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Can I get NYS Department of Labor unemployment if I quit my job voluntarily?
I'm thinking about quitting my current job because of a toxic work environment and harassment from my supervisor, but I'm worried about whether I'll be able to collect unemployment benefits. Does anyone know if NYS Department of Labor will approve unemployment if I quit voluntarily? I've been documenting everything but I'm scared I won't qualify and will be left with no income while I look for something new. Has anyone been in this situation before?
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NYS Department of Labor unemployment eligibility if I quit my job - need honest advice
I'm in a really tough spot with my current job and honestly considering quitting. The work environment has become completely toxic - my supervisor constantly yells at employees, we're expected to work unpaid overtime regularly, and I've developed anxiety just thinking about going to work. My question is: if I quit am I eligible for unemployment benefits through NYS Department of Labor? I know there's something about 'good cause' but I'm not sure what that actually means or how to prove it. Has anyone successfully gotten UI benefits after quitting? I really need to know before I make this decision because I can't afford to be without income for months.
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THIS SYSTEM IS SO BROKEN! Why should someone have to stay in an abusive work situation just to qualify for benefits they paid into?? The whole 'good cause' thing is just another way for them to deny claims and save money. Sorry you're dealing with this OP but don't expect much help from NYS Department of Labor.
I actually went through something similar last year. Had a boss who was making the workplace unbearable and I was having panic attacks. I documented everything for about 6 weeks - kept a notebook, saved emails, even recorded some conversations (legally in NY). When I finally quit and filed for unemployment, NYS Department of Labor approved my claim after about a month of investigation. The key really is the documentation. Don't quit on impulse - build your case first.
This gives me hope! What kind of things did you write in your notebook? I want to make sure I'm documenting the right stuff.
What makes you qualify for unemployment benefits in NY - confused about eligibility requirements
I just lost my job last week and I'm trying to figure out if I even qualify for unemployment benefits. My supervisor said I was being let go due to 'performance issues' but honestly I think it was really because they're cutting costs. I worked there for about 8 months full-time making $18/hour. Before that I had a part-time job for like 6 months. I'm reading all this stuff on the NYS Department of Labor website about base periods and wage requirements but it's super confusing. What actually makes you qualify for unemployment? Do I need to have worked a certain amount of time or made a certain amount of money? And does it matter why I was fired?
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If your employer disputes your claim, it goes into adjudication and can take weeks to resolve. I've been waiting 3 weeks for my adjudication decision and still haven't heard anything. The NYS Department of Labor phone lines are impossible to get through - I've called hundreds of times. Someone recently told me about this service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that helps you actually reach NYS Department of Labor agents by phone. They have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI showing how it works. Might be worth checking out if you run into issues getting through to them.
3 weeks in adjudication is brutal... I hope you hear something soon. The waiting is the worst part.
Also remember you have to be able and available for work and actively looking for a job. That means registering on the NY job portal and doing job search activities every week. Don't skip this part - they can audit your job search log at any time and if you haven't been keeping up with the requirements, they can disqualify you even if you qualified initially.
How many job search activities do I need to do per week? The website wasn't super clear about the exact number.
It's 3 job search activities per week minimum. Can be job applications, networking events, career fairs, interviews, etc. Just keep detailed records of everything.
How to sue unemployment NYS Department of Labor for wrongful denial?
My unemployment claim got denied back in October and I'm pretty sure NYS Department of Labor screwed up big time. I was laid off from my warehouse job after 2 years, no misconduct or anything, just company downsizing. Filed my claim right away but they said I was 'disqualified for voluntary quit' which is completely false. I never quit! I appealed it but lost the hearing because they had some bogus documentation saying I resigned. The hearing officer wouldn't even listen to my side properly. I've been without income for months now and my savings are gone. Can I actually sue NYS Department of Labor for this? What kind of lawyer would I need? This whole system is broken and they're ruining people's lives with these wrong decisions.
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THE WHOLE UNEMPLOYMENT SYSTEM IS A SCAM! They deny legitimate claims left and right then make you jump through hoops to prove you deserve your own money. I've been fighting them for 8 months over an overpayment that isn't even my fault. These people have NO accountability whatsoever!
I feel you man, it's so frustrating when they mess up and you pay the price
NYS Department of Labor unemployment benefits during recession - high unemployment stage affecting my claim?
I've been unemployed for 8 weeks now and just wondering if anyone else is noticing that the job market seems really tough right now. My NYS Department of Labor weekly claims are going through fine but I'm barely getting any responses to applications. Is this what they call a recession when unemployment is high and companies aren't hiring? My benefits run out in 18 weeks and I'm starting to worry. Has anyone had luck with the job search requirements during times like this when there just aren't many openings?
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The whole system is messed up!! They expect us to find jobs when there ARE NO JOBS. Then they threaten to cut benefits if we don't apply to enough places. It's like they don't understand basic economics - when unemployment is high, there's literally not enough work to go around!
I feel you on the frustration but they do have to maintain some standards. The job search requirement helps ensure benefits go to people actively looking.
Been through a few of these economic downturns over the years. The key is to cast a wider net - apply to temp agencies, consider part-time work, maybe look into retraining programs. NYS Department of Labor sometimes has additional resources during high unemployment periods. Don't give up, the cycle always turns around eventually.
Good point about temp agencies. I hadn't really considered that route but it might help bridge the gap until things improve.
Ethan Brown
honestly the whole system is set up against workers. even with good cause they'll find reasons to deny you and make you fight for what you deserve. but dont let that stop you from trying if you really need to get out of that job
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Yuki Yamamoto
Just want to say I'm sorry you're dealing with harassment at work. That's awful and no one should have to put up with that just to keep a job.
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