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The unemployment rate being around 4% is actually considered pretty low historically. But like others said, it won't impact your individual claim processing. Your two week wait is normal - most claims take 2-4 weeks to process unless there's an issue that requires adjudication.
wait so if unemployment is low does that mean they expect us to find jobs faster?? i've been looking for 6 weeks and haven't found anything in my field yet. really hope they don't cut off benefits early or something
No, your benefit duration is set when you file - typically 26 weeks in NY. The unemployment rate doesn't change how long you can collect as long as you're meeting the job search requirements.
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interesting never heard of that before
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The whole system is set up so employers basically subsidize their former employees through these unemployment taxes. It's actually pretty fair when you think about it - companies that lay people off more often end up paying higher rates into the system.
wait so does this mean if I quit my job I can't get unemployment?? because my employer didn't lay me off they would fight it right??
Generally you need to be laid off or fired for reasons not related to misconduct to qualify. If you quit, you usually need to prove it was for good cause like unsafe working conditions or harassment. Your employer can contest your claim regardless of the circumstances.
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just looked this up because i was curious too - January 2017 was 4.3% for NY state. crazy how much things changed from the financial crisis. back then the NYS Department of Labor offices were packed and people were waiting weeks just to file claims
For your research, you should know that unemployment rates only count people actively looking for work. So someone who gave up searching or wasn't eligible for benefits wouldn't be included in that 4.3% figure. The NYS Department of Labor also tracks underemployment and labor force participation rates if you need a more complete picture for your paper.
That's a great point about the methodology. I'll make sure to include that distinction in my analysis. Do you know where I can find the labor force participation data?
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Anastasia Fedorov
•Is that legit? I've been trying to call NYS Department of Labor for three days straight and keep getting disconnected after an hour on hold.
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CosmicCruiser
•Yeah it worked for me. Way better than the endless phone tree runaround you get calling directly.
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Sean Doyle
Political stuff doesn't really change your individual claim but the NYS Department of Labor system has been acting weird lately. Maybe they're updating something behind the scenes? Either way focus on getting your specific issue resolved first.
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