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- Call the correct department
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NYS Department of Labor claim delayed after wage cuts - effects on unemployment benefits?
My employer cut my wages by 40% last month and I had to quit because I couldn't afford to keep working for that little. Now I'm trying to file for unemployment with NYS Department of Labor but they're saying I quit voluntarily. I explained the wage cut situation but my claim has been in adjudication for two weeks now. Has anyone dealt with this before? Do wage cuts count as good cause for quitting? I'm really struggling financially and need to know if my claim will be approved.
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Why did I get denied for unemployment benefits from NYS Department of Labor?
Just received my determination letter and my unemployment claim was denied. The letter says something about 'voluntary separation without good cause' but I don't understand what that means. I left my job at a retail store because my manager was constantly changing my schedule with less than 24 hours notice and I couldn't find childcare. Shouldn't that count as good cause? The letter mentions I can appeal but I'm not sure if it's worth it or what I need to prove. Has anyone dealt with this type of denial before?
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I had a nightmare trying to reach anyone at NYS Department of Labor about my denial. Spent hours on hold just to get disconnected. Found this service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that actually got me through to a real person who explained exactly why I was denied and what I needed for my appeal. They have a demo video at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI showing how it works. Ended up being way easier than the endless phone tree.
That sounds too good to be true. How much does something like that cost?
They focus on just getting you connected to the right person rather than giving advice. Was worth it for me since I was getting nowhere on my own.
The whole system is rigged against workers anyway. They'll deny you for breathing wrong then make you jump through hoops to prove you deserve benefits you already paid into. Document everything but don't get your hopes up - they rarely overturn these decisions even when you're obviously right.
Actually appeal success rates are higher than most people think, especially for voluntary separation cases where there's clear documentation of workplace issues. The key is presenting evidence properly.
Does NYS Department of Labor have the highest unemployment benefits in the country?
I've been comparing unemployment benefits across different states and I keep hearing that New York might have some of the highest unemployment benefits available. My cousin in another state only gets like $250 a week while I'm getting $504 weekly from NYS Department of Labor. Is this actually true that we have the highest unemployment benefits or are there other states that pay more? Also wondering if there are any other benefits I might be missing out on that could increase my total weekly amount.
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I think Hawaii might actually have higher benefits but don't quote me on that. The whole system varies so much state to state it's crazy
Just to clarify - while NY has high maximum benefits, what you actually receive is calculated as a percentage of your average weekly wage during your base period. The $504 is only if you were earning around $1,300+ per week consistently. Most people get somewhere between $200-400 weekly.
That explains why my amount is what it is. Thanks for breaking down how the calculation actually works!
Who pays unemployment benefits in NY - confused about NYS Department of Labor funding
I'm totally confused about how unemployment actually gets funded. Like when I get my weekly benefit payment, where does that money actually come from? Is it the NYS Department of Labor paying me directly, or is it my old employer? I heard someone say employers pay into some kind of fund but I'm not sure how that works. Also wondering if there's a limit to how much total money is available for unemployment claims in NY? My friend said the state could run out of money but that doesn't sound right to me.
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The whole system is basically employers paying insurance premiums through payroll taxes to the state. Higher turnover companies pay higher rates. NYS Department of Labor sets the tax rates based on each employer's claim history - its called experience rating.
That makes more sense. So companies that lay people off a lot have to pay more into the system?
How long do you get NYS Department of Labor unemployment benefits - confused about duration
I just got laid off from my warehouse job after 2 years and I'm trying to figure out how long unemployment benefits last in NY. I've been getting different answers from people - some say 6 months, others say it depends on how much you worked. My former coworker said he got benefits for almost a year but that was during COVID. I'm really confused about the current rules. Does anyone know exactly how long NYS Department of Labor unemployment benefits last now? I need to plan my job search timeline and budget accordingly.
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I had such a hard time getting through to NYS Department of Labor when I had questions about my benefit duration and weekly claims. Spent hours on hold just to get disconnected. Finally used this service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that actually got me connected to a real person at the unemployment office. They have a demo video at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI that shows how it works. Made it so much easier to get my questions answered about the 26-week timeline and job search requirements.
Never heard of that before. Did they actually help you get through or is it just another way to waste time?
They definitely helped me get through. I was stuck trying to understand some adjudication issues and couldn't reach anyone for weeks. Worth checking out if you're having trouble with the phone system.
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If you're having trouble reaching NYS Department of Labor by phone to check on your claim status, I used a service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that helped me get through to an actual agent. They have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI showing how it works. Really helped when I was stuck in adjudication hell.
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Nia Wilson
AuthorIs that legit? I've been trying to call for days but keep getting disconnected.
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Andre Rousseau
Yeah I've heard of that service, my cousin used it when her claim was stuck. Anything's better than sitting on hold for hours just to get hung up on.
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Zoe Stavros
I dont understand why they make this so complicated. If someone cuts your pay that much obviously you cant survive on it!!! The whole system needs to be fixed.
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