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Selena Bautista

NYS Department of Labor unemployment claim - what caused unemployment after ww1 history research project help needed

Hey everyone, I'm currently on unemployment and doing some freelance research work to make ends meet. Working on a history project about what caused unemployment after WWI and I need to document my job search activities for my weekly NYS Department of Labor claims. Does anyone know if research work counts toward the work search requirements? I've been applying to regular jobs but also doing this project work. My claim status shows active but I want to make sure I'm following all the rules correctly. Has anyone dealt with documenting freelance or project work while collecting UI benefits?

Just to clarify - for work search activities, you need to apply for actual job openings that match your qualifications. Research projects don't count unless you're applying to be hired as a researcher by a company. But definitely report any payments you receive as income on your weekly certification.

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been on unemployment for 2 months now and the work search thing is so confusing sometimes, good luck with your project though!

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Kaitlyn Otto

NYS Department of Labor unemployment eligibility if terminated - what qualifies?

I'm in a really difficult situation at my current job and honestly thinking about ways to get out while still being able to collect unemployment benefits. I know you can't just quit and get UI, but what about getting fired? Does NYS Department of Labor have specific rules about what kind of termination qualifies you for benefits? I've been at this company for 2 years and the work environment has become toxic but I can't afford to just walk away without some kind of income. Has anyone been through this process before?

If you're having trouble reaching NYS Department of Labor to ask about this stuff directly, I used a service called claimyr.com that helped me get through to an actual agent. They have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI showing how it works. I was stuck trying to call for weeks about my own termination situation and they got me connected within a few hours. Really helped me understand exactly what documentation I needed for my case.

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Thanks, I might check that out. The phone lines are always busy when I try to call.

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Whatever you do, don't try to game the system. NYS Department of Labor has seen every trick in the book and they WILL find out if you deliberately got yourself fired. Better to focus on building a case for constructive dismissal if the work environment is truly toxic - document harassment, unsafe conditions, or unreasonable demands that make the job impossible to perform.

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Amara Okafor

What makes you unqualified for unemployment - NYS Department of Labor denied my claim

My unemployment claim was just denied by NYS Department of Labor and I'm trying to understand what makes you unqualified for unemployment benefits in New York. I worked at a retail store for 2 years and was let go last month due to 'performance issues' but I thought that still qualified me. The denial letter mentions something about 'misconduct' but I was never written up or anything. I'm really confused about what exactly disqualifies you from getting benefits. Has anyone else been denied for performance reasons? I thought only getting fired for theft or not showing up would disqualify you.

The unemployment system is SO broken. They deny people for the smallest things but then take forever to process appeals. I got denied initially for 'insufficient wages' even though I worked full time for 8 months. Turns out my employer reported my wages wrong to NYS Department of Labor. Had to fight for 3 months to get it corrected.

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Wow that's terrible! At least you got it fixed eventually. I'm worried about waiting months for an appeal decision when I need the money now.

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For anyone dealing with misconduct disqualifications, here's what you need to know: NYS Department of Labor has to prove that your actions were deliberate violations of reasonable employer expectations. Simple mistakes or inability to meet performance standards usually don't qualify as misconduct. Document everything about your termination and gather any performance reviews or communications with your supervisor for your appeal hearing.

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Anna Xian

NYS Department of Labor denied my unemployment claim - why was my unemployment denied?

Just got a determination letter saying my unemployment was denied and I'm completely confused. I worked at a restaurant for 8 months before getting laid off due to slow business. The letter mentions something about 'insufficient wages' but I don't understand what that means. I made around $18,000 during my base period. Has anyone else had their claim denied for this reason? I really need these benefits to pay rent while I look for another job.

Ev Luca

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This whole system is so confusing! I got denied too but for 'voluntary quit' even though I was clearly laid off. The NYS Department of Labor seems to deny everyone first and make you fight for benefits. It's ridiculous that people who need help the most have to jump through all these hoops.

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same here, got denied initially but won my appeal

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Don't give up yet! You have the right to request a hearing if you disagree with the determination. The instructions should be in your denial letter. Make sure to file your request within 30 days of the determination date. At the hearing, you can present evidence about your work history and wages. Even if the alternate base period doesn't work out, sometimes there are other issues that can be resolved.

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AstroAce

How is federal unemployment calculated for NYS Department of Labor claims?

I'm trying to understand how my weekly benefit amount was determined by the NYS Department of Labor. I know it's based on my earnings from last year, but I can't figure out the exact calculation they used. My base period wages were around $45,000 but my weekly benefit is only $320. Is there a specific formula the NYS Department of Labor uses? I've looked at their website but the explanation is confusing. Also wondering if federal rules affect how New York calculates benefits or if each state does it differently?

just be glad you got benefits at all... ive been waiting 6 weeks for my adjudication to clear and still nothing

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Ugh that's terrible! Have you tried reaching out to your local assembly member's office? Sometimes they can help push things along when adjudication drags on that long.

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The whole calculation system is so unnecessarily complicated. Why can't they just make it a simple percentage of your previous year's income like some other benefits do? The NYS Department of Labor website explains it like you need a PhD in mathematics to understand it.

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