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Zainab Ibrahim

NYS Department of Labor family leave coordination - low unemployment numbers impact on policy development?

I've been researching family-friendly employment policies and keep seeing references to how low unemployment numbers influence policy development. Currently dealing with a situation where I need to coordinate NYS Department of Labor benefits with family leave, and I'm trying to understand the bigger picture. Can anyone explain why economists say low unemployment rates create better conditions for developing family-friendly policies? I'm particularly interested in how this affects unemployment benefit eligibility when you have family obligations.

If you're dealing with coordinating NYS Department of Labor benefits and family leave, you might need to talk to an actual agent about your specific situation. I had a complicated case recently and couldn't get through on the phone for weeks. Someone here recommended using claimyr.com to get connected faster - they have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI that shows how it works. Saved me hours of calling and getting busy signals.

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Thanks for the suggestion! I'll definitely check that out if I can't get through to NYS Department of Labor directly.

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this is all great in theory but the reality is most family policies still suck even when unemployment is low... employers find ways around offering real benefits

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True, but it's still better than when unemployment is high and workers have zero leverage. At least there's some movement in the right direction.

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Yuki Tanaka

How long do unemployment benefits take to process with NYS Department of Labor?

I submitted my initial unemployment claim through my.ny.gov about 10 days ago and I'm still waiting to hear anything back from NYS Department of Labor. My status just says 'claim filed' but nothing else. I lost my job at a retail store when they downsized and I really need to know when I can expect my first payment. Does anyone know the typical processing time for new claims? I've been doing my weekly certifications but I'm getting nervous about how long this is taking.

I've been trying to call NYS Department of Labor for weeks about my claim status and can never get through! The phone system is absolutely useless. Has anyone found a way to actually talk to a real person there?

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I had the same problem trying to reach someone at NYS Department of Labor about my adjudication issue. After weeks of busy signals and getting hung up on, I used this service called Claimyr that actually got me through to an agent. You can check it out at claimyr.com - they have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI that shows how it works. It was honestly a relief to finally talk to someone who could explain what was happening with my claim.

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Just want to add that you should definitely keep doing your weekly certifications even while waiting! I made the mistake of stopping when my claim was taking forever and it created a gap in my benefits that was a nightmare to fix.

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NebulaKnight

How is unemployment benefits process working in NY right now - worth applying?

I've been out of work for about 6 weeks now and I'm wondering if it's even worth trying to file for unemployment benefits with NYS Department of Labor. I keep hearing mixed things about how the system is working these days. Some people say claims are getting processed quickly, others are talking about weeks of delays and adjudication issues. I used to work in retail management making about $52,000 a year before I got laid off in December. Has anyone filed recently? How is unemployment benefits actually working right now - are people getting approved without major headaches or should I expect a nightmare? I really need to know what I'm getting into before I start the process.

If you do run into issues getting through to NYS Department of Labor by phone, I had good luck using this service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that helped me get connected to an actual agent. They have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI that explains how it works. I was stuck in adjudication limbo for weeks and couldn't get anyone on the phone until I tried this. Within a day of talking to an agent, my issue was resolved and payments started coming through.

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Never heard of that before - is it legit? Seems weird to pay someone to help you call a government office.

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I was skeptical too but it actually worked. The regular phone system was just impossible - either busy signals or getting disconnected after waiting on hold for hours. This got me through to someone who could actually look at my account and fix the problem.

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Just apply already! Yeah there might be some delays but you're losing money every day you wait. The worst that happens is you get denied and have to appeal, but if you were laid off from a regular job you'll almost certainly qualify. I've been on UI twice in the last 5 years and both times it was fine.

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Liv Park

Do companies have to pay unemployment insurance - confused about NYS Department of Labor requirements

I'm starting a small business in NY and trying to understand if I'm required to pay into the unemployment insurance system. Do all companies have to pay unemployment insurance to NYS Department of Labor? I've heard different things from other business owners and want to make sure I'm compliant. What are the actual requirements for employers regarding UI contributions?

Wait I thought only big companies had to pay this?? I work for a tiny restaurant and I'm pretty sure they don't pay unemployment insurance because when I asked about it my manager said they were too small

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Size doesn't matter as much as the wage thresholds mentioned above. Your restaurant probably does have to pay if they meet the criteria, but some small businesses don't realize their obligations.

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The system is set up so employers fund the benefits that unemployed workers receive. Your UI tax rate will start at the new employer rate and then adjust based on your claims experience over time. Lower turnover = lower rates eventually.

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Rita Jacobs

Can you sue NYS Department of Labor unemployment for emotional distress - legal options?

I've been dealing with NYS Department of Labor for 8 months now and honestly my mental health is completely shot. They've denied my claim twice, put me through three different adjudication processes, and I've lost my apartment because of their delays. I'm having panic attacks every time I check my claim status. Has anyone actually sued unemployment for emotional distress? Is this even possible or am I just dreaming? The whole system feels designed to break you down until you give up.

THIS IS EXACTLY WHAT THEY WANT!!! They deny everyone hoping you'll just give up and go away. I've been fighting them for a year and finally got approved but only after threatening to contact my state representative. The whole system is designed to wear you down mentally.

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Did contacting your representative actually help? I'm at the point where I'll try anything.

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My brother went through this same thing and ended up getting a free consultation with a lawyer who handles unemployment cases. Even if you can't sue for emotional distress, they might find other issues with how your case was handled. Worth a shot if you've documented everything.

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