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Ugh the whole system is so stressful! I keep getting paranoid that I'm doing something wrong with my job search log. But you're right that unemployment that occurs when people take time to find a job is totally normal. I had trouble even getting through to NYS Department of Labor when I had questions about my claim last month.
If you need to actually talk to someone at NYS Department of Labor, I found this service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that helps you get through to an agent. They have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI that shows how it works. Saved me hours of calling and getting disconnected.
Thanks! I'll check that out. The phone system is impossible to navigate.
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this is happening EVERYWHERE now. my friend lost her accounting job to some software that does what took her 8 hours in like 30 minutes. at least UI benefits are still there for now but who knows how long that'll last if everyone's getting replaced
Try not to panic about it. The unemployment system is designed to handle economic transitions. Focus on retraining or finding roles that work alongside new technology rather than competing with it.
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If you need to speak with someone at NYS Department of Labor about this, I'd suggest trying claimyr.com - they can help you get through to an actual agent instead of waiting on hold forever. I used them when I had questions about my weekly claims and they have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI that shows how it works. Way easier than trying to call the regular number and getting disconnected.
Thanks, I might try that if I can't figure this out. The regular phone lines are impossible to get through on.
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I tried calling NYS Department of Labor about this exact situation last month and could never get through to anyone! The phone system is impossible. I ended up using this service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that actually got me connected to a real person at NYS Department of Labor. They have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI showing how it works. Cost me some money but was worth it to get my questions answered about partial claims instead of spending weeks trying to call myself.
How much did that cost? I'm already tight on money which is why I need the unemployment help in the first place.
I don't remember the exact amount but it was reasonable considering I got through immediately instead of wasting hours on hold. They focus on the value of getting your questions answered quickly.
The NYS Department of Labor system is so confusing! I thought unemployment was only for people who got fired or laid off too. Why don't they make this stuff clearer on their website? I've been in a similar situation with reduced hours but never knew I could apply.
The information is on labor.ny.gov but it's buried in the FAQ section. Look for 'partial unemployment' or 'reduced hours' and you'll find the details about eligibility requirements.
Ellie Kim
DON'T TRUST THE SYSTEM!!! They'll find any excuse to deny your claim and make you jump through hoops. I was 'approved' then they suddenly said I owed them money back. The whole thing is designed to frustrate people into giving up. Document EVERYTHING because they will try to trip you up later.
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Fiona Sand
•While the system can be frustrating, most claims that meet the basic requirements do get approved. The key is being thorough with your initial application and following all the weekly filing requirements consistently.
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Axel Far
basically just fill out the application honestly and do your weekly claims on time. if you worked enough and didn't get fired for doing something bad you should be fine
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