Can I get NY unemployment after quitting job due to injury? Doctor ordered 6 weeks recovery

You might qualify for both, but timing matters here. Since you worked for a week, then got injured, you should look into filing for NY short-term disability (DB) through the employer where you got hurt. Disability pays less than unemployment but doesn't require you to be able to work. Once your doctor clears you to work again, you could potentially reapply for unemployment if you're still jobless. The key for unemployment is being able and available to work - which you're not right now with doctor's orders.

when i broke my foot last yr they said i didnt qualify for disability cuz i hadnt worked long enough at my job... think its like 4 weeks minimum or something. unemployment wont approve u if ur not able to work either so ur kinda stuck in a bad spot

NY State has specific eligibility requirements for both programs: 1) For NY disability benefits (DB), you need to have worked at least 4 consecutive weeks at your employer. Since you only worked one week, you likely don't qualify through this new employer. 2) For unemployment, you must be physically able to work, which doctor's orders prevent right now. However, you might have two options: - If you had a previous employer before your unemployment period, you might qualify for disability through them if it's within the timeframe - Apply for emergency assistance through your local Department of Social Services I'd recommend calling the NY State DB helpline at 877-632-4996 to discuss your specific situation.

I've been in a similar situation before and it's incredibly frustrating!!! The unemployment system has all these rules that don't account for real-life situations like yours. What if you apply for unemployment but don't mention the doctor's restrictions? I know people who've done that when they were in between systems... just saying...

When I had something similar happen in 2024, I found success using Claimyr.com to actually reach someone at the disability office after days of busy signals. They got me connected to an agent in about 20 minutes who explained my options based on my specific work history. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/Rdqa1gKtxuE - definitely worth it when you're dealing with a complex case that falls between programs like yours.

my cousin got hurt at work last year and got workers comp so maybe check into that???

THE WHOLE SYSTEM IS DESIGNED TO MAKE PEOPLE FAIL!! I was in almost EXACTLY your situation in January 2025 and spent WEEKS getting bounced between unemployment and disability with NO INCOME. Both kept saying I should qualify for the OTHER program. It's a joke. Your best bet is to just keep calling until you get someone sympathetic who will actually help.

Another option to consider would be applying for Emergency Assistance to Families (EAF) through your local Department of Social Services. This is designed for temporary financial crises like yours. The application process is separate from both unemployment and disability. You'll need documentation of your medical situation and financial need.

To summarize your options: 1. Check if you qualify for NY disability through a previous employer (if you worked within the last 26 weeks before your injury) 2. Apply for emergency assistance through DSS while waiting to be cleared for work 3. Once medically cleared, apply/reapply for unemployment if your employer still doesn't have work available 4. Consider calling 211 (United Way helpline) which can connect you with additional local resources The key is documenting everything - keep copies of all medical records, work communications, and application confirmations.