How do employers respond to unemployment claims - NYS Department of Labor process?
I just got laid off from my job at a manufacturing company and filed my unemployment claim with NYS Department of Labor yesterday. My former supervisor mentioned something about them having to 'respond' to my claim but didn't really explain what that means. Do employers automatically fight unemployment claims or is there a specific process they follow? I'm worried they might try to deny my benefits even though the layoff wasn't my fault. Has anyone dealt with this before?
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Anastasia Kozlov
Employers don't automatically fight claims, but they do get notified by NYS Department of Labor when you file. They have about 10 days to respond with information about why you left the job. If it was a legitimate layoff due to lack of work, most employers will confirm that and you shouldn't have issues. They only contest claims if they think you were fired for misconduct or quit without good cause.
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NeonNebula
•That's reassuring! It was definitely a layoff - they eliminated my entire department due to budget cuts. Should I expect any delays in my claim processing?
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Sean Kelly
same thing happened to me last year, my employer didn't contest it and i got approved pretty quick. but my friend got fired for attendance and her company fought it hard
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Zara Mirza
The employer response process works like this: NYS Department of Labor sends them a form called the 'Notice of Unemployment Insurance Claim Filed' within a few days of your filing. The employer must return this form with details about your separation - your last day worked, reason for separation, final wages, etc. If they don't respond within the timeframe, NYS Department of Labor proceeds with your claim based on the information you provided. Employers typically only contest when there's misconduct involved or if they believe you voluntarily quit.
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Luca Russo
•What happens if my employer lies on their response? My boss is vindictive and I'm worried he'll make up reasons to deny my claim even though I was laid off.
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Zara Mirza
•If there's a dispute, NYS Department of Labor will investigate and may schedule a hearing. You'll have the opportunity to present your side with documentation. Keep any emails, texts, or papers showing you were laid off as evidence.
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Nia Harris
ugh the whole system is so stressful! I filed 3 weeks ago and my claim is STILL pending because my old company hasn't responded yet. Like how hard is it to fill out a form?? NYS Department of Labor should just approve claims automatically if employers don't respond on time
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Mateo Sanchez
Most employers just confirm the separation details honestly. The ones who fight every claim usually get flagged by NYS Department of Labor for review. Companies know that fighting legitimate layoffs just wastes everyone's time and can hurt their relationship with the unemployment office for future issues.
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