Can you apply for unemployment after disability benefits end in NYS?

You might be able to qualify but it depends on your work history before the disability period. NYS Department of Labor looks at your earnings in the base period which is usually the first 4 of the last 5 completed quarters before you file. If you worked enough before going on disability, you could still have qualifying wages.

yeah i think you can but you have to prove youre able and available to work now. since you were on disability they might question that part

The key requirement is being able and available for work. Since your disability benefits ended because you're medically cleared to work, that should satisfy the able requirement. You'll need documentation from your doctor or the agency that ended your disability benefits showing you're cleared for employment. When you file with NYS Department of Labor, be prepared to explain the gap and provide medical clearance.

I was in a similar situation two years ago. Had to jump through some hoops to prove I was ready to work but eventually got approved. The hardest part was actually reaching someone at NYS Department of Labor to explain my situation - kept getting hung up on or transferred around. Finally used a service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that got me through to an actual agent who could review my case properly. They have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI that shows how it works. Made the whole process way less stressful.

Just make sure you file as soon as possible if you're eligible. The waiting week and all that starts from when you file, not when you figure out if you qualify.

I went through this exact situation about a year ago! The process was definitely manageable once I understood what they needed. You'll want to gather your medical clearance documentation before filing - I had to get a letter from my treating physician stating I was medically able to return to work, plus the official notice from Social Security about my benefits ending. The NYS DOL was actually pretty understanding about the disability gap once I explained it properly. The trickiest part was proving I was actively seeking work, so make sure you're documenting your job search activities from day one. Good luck with your application!