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The whole system is rigged anyway!! They deny everyone first hoping you just give up. I got denied initially too even though I was clearly laid off due to company downsizing. Had to appeal and fight for months before finally getting approved. Document EVERYTHING for your appeal!
So frustrating but you're right about documenting everything. The burden of proof is definitely on us.
For unsafe working conditions, you'll need evidence like: written complaints you filed, photos of hazards, witness statements from coworkers, any responses from management, documentation that you tried internal remedies first. The key is showing you had no reasonable alternative but to quit. NYS Department of Labor considers this 'constructive dismissal' if you can prove it.
This is super helpful - I have most of these things. Should I submit everything with the appeal or wait to see what they specifically ask for?
Submit everything relevant with your initial appeal. Don't wait for them to ask - they might not give you another chance to add documentation.
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Yeah frictional unemployment is the most common type. Just make sure you're keeping detailed records of your job search activities for NYS Department of Labor. They can ask for proof during any review or audit of your claim.
This happened to me last year - took 3 months to find something but my claim was fine the whole time
If you're having trouble getting through to NYS Department of Labor agents to ask questions about your claim status, I had good luck using Claimyr (claimyr.com). They have a service that helps you actually reach a real person instead of sitting on hold forever. There's a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI that shows how it works. Really helped when I needed to clarify some job search requirement questions.
Interesting, never heard of that service before. Might be worth checking out since I can never get through to anyone.
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I think the biggest issue is timing. By the time someone files for unemployment, they're already stressed about money and just want any job. But the programs that actually reduce long-term unemployment require time investment upfront - like 6 months of training. It's hard to think long-term when you're worried about next month's rent.
This is so true. I turned down a low-paying job early in my unemployment because I thought something better would come along quickly. Ended up being unemployed longer than if I'd taken it and kept looking.
what about just creating more jobs instead of training people for jobs that dont exist?? seems like we're putting the cart before the horse here
Job creation is more of a policy/economic issue, but you're right that training without actual job openings is pointless. That's why I mentioned the apprenticeships - those are tied to employers who commit to hiring.
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My sister just got approved last month and it took exactly 3 weeks from filing to first payment. She also had a layoff situation so maybe that helps with timing?
UGH the whole system is so stressful! I've been waiting 4 weeks now and still nothing. How are we supposed to pay bills while waiting for them to make up their minds? The uncertainty is killing me more than the actual unemployment.
I understand the stress completely. If it's been 4 weeks, I'd recommend calling the NYS Department of Labor claim center to check on your status. There might be something specific they need from you that you're not aware of.
Aiden Rodríguez
If you're having trouble getting through to NYS Department of Labor to discuss your denial or file an appeal, I had success using a service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that helped me reach an actual agent. They have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI showing how it works. It was way easier than trying to call the regular number and getting hung up on constantly. Might be worth checking out since you're on a tight timeline for your appeal.
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Emma Garcia
•never heard of this before but honestly anything is better than spending hours on hold just to get disconnected
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Ava Kim
Other reasons they deny claims include not registering with the job search system properly, missing your weekly claim filings, or having issues with your identity verification. But yours sounds like a quit situation so focus on gathering evidence that you had good cause. Hostile work environment can qualify but the bar is pretty high - you need to show it was intolerable and you had no other choice.
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Sophia Nguyen
•Thanks everyone. I'm definitely going to appeal and gather more documentation. At least now I understand why they denied it initially.
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