How to opt out of unemployment benefits with NYS Department of Labor?

Perfect, I found that option! Should I still file my weekly claim for this week since I haven't started the job yet?

That's actually not correct. NYS Department of Labor requires formal notification when returning to work. Just stopping can flag your account for potential overpayment issues if there are any processing delays.

Good point about keeping records. I'll screenshot everything when I submit the return to work notification.

How much does that cost? I've been trying to call NYS Department of Labor for weeks about a different issue.

The service focuses on getting you connected rather than cost. Check out their site for details - it's been a lifesaver for getting through when the regular phone lines are jammed.

I didn't think about the job search log. Thanks for mentioning that!

That's a really important point about wage reporting. I want to make sure I handle this correctly - should I report any orientation or training pay from my first day even if it's just a few hours? Also, do I need to calculate partial week benefits if I'm only unemployed for part of the week when the job starts? I'd rather be overly cautious with NYS Department of Labor than create any issues.

Yes, you should report any wages from your first day, even orientation or training pay. NYS Department of Labor requires reporting all earnings during any week you're claiming benefits. For partial week benefits, if you work any day during a claim week, you need to report those earnings and they'll calculate any partial benefits you're eligible for. When you submit your "Return to Work" notification, include your exact start date and mention any wages earned. It's definitely better to be overly detailed - they appreciate accuracy over having to chase down information later.

Yes, you should definitely report any wages from your first day, even orientation pay. NYS Department of Labor requires reporting all wages earned during any week you're claiming benefits. For partial week benefits, if you start work mid-week, you may still be eligible for partial benefits for the unemployed portion of that week - but you must report the exact dates and wages. When you file your final weekly claim, there should be a section to input wages earned. Better to be transparent about everything and let them calculate the proper benefit reduction than risk an overpayment later.

Yes, you should definitely report any wages from orientation or training, even if it's just a few hours. NYS Department of Labor considers any earnings as reportable wages. For partial week benefits, if you start work on Monday, you'll typically need to report that in your weekly certification and they'll calculate any partial benefits you're entitled to for the days you were unemployed that week. When you file your "Report Return to Work" notification, make sure to include your exact start date and first day of earnings. The system will handle the partial week calculation automatically once you provide accurate information.

Yes, you should report any wages earned during that partial week, including orientation or training pay. NYS Department of Labor considers any earnings as reportable income. For partial week benefits, they'll calculate a reduced benefit amount based on your earnings - usually your weekly benefit amount minus 25% of wages earned over $143. When you file your return to work notification, specify your exact last day of unemployment and first day of work to avoid any confusion. The system will handle the partial week calculation automatically once you report the wages correctly.

Yes, you should definitely report any wages from orientation or training - NYS Department of Labor considers any compensation as reportable income. For partial week calculations, they typically prorate benefits based on the days you were unemployed versus employed during that week. When you file your "Report Return to Work" notification, there should be fields to specify your exact start date and any wages earned. If you're unsure about the partial week calculation, you can always call their customer service line or use that claimyr service someone mentioned earlier to get clarification before submitting. Better safe than sorry with wage reporting!

Yes, definitely report any wages from orientation or training - NYS Department of Labor considers that earned income. For partial week benefits, you'll need to report the exact dates you worked and your gross earnings. The system will automatically calculate any partial benefits you're entitled to for that week. When you file your return to work notification, include your start date and mention that you'll be reporting wages for the partial week. It's always better to be transparent with all earnings to avoid any overpayment issues later.

Yes, you should report any wages from orientation or training - NYS Department of Labor considers any compensation as reportable income. For partial week benefits, if you work any part of a benefit week, you need to report those earnings when you file your weekly certification. The system will automatically calculate any partial benefits you're entitled to. Since you're doing the return to work notification anyway, you can also mention in that form when exactly your employment begins so they have the complete picture. Better to be transparent about everything!

Yes, definitely report any wages from orientation or training - NYS Department of Labor considers any payment from your new employer as earnings that need to be reported. For partial week benefits, you're right to be cautious. Generally, if you work any part of a week, you need to report those earnings when you file your weekly claim for that period. The system will calculate any partial benefits you're entitled to based on your reported wages. Since you're already planning to submit the return to work notification anyway, make sure to include your exact start date and mention any orientation pay in that submission. Better safe than sorry with unemployment reporting!

Yes, you should definitely report any wages from orientation or training, even if it's just a few hours. NYS Department of Labor requires all earnings to be reported for the week they're earned, regardless of the amount. For partial week benefits, you'll need to report the exact dates you worked - the system will calculate any partial benefits you're eligible for that week. When you file your final weekly claim (if you choose to file for the partial week), make sure to enter your work days and gross earnings accurately. It's always better to be transparent with NYS DOL from the start.

Yes, you should definitely report any wages from orientation or training, even if it's just a few hours. NYS Department of Labor requires reporting all gross wages earned during any part of a week you're claiming benefits. For partial week benefits, you'll need to calculate based on your earnings - if you earn more than your weekly benefit amount plus the $50 work incentive allowance, you won't be eligible for that week's benefits. The safest approach is to file your weekly claim for any week you worked partial time and let NYS Department of Labor calculate the benefit reduction rather than trying to figure it out yourself. Just be completely honest about all wages and dates when you submit everything.

Yes, you should definitely report any wages from your first day, even if it's just orientation pay. NYS Department of Labor considers any compensation as wages that need to be reported. For partial week benefits, you'll typically report the exact date your employment started and they'll calculate any prorated benefits automatically. When you submit your return to work notification, include your exact start date and first day of pay - this helps them determine your last eligible week. Better to be transparent about everything upfront!

Yes, you should report any wages from orientation or training, even if it's just a few hours. NYS Department of Labor considers any work-related compensation as reportable wages. For partial week benefits, if you work any part of a week, you need to report those earnings when you file your weekly certification - the system will calculate any partial benefits you're entitled to. When you submit your "Return to Work" notification, make sure to specify your exact start date so there's no confusion about your last eligible week. Better to be transparent about every detail than have them question it later.

Yes, you should absolutely report any wages from orientation or training, even if it's just a few hours. NYS Department of Labor considers any work-related compensation as reportable wages. For partial week benefits, you'll need to report the exact days you worked and your gross earnings. The system will automatically calculate any partial benefits you're entitled to. When you file your final weekly claim, make sure to indicate the specific date your employment started - this creates a clear record of when your unemployment period ended. It's definitely better to be overly detailed than leave anything ambiguous.