur doing ur job search requirements too or they'll cut u off before the 26 weeks. u gotta prove ur looking for work every week
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Natasha Orlova
Authoryeah i know about the job search thing. how many jobs do i need to apply to each week?
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Javier Cruz
You need to make at least 3 work search activities per week. This can include applying for jobs, attending job fairs, networking events, or other approved activities. Keep detailed records because NYS Department of Labor can audit your job search log at any time.
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Freya Christensen
The 26 weeks goes by faster than you think trust me. I thought I'd find something way before then but here I am at week 23 getting nervous. Restaurant industry has been tough since everything changed. Good luck to you.
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