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One thing to keep in mind is that if you're working part-time, you might qualify for partial unemployment benefits. NYS Department of Labor has a formula where they reduce your weekly benefit based on how much you earn, but you can still get something if your hours are really low. Just make sure you report all your earnings when you do your weekly certification.
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MISCONDUCT is the big one they look for. If your employer claims you were fired for misconduct, you'll get disqualified and have to appeal. Even being late too many times can count as misconduct in their eyes. The system is designed to deny first and ask questions later.
That's not entirely accurate. NYS Department of Labor does investigate misconduct claims, but simple attendance issues usually don't rise to the level of disqualifying misconduct unless it was willful and repeated after warnings.
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THE SYSTEM IS SO CONFUSING!!! Why can't they just make this simple - file when you lose your job, get money when you need it. Instead we have waiting weeks and adjudication and all this bureaucratic nonsense. Sorry OP but prepare yourself for a lot of frustration with NYS Department of Labor.
I feel this so much, the whole process is needlessly complicated
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honestly the whole system is a mess, they make it so complicated on purpose!! ive been dealing with unemployment stuff for months and they never explain anything clearly
For your phone interview, focus on emphasizing that you were involuntarily separated from your job and that you're actively seeking new employment. Document your job search activities and be prepared to explain how your caregiving responsibilities don't interfere with your ability to accept suitable work. The adjudication process is reviewing whether you meet all eligibility requirements, not just the reason for separation.
Zoe Stavros
Since you mentioned your claim is in adjudication - that's completely separate from EUC or any extended benefits. Adjudication is just NYS Department of Labor reviewing your initial claim to make sure you qualify. It can take a few weeks but has nothing to do with extensions. Focus on that first before worrying about what happens after your 26 weeks.
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Ethan Clark
•Good point, I'm probably getting ahead of myself. The adjudication is taking forever though - it's been 3 weeks already with no updates.
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Carmen Vega
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Jamal Harris
I remember EUC from when I was laid off in 2020 - it was a lifesaver back then. Gave me like 13 extra weeks I think? But yeah its definitely not around anymore. The whole system feels way more limited now.
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