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Why do employers pay unemployment taxes - NYS Department of Labor requirements explained
I'm starting a small business in New York and trying to understand all the tax obligations. Can someone explain why employers have to pay unemployment taxes to NYS Department of Labor? Like what's the actual purpose and how does it work? I know I'll need to register but want to understand the system before I hire my first employee.
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How much do u get unemployment benefits from NYS Department of Labor weekly?
hey everyone just wondering how much do u get unemployment from NYS DOL? i just got laid off from my job at a warehouse and im trying to figure out what i can expect. my buddy said it depends on how much you made but he wasnt sure about the exact amount. does anyone know the weekly rate or how they calculate it? thanks
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dont forget u also have to do the job search thing every week to keep getting benefits. its like 3 job contacts per week i think? they changed the requirements recently
Yes, the work search requirement is back to 3 contacts per week for most claimants. You need to keep a log of your job search activities and be prepared to provide details if requested during an audit.
Does unemployment count as income for social security disability - NYS Department of Labor benefits question
I'm currently receiving SSDI and thinking about filing for unemployment benefits through NYS Department of Labor. My work hours got cut drastically and I might qualify for partial unemployment. But I'm worried - will the unemployment payments affect my disability benefits? I've heard conflicting information about whether unemployment counts as income for social security purposes. Has anyone dealt with this situation before? I don't want to mess up my SSDI by filing a UI claim.
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Been dealing with this mess for months. The whole system is backwards - you need money to survive but every program has rules that conflict with the others. I'm on SSDI and lost my part-time job but afraid to file unemployment because of exactly what you're talking about.
It really is frustrating! Seems like there should be clearer guidance on how these programs work together.
What does partial benefit rate mean for unemployment - NYS Department of Labor confused me
I just got off the phone with NYS Department of Labor and they mentioned something about a 'partial benefit rate' but I'm completely lost on what this actually means. I've been working part-time while collecting unemployment and they said my benefits might change to this partial rate thing. Has anyone dealt with this before? I'm worried I'm going to lose money or mess up my claim somehow. The agent wasn't very clear about how it works or when it kicks in.
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The whole partial benefit system is just another way for them to confuse people and reduce payments!! I've been dealing with this bureaucratic nightmare for months and they keep changing my benefit amounts without proper explanation. The NYS Department of Labor website is useless and their phone system is designed to frustrate you into giving up.
i mean yeah the system sucks but at least partial benefits let you work some without losing everything. could be worse
Just remember that with partial benefits you still need to certify weekly and report ALL your earnings, even if it's just a few hours. Don't try to hide any income because NYS Department of Labor will find out eventually and then you'll have overpayment issues to deal with. Always better to be honest upfront.
Good point about reporting everything. I definitely don't want to deal with overpayment problems later on.
How bad is unemployment process with NYS Department of Labor right now?
I'm dreading having to file for unemployment benefits after getting laid off yesterday. Everyone keeps telling me horror stories about how bad the NYS Department of Labor system is right now. Is it really that terrible? I've never had to deal with unemployment before and I'm honestly scared about what I'm getting into. How long does everything take? Are the phone lines really impossible to get through? I need to know what I'm facing here because I have bills due in two weeks.
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I filed in December and it wasn't as bad as I expected. Took about 3 weeks to get approved and start receiving payments. The worst part is really just the waiting and not knowing what's happening with your claim.
It really depends on your situation. If you were laid off through no fault of your own and your employer doesn't contest the claim, it should be relatively straightforward. Problems usually arise when there are questions about why you separated from employment or if there are wage discrepancies. Make sure you have all your employment documentation ready when you file.
Sean Murphy
Been dealing with this for years and honestly the paperwork is a pain but it's just part of doing business. NYS Department of Labor will send you everything you need once you register. Just make sure you keep good records of wages paid because they audit randomly and you don't want to mess around with that.
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Zara Khan
The system also helps stabilize the economy during downturns. When people lose jobs, they still have some income to spend on necessities, which keeps money flowing through local businesses. It's basically a safety net that benefits everyone, not just unemployed workers.
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