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Javier Torres

Why would you get denied for unemployment benefits by NYS Department of Labor?

I'm thinking about filing for unemployment but want to understand what could cause NYS Department of Labor to deny my claim before I even start the process. I've heard people get rejected but nobody really explains why. What are the main reasons they would turn down your application? I'm worried I might not qualify and don't want to waste time if there's something obvious that would disqualify me.

If you're worried about getting through to NYS Department of Labor to check your eligibility or ask questions, I used claimyr.com when I couldn't get anyone on the phone. They have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI that shows how it works. It's way easier than trying to call during their busy hours and getting hung up on.

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That's actually helpful - the phone lines are impossible especially if you have questions before filing.

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just file and see what happens lol if you worked a regular job for 2 years you'll probably be fine unless you did something really bad to get fired

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CosmicCowboy

NYS Department of Labor asking about three types of unemployment on job search form - confused

I'm filling out my weekly certification and there's a section asking me to identify which of the following are the three types of unemployment. I thought unemployment was just unemployment but apparently there are different categories? The form has like 6 options and I need to pick 3. I don't want to mess this up and get my claim flagged. Has anyone else seen this question before? What are the correct answers supposed to be?

Honestly the NYS Department of Labor makes these forms so confusing on purpose. Like why do I need to know economic theory just to get my benefits? Just give me my money and let me find a job!

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seasonal unemployment is another type too right? or is that part of cyclical?

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Seasonal unemployment is usually considered a subset of structural unemployment, though some economists classify it separately. For NYS Department of Labor purposes, stick with the three main categories I mentioned above.

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Darren Brooks

What are the causes of unemployment - trying to understand my NYS Department of Labor eligibility

I'm trying to figure out if I qualify for unemployment benefits and the NYS Department of Labor website mentions different causes of unemployment but doesn't really explain them clearly. I lost my job last month when my company had layoffs due to budget cuts, but I'm wondering what other situations qualify people for UI benefits? I want to make sure I understand this correctly before I file my claim because I don't want to mess anything up with my application.

If you're having trouble getting through to the NYS Department of Labor to check on your claim status or get clarification about your eligibility, I had good luck using claimyr.com - it's a service that helps you actually reach a real person at the unemployment office. They have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI that shows how it works. Saved me hours of busy signals and dropped calls when I needed to verify my job separation reason.

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Never heard of that but might be worth trying. The NYS Department of Labor phone system is absolutely impossible to get through on.

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From what I understand the main categories are involuntary job loss (layoffs, firing without misconduct, business closure), reduced hours that qualify for partial benefits, and some voluntary separations with good cause. The NYS Department of Labor looks at each situation individually but your layoff should be pretty clear cut for approval.

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Talia Klein

NYS Department of Labor federal unemployment tax payment - how do i pay federal unemployment tax as employer?

I'm a small business owner in NY and I'm getting confused about paying federal unemployment taxes for my employees. I know this connects to the NYS Department of Labor somehow but I can't figure out the actual payment process. Do I pay this through the state system or directly to the IRS? My accountant is out of town and payroll is due next week. I have 6 employees and this is my second year in business so I'm still learning all this stuff.

I had so much trouble getting through to anyone at NYS Department of Labor when I had questions about my state UI account setup. Kept getting busy signals and when I did get through they'd transfer me around forever. Finally used this service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that actually got me connected to the right person. They have a demo video at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI showing how it works. Saved me hours of calling.

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Really? I've been trying to reach NYS Department of Labor for weeks about my employer account. The phone system is a nightmare.

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Don't forget you also need to register for an NYS Department of Labor employer account if you haven't already! That's separate from the federal stuff too. I think I have like 4 different login accounts now between IRS, NYS Department of Labor, and my payroll company.

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Ugh yes I already have the NYS Department of Labor account set up but I'm still figuring out all the deadlines and forms. Why can't this stuff be simpler?

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Charlee Coleman

Can you collect unemployment in NY - what are the basic requirements?

I'm trying to figure out if I can collect unemployment benefits in New York. I lost my job last month when my company downsized and I'm not sure what the requirements are. Do I need to have worked a certain amount of time? What about if I was fired vs laid off? I've never filed for unemployment before and the NYS Department of Labor website is pretty confusing. Can someone break down the basics of who qualifies?

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Is that one of those services that charges you? I'm already broke from being unemployed lol

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It's way easier than trying to call dozens of times yourself. When you really need to talk to someone about your claim, it's worth it.

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Filing for unemployment was actually easier than I expected. Just go to labor.ny.gov and click on unemployment insurance. The online application walks you through everything step by step. Make sure you have your social security number, employment history for the last 18 months, and your most recent pay stub ready.

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