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If I get fired do I qualify for unemployment benefits through NYS Department of Labor?
My manager has been giving me a really hard time lately and I'm worried they might fire me soon. I've been at this retail job for about 8 months and haven't had any formal write-ups, but my supervisor keeps finding fault with everything I do. If they do end up firing me, would I be able to get unemployment benefits? I've never applied before and don't really understand how it works. Do they look at why you got fired or just that you lost your job? I'm really stressed about this because I can barely afford my rent as it is.
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How much do u get from NYS Department of Labor unemployment benefits weekly?
hey everyone - just wondering how much do u get from unemployment in NY? i might need to file soon and want to know what to expect. is it based on your old salary or is there like a set amount? also how long does it take to get approved? thanks
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the amount varies a lot. my friend gets like $450 but i only get $280 even though we made similar money. depends on when you worked and how much you made in specific quarters i think
To clarify the base period calculation - NYS Department of Labor uses your highest quarter earnings to determine your weekly benefit rate, which is roughly 1/26th of that amount. There's also a minimum ($124/week) and maximum ($504/week for 2025). If you worked multiple jobs, they'll combine all your covered wages from different employers during your base period.
ok that makes more sense. so if my highest quarter was like $15,000 i'd get around $575 per week? but you said max is $504 so i'd get the max?
Exactly right - if your calculation comes out higher than $504, you'd receive the maximum amount. The formula helps ensure higher earners get more support while capping it at a reasonable level.
Who pays for your unemployment benefits when you're collecting in NY?
I've been collecting unemployment for about 6 weeks now and my neighbor keeps making comments about how I'm living off taxpayers. Is that actually true? I thought my old employer was paying into some kind of fund for this. I'm confused about where the money for my weekly benefits is actually coming from. Can someone explain how this works with the NYS Department of Labor system?
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Do you pay unemployment taxes where you live or work - NYS Department of Labor question
I'm really confused about unemployment taxes and how they work. I live in Connecticut but work in New York and my employer takes out NYS taxes from my paycheck. If I file for unemployment benefits, do I pay unemployment taxes based on where I live or where I work? Does the NYS Department of Labor handle this differently than regular income taxes? I want to make sure I understand this before I potentially need to file a claim.
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This whole system is confusing AF honestly. Like why cant they just make it simple and consistent across all states??
The key thing to remember is that unemployment insurance follows your work location, not your residence. Since your employer has been paying unemployment insurance taxes to New York State, that's where your benefits would come from if needed. Keep your pay stubs showing the NY tax withholdings as they'll be helpful documentation if you ever need to file a claim with NYS Department of Labor.
What makes you not eligible for unemployment benefits - NYS Department of Labor denied my claim
Just got a determination letter from NYS Department of Labor saying I'm not eligible for unemployment benefits and I'm completely confused. I was laid off from my restaurant job last month after working there for 8 months. The letter mentions something about 'insufficient work history' but doesn't really explain what that means. I thought if you lose your job through no fault of your own you automatically qualify? What are the main reasons NYS Department of Labor denies claims? I really need these benefits to pay rent.
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THE WHOLE SYSTEM IS DESIGNED TO DENY PEOPLE!! They make the rules so complicated on purpose. I know people who worked for YEARS and still got denied for ridiculous reasons. Don't give up though - you can appeal their decision.
Fatima Al-Farsi
just make sure you apply right away if it happens!! you can file online through my.ny.gov and it's pretty straightforward. don't wait around because there's a waiting period anyway
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Mei Liu
AuthorGood point about applying right away. How long is the waiting period usually?
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Dylan Cooper
ugh the whole system is so stressful when you're already dealing with losing your job. I went through this same thing and it took forever to get answers. Just document everything with your employer - any emails, performance reviews, anything that shows you weren't doing anything wrong on purpose.
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