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just file already if you lost your job! the unemployment rate thing doesnt matter for your individual situation. worst case they say no and you appeal it
Single mothers are definitely hit hard too. Childcare costs make it almost impossible to take certain jobs, and if you have gaps in employment history from raising kids, employers treat you like you've been sitting around doing nothing. The whole system is broken.
The unemployment system is just designed to deny as many people as possible. They make the rules so confusing and complicated that regular people can't navigate them. It's not about whether you actually need the benefits or deserve them - it's about protecting the state's money.
Same boat here, got terminated Monday for 'performance issues' even though I think it was really because they're downsizing. Should I mention the real reason when I file or just go with what they put on the termination paperwork?
Savanna Franklin
ugh the whole system is such a pain. took me forever to get approved and then they kept asking for more documentation even though i sent everything they wanted the first time. just be prepared for delays and frustration
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Tyler Murphy
•That's exactly what I'm worried about. Did you eventually get it sorted out?
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Juan Moreno
One thing people forget - if you worked in other states recently, you might need wage info from those states too. NYS Department of Labor uses a combined wage claim if you qualify. Also if you're union, bring any union documentation about the layoff.
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