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What will disqualify you from collecting unemployment in NY - worried about my situation
I'm really stressed about whether I'll qualify for unemployment benefits or if something might disqualify me. I was let go from my retail job last month after working there for almost two years. My manager said it was due to company restructuring, but I'm worried because I had a few tardiness issues earlier this year (nothing recent though). I also left a previous job voluntarily about 6 months before this one to take the retail position. Will any of this disqualify me from collecting unemployment? I really need these benefits while I look for new work. Has anyone dealt with similar situations?
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Which NYS county has the lowest unemployment rate right now?
I'm thinking about relocating within New York state for better job opportunities and I'm curious which county currently has the lowest unemployment rate. I've been on unemployment for 6 months now and my benefits are running out soon. I know I need to keep filing my weekly claims with NYS Department of Labor but I'm getting desperate to find work. Does anyone know where the job market is strongest in NY right now? I'm willing to move anywhere in the state if it means better chances of finding employment.
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From what I've seen, the unemployment rates can be misleading though. Like yeah Nassau County might have low unemployment but good luck affording rent there on unemployment benefits! You might want to look at job growth rates too, not just current unemployment numbers.
NYS Department of Labor - when can I start collecting unemployment benefits after job loss?
Lost my job yesterday at a retail company downtown due to store closure. I know I need to file for unemployment but I'm confused about the timing. Can I apply right away or do I have to wait? Also wondering when the payments would actually start if I file today. My manager said something about a waiting period but I'm not sure what that means. Really need to know because rent is due in two weeks and I'm already stressed about money.
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Wait, are you sure you qualify though? If you got fired for cause or quit voluntarily, you might not be eligible. Store closure should be fine since that's no fault of your own, but just double-check the reason on your termination paperwork.
It was definitely a layoff due to store closure. The whole chain is shutting down locations. Should have the paperwork from HR tomorrow.
NYS Department of Labor filing deadline - how long after getting fired can I file for unemployment?
Got terminated from my retail job last Friday and I'm freaking out about missing some kind of deadline. My manager said I was let go due to 'performance issues' but honestly I think it was because I complained about the schedule changes. Anyway, how long do I have to file with NYS Department of Labor? Is there like a 30 day window or something? I heard different things from coworkers and I don't want to lose my chance at benefits. Also do I need to wait for some paperwork from my employer first or can I just go ahead and file online?
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wait hold on, if you got fired for performance can you even get unemployment?? I thought you had to be laid off not terminated??
You can still get benefits if you were fired, as long as it wasn't for misconduct. Performance issues usually don't count as misconduct unless it was willful or you refused to follow direct orders. NYS Department of Labor will investigate and make the determination.
Yeah that's what I'm hoping, I really don't think it was misconduct, more like they wanted to get rid of me for complaining
Where to apply unemployment benefits in NY - need help finding the right place
I just got laid off from my job at a warehouse in Rochester and I'm completely lost about where to apply unemployment benefits. My manager mentioned something about filing online but I don't know what website to use or if I need to go somewhere in person. Is there a specific NYS Department of Labor office I need to visit or can I really do this all online? I've never had to deal with unemployment before and I'm stressed about making sure I do everything right. Any guidance would be really appreciated.
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just go to ny.gov and look for unemployment, its not that complicated people make it sound harder than it is
UGH the NYS Department of Labor system is such a nightmare. I applied three times before I figured out I was making errors on the employment history section. Make sure you have EXACT dates and employer addresses or they'll kick your application back and you'll have to start over. The whole system is designed to frustrate people into giving up.
I feel your pain - had similar issues with my application getting rejected for minor date discrepancies. The key is being super precise with your employment information and double-checking everything before you submit.
NeonNebula
wait so if you quit a job you can never get unemployment? even if you get another job after that?
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Chloe Robinson
No, that's not how it works. If you quit without good cause, you might be disqualified from that job's wages, but if you work enough at a new job, you can establish new eligibility based on those wages.
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Luca Russo
Been there! I was so worried about getting disqualified too. The main thing is being honest on your application. If you were laid off due to company restructuring like you said, that's not misconduct. The work search requirements are probably what trips up most people once they start collecting - you have to document your job search activities every week.
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