DOL disqualified my UI claim for 'no good cause' to quit - need advice ASAP!
My unemployment claim got disqualified because the DOL says I didn't have a good reason for quitting my job. I'm freaking out and don't know what to do. Has anyone dealt with this before? What kind of documentation should I gather to prove I had a good cause? I really need this money and I'm worried they won't believe me.
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Tom Maxon
I found a way to solve unemployment claim disqualification issues, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XbEGhsuhDVM
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Aisha Khan
Ugh, that sucks. I've been there. You need to gather ANY evidence you can that shows why you had to quit. Emails, texts, doctor's notes, whatever. Be ready to explain your situation clearly and calmly when you talk to them. Good luck!
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CosmicCruiser
Thanks for the advice. I'm worried I don't have enough proof. Do you know if they accept witness statements or anything like that?
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Aisha Khan
Yeah, witness statements can help! Get them in writing if possible. The more official-looking, the better. Maybe even get them notarized if you can.
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Ethan Taylor
Witness statements are good but be careful. Make sure they're from credible sources or DOL might dismiss them. I learned that the hard way 😑
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Yuki Ito
I found a way to actually get someone on the phone at DOL. I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/Rdqa1gKtxuE
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Carmen Lopez
Sounds too good to be true. Is this legit? Anyone else tried it?
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Yuki Ito
Yeah, it's legit. I was skeptical too but it saved me hours of hold time. Worth every penny imo
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Andre Dupont
20 bucks to skip the hold time? Sign me up! 🙌 The DOL phone system is a nightmare
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QuantumQuasar
Idk man, paying to talk to a government agency feels wrong. Shouldn't this be free?
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Yuki Ito
I get where you're coming from, but for me, time is money. I'd rather pay $20 than waste a whole day on hold. To each their own tho
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Zoe Papanikolaou
Here's what you need to know about 'good cause' for quitting in NY: 1. Health and safety reasons are usually accepted 2. Significant changes to your job duties or pay can qualify 3. Harassment or discrimination are valid reasons 4. Family emergencies might be considered Make sure you have documentation for whatever reason you're claiming. The more evidence, the better your chances. Also, even if they initially disqualify you, you have the right to appeal. Don't give up!
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CosmicCruiser
This is super helpful, thank you! My situation falls under #2 - they basically changed my whole job without warning. I'll make sure to gather all the proof I can.
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Jamal Wilson
Great info! Quick question - do you know how long the appeal process usually takes? I'm in a similar boat and getting anxious about the wait.
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Zoe Papanikolaou
Appeals can take anywhere from a few weeks to a few months, unfortunately. The system is pretty backed up right now. Hang in there!
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Mei Lin
lol welcome to the club 🤡 DOL is a joke. They'll find any reason to deny you. Good luck fighting the system
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Liam Fitzgerald
Have you tried reaching out to your local state representative? Sometimes they can help push things along or get you more info. Worth a shot!
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CosmicCruiser
I hadn't thought of that! Do I just google my local rep and call their office?
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Liam Fitzgerald
Yep, exactly! Just explain your situation and ask if they can help. They often have staff dedicated to constituent services.
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Amara Nnamani
Ugh, I'm in the same boat. Been fighting with DOL for months. The whole system is broken. Anyone know if there's a class action lawsuit or something we can join?
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Giovanni Mancini
Not that I know of, but maybe we should start one 😤 This is getting ridiculous
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NebulaNinja
Guys, I know it's frustrating but a lawsuit won't solve anything. Focus on working within the system and providing solid evidence for your case.
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Fatima Al-Suwaidi
Pro tip: Keep a log of EVERY interaction you have with DOL. Date, time, who you talked to, what was said. It'll help if you need to escalate things later.
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CosmicCruiser
Smart idea, thanks! I'll start doing that right away.
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Dylan Mitchell
hey quick question - does anyone know if quitting because of a really toxic work environment counts as 'good cause'? My old boss was a nightmare but idk if that's enough for DOL
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Sofia Morales
It can, but you need to prove it. Document everything - emails, texts, witness accounts. If you reported it to HR, get those records too.
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Dmitry Popov
Been there, done that. It's tough to prove unless you have rock-solid evidence. Good luck!
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