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NYS Department of Labor appeal resolved - what does this status actually mean?
My unemployment appeal has been showing 'appeal resolved' in my account for the past week but I have no idea what this actually means. I filed an appeal back in November after getting disqualified and had my hearing in December. The hearing officer said they'd make a decision within 2-3 weeks but now it just says 'appeal resolved' with no other details. Does this mean I won or lost? Should I expect back pay or do I need to file a new claim? Really confused here and can't get through to anyone at NYS Department of Labor.
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NYS Department of Labor says unemployment rate affects benefit extensions - what is the ideal rate of unemployment?
I'm trying to understand something that came up during my weekly claim certification. My cousin mentioned that when unemployment rates hit certain levels, it can trigger extended benefits through NYS Department of Labor. Got me wondering - economists talk about an 'ideal' unemployment rate, but what does that actually mean for us regular folks filing claims? Does NYS track this differently than the feds? I've been on UI for 8 weeks now and just curious how these big picture numbers affect whether programs get extended or cut. Anyone know if there's a target rate that keeps the system stable?
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omg this is so confusing, i just want to know if my benefits will get cut off early if unemployment drops too much in my area?? like if they decide the job market is 'good enough' does that mean no more weekly claims??
Your regular 26 weeks of UI benefits won't be affected by unemployment rates dropping. You'll get those regardless. It's only the Extended Benefits (additional weeks beyond 26) that depend on unemployment rate triggers.
How to calculate unemployment compensation amount in NYS - confused about the formula
I'm trying to figure out how much I'll get for unemployment benefits but the NYS Department of Labor website isn't super clear about the calculation. I made $52,000 last year working full time at a marketing firm. Does anyone know the actual formula they use? I heard it's based on your highest quarter but I'm not sure how that works exactly. Also do they factor in overtime pay or just base salary? Really need to know so I can budget properly while job searching.
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WAIT so they don't use your annual salary?? I've been assuming my $48k salary would just be divided by 52 weeks or something. This is so confusing why can't they just make it simple!
No, it's quarterly based because your earnings can vary throughout the year. Using the highest quarter ensures you get benefits based on your best earning period during the base period.
How is unemployment measured - confused about NYS Department of Labor eligibility requirements
I'm trying to understand how unemployment is actually measured by the NYS Department of Labor for benefit eligibility. My company laid me off last month but I'm getting conflicting information about whether I qualify. Some people say it's based on how long you worked, others say it's about your earnings, and I've heard there are weekly work search requirements too. Can someone explain how the NYS Department of Labor actually measures unemployment for benefit purposes? I worked for 8 months at my last job making $52,000 annually before the layoff.
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The unemployment measurement system is completely broken anyway. I had perfect work history and they still made me jump through hoops for months. The NYS Department of Labor acts like they're doing you a favor when it's YOUR money from taxes you already paid!!
feel you on this one, took them 6 weeks to approve my claim even though everything was straightforward
To answer your original question more specifically - unemployment measurement for NYS Department of Labor benefits involves: 1) Base period wage requirements (need wages in at least 2 quarters), 2) Weekly benefit calculation (roughly 50% of your average weekly wage up to the maximum), 3) Ongoing eligibility through work search activities. Your $52K salary should easily meet the wage requirements assuming it was spread across multiple quarters.
NYS Department of Labor unemployment tax break refund how much will i get from 2020 benefits?
I just heard about some kind of unemployment tax break refund and I'm trying to figure out if I qualify and how much I might get back. I collected unemployment from NYS Department of Labor for about 6 months in 2020 after getting laid off from my restaurant job. I remember paying taxes on those benefits when I filed my 2020 return but now people are saying there was some kind of tax relief? I made around $18,000 in unemployment that year and had taxes withheld. Does anyone know how this works or if NYS Department of Labor benefits qualify? My accountant moved and I can't reach them.
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Wait I thought this was only for people who didn't have taxes taken out? I'm so confused about all these tax changes
No, it applied to everyone who received unemployment in 2020, regardless of whether you had taxes withheld or not. If you had taxes withheld and were eligible, you got a refund. If you didn't have taxes withheld, it reduced your tax liability.
Carmen Vega
Check your my.ny.gov messages too sometimes they post the determination there before the letter arrives. Also make sure your address is current because if the letter gets returned your case could get delayed even more.
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Luca Russo
AuthorGood point about the address! I moved last month but I think I updated it. Better double check that now.
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Yuki Kobayashi
Just wanted to add that if the appeal was decided in your favor, you might also need to resume filing weekly claims right away to continue getting benefits going forward. The back pay is separate from your ongoing weekly claims.
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