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Wait so if they contest it does that mean I don't get any money while they investigate?? I can't afford to go weeks without income while NYS Department of Labor decides who's telling the truth. This is making me even more anxious about my job situation.
You typically don't receive benefits during the adjudication period, but if NYS Department of Labor rules in your favor, you'll get back pay for those weeks. It's definitely stressful but that's how the system works to prevent fraudulent claims.
The whole system is rigged anyway. Employers know exactly what to say to get claims denied and NYS Department of Labor just rubber stamps whatever the company tells them. I've seen people with legitimate claims get screwed over because their boss knew how to work the system.
That's not really accurate. NYS Department of Labor investigates each case individually and workers win contested claims all the time when they have proper documentation.
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THE WHOLE SYSTEM IS RIGGED ANYWAY!!! They raise wages then businesses fire people then we all end up on unemployment fighting over scraps while politicians pat themselves on the back. I've been dealing with NYS Department of Labor for months and they don't care about the real causes of unemployment.
I get your frustration but let's try to help OP with their actual claim question.
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Wait I'm confused about this too. If I'm having trouble even getting through to NYS Department of Labor to resolve an issue with my claim, how am I supposed to handle the tax stuff? I've been trying to call for weeks about an adjudication issue and can't reach anyone.
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Just want to add that even though federal unemployment tax (FUTA) is paid by employers, your unemployment benefits are still considered taxable income by the IRS. So definitely either have the 10% withheld or set aside money for taxes. The 1099-G from NYS Department of Labor will show exactly what you received for the year.
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One thing to keep in mind - you'll need to be actively looking for work and keeping a log of your job search activities. NYS Department of Labor requires you to make at least 3 work search contacts per week. They can ask to see your records at any time so keep detailed notes of where you applied, when, and any responses you received.
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For NYS Department of Labor unemployment eligibility, you need to meet both monetary and non-monetary requirements. Monetary means you earned enough in your base period (usually first 4 of last 5 completed quarters). Non-monetary includes being unemployed through no fault of your own, able and available for work, and actively seeking employment. Your situation with hour reduction should qualify as involuntary unemployment. You'll file weekly claims certifying you're looking for work and report any income. The job search requirement is typically 3 contacts per week but can vary.
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Harper Thompson
•Perfect breakdown, thank you. I think I have enough earnings from last year to meet the monetary part. Just nervous about the whole process.
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Brianna Schmidt
ugh the whole system is so confusing and they make it hard on purpose!! i quit my job because my boss was harassing me and they still gave me a hard time about 'voluntary separation' even though i had documentation. took months to sort out. good luck with yours but prepare for a fight
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Alexis Renard
•Sorry you went through that! Workplace harassment definitely should qualify as good cause for quitting.
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