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NYS Department of Labor benefits ended - how did others solve unemployment problems?
My unemployment benefits ran out last month and I'm still searching for work. I've been applying everywhere but haven't gotten any callbacks. I'm wondering how other people have managed to get through extended periods of unemployment when NYS Department of Labor benefits weren't enough or ran out completely. Did anyone find creative solutions or programs I might not know about? I'm getting really stressed about my situation and could use some advice from people who've been in similar spots.
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What would disqualify you from getting unemployment benefits through NYS Department of Labor?
I'm thinking about leaving my current job because the working conditions are terrible and my boss is making my life miserable. But I'm worried about whether I'd qualify for unemployment if I quit. What are the main things that would disqualify you from getting unemployment benefits in New York? I don't want to make a mistake and end up with no income while I look for something new.
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Other things that can disqualify you: not registering for work search within the required timeframe, failing to complete your weekly job search activities, turning down job offers that NYS Department of Labor considers suitable, and not reporting income from part-time work. Also if you're not a US citizen or authorized to work, or if you're receiving certain other benefits. The system is designed to catch everything!
Wait, what counts as suitable work? Can they make you take any job even if it pays way less than what you were making?
Been through this whole mess twice now and honestly the unemployment system is rigged against workers. They'll find ANY excuse to deny your claim. Even if you have legitimate reasons for leaving they make you jump through hoops for months while you're struggling to pay bills. The adjudication process is deliberately slow and confusing.
I understand the frustration, but it's not completely hopeless. The key is documentation and knowing the rules. NYS Department of Labor has to follow specific criteria for good cause determinations. If you have proper documentation of workplace issues, your chances improve significantly.
Can get unemployment if quit - NYS Department of Labor eligibility question
I'm thinking about quitting my job because my manager has been making the workplace really hostile and I'm stressed out all the time. But I need to know if I can get unemployment benefits from NYS Department of Labor if I quit voluntarily? I've heard different things from people and I'm really confused about the rules. I've been working at this company for 2 years and paying into the system so I should qualify right? What counts as a good reason to quit and still get benefits?
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The unemployment system in this state is ridiculous!! They make it so hard to get benefits even when you've been paying into it for years. My friend quit because her boss was sexually harassing her and they STILL gave her a hard time about it. Had to get a lawyer involved just to get what she deserved.
thats awful! the whole system needs to be reformed
Wait I'm confused - if you quit can you still file weekly claims while waiting for the decision? Or do you have to wait until after adjudication is complete?
You should file your initial claim right away and continue filing weekly claims even during adjudication. If you're eventually approved, you'll get retroactive payment for those weeks. If you wait to file, you could lose out on benefits for those weeks.
What does exhausted mean for unemployment benefits in NYS Department of Labor system?
I've been collecting unemployment for about 6 months now and just logged into my.ny.gov account today. My claim status changed to 'exhausted' but I have no idea what this means. Does this mean I can't get any more benefits? I still haven't found a job and really need the income. Can someone explain what exhausted status means and if there's anything I can do about it?
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This system is so messed up! 26 weeks isn't enough time to find a decent job anymore. I'm in the same boat and it's really scary not knowing how I'm going to pay rent. The NYS Department of Labor needs to extend benefits like other states do.
I feel you but complaining won't change anything. Focus on the job search and maybe consider taking temp work while you look for something permanent.
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Is that legit? I've been trying to call for weeks but can never get through to talk to anyone.
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What percent is unemployment pay from my old salary in New York?
I just got laid off from my job at a retail store where I was making $45k annually. I'm trying to figure out what percent is unemployment pay compared to what I was earning before. I heard it's around 50% but I'm not sure if that's accurate for NYS Department of Labor benefits. Can someone help me understand how they calculate the weekly benefit amount? I need to know so I can budget properly while I look for another job.
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I was making $52k and my weekly benefit came out to $480, so yeah it's pretty close to 50%. The NYS Department of Labor calculation looks at your highest earning quarter during the base period and divides by 26. Just make sure you report any part-time work accurately when you file your weekly claims or you could get hit with an overpayment later.
Sofia Morales
honestly the whole system is set up to fail people like us. when your benefits run out theyre basically like good luck figure it out yourself. meanwhile cost of living keeps going up but somehow we're supposed to just magically find jobs that dont exist
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Dmitry Popov
I feel this so much. Been searching for 8 months now and it's exhausting.
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Giovanni Mancini
To answer your earlier question about One-Stop centers - they're part of the workforce development system that works with NYS Department of Labor but they're separate locations. You can find your local center through the NY.gov website. They offer job placement services, skills training, and sometimes emergency assistance programs.
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