Laid off twice in a year - Do I qualify for NY unemployment again?

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Ugh, that sucks. The system is so confusing! I think you should be able to reopen your old claim since it hasn't been a full year yet. But don't quote me on that lol. Have you tried calling the unemployment office? They might be able to give you a better answer.

Hey, I found a method to get someone on the phone. 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

I've been in a similar situation before. Here's what I know based on my experience and research: 1. If it's been less than a year since you first filed your claim, you should be able to reopen your existing claim. You don't need to file a new one. 2. The 10 times benefit rate rule applies to filing a completely new claim after your benefit year ends. Since you're still within your benefit year, this shouldn't apply to you. 3. You should be able to certify for the remaining 8 weeks on your old claim. Make sure to report any earnings from your part-time job accurately when you certify. 4. After reopening your claim, your weekly benefit amount will likely stay the same as it was before, based on your higher-paying full-time job. 5. If you're having trouble reaching someone by phone, try using the online system to reopen your claim. It's usually faster and easier. 6. If all else fails, I've heard good things about using claimyr.com to get through to an agent. It costs a bit, but it might save you a lot of time and stress. Hope this helps! Let us know how it goes.

The unemployment system is such a joke. They make it so complicated on purpose to discourage people from claiming what they're entitled to. Smh 🤦‍♂️

Have you checked if you qualify for partial unemployment? Since you were working part-time, you might be eligible for some benefits even while you were working. Worth looking into!

Guys, always remember to document EVERYTHING when dealing with ny unemployment. Save emails, take screenshots, write down who you talked to and when. It'll save your butt if theres ever a dispute!

lmao welcome to the wonderful world of new york unemployment. Where the rules are made up and your sanity doesn't matter 🤡

Hey OP, any update on your situation? Did you manage to reopen your claim?

I'm dealing with a similar situation right now! Got laid off from my second job this year and the whole process is so confusing. From what I've researched, since you're still within your benefit year, you should definitely be able to reopen your existing claim rather than filing a new one. The 10x benefit rate rule only applies when your benefit year expires and you need to start completely fresh. I'd suggest trying the online reopening first - it's usually faster than calling. And definitely keep track of all your part-time earnings when you certify, they'll need those details. The system is frustrating but hang in there! 💪

Hey Eli! I went through almost the exact same situation last year. Since you're still within your benefit year (it's only been about 9 months since you first filed), you should definitely reopen your existing claim rather than filing new. The good news is your weekly benefit amount should stay the same as before - it's based on your higher-paying full-time job, not the part-time one. When you reopen, make sure to report ALL earnings from your part-time job accurately when certifying. The system can be glitchy online sometimes, so if that doesn't work, definitely try calling right at 8 AM when they open. I had to do that and got through on my third try. You've got this! 👍

I'm going through something similar right now too! Just wanted to add that if you do manage to reopen your claim online, make sure to check your account regularly for any requests for additional information. Sometimes they'll ask for wage verification or other docs and you only have a limited time to respond. Also, I've heard that if you worked part-time while collecting benefits initially, that might actually work in your favor now since it shows you were actively trying to work. The whole system is so confusing but don't give up! Keep us posted on how the phone call goes tomorrow morning. Rooting for you! 🤞

I just went through this exact situation a few months ago! You're definitely on the right track thinking about reopening your existing claim. Since you're still within your benefit year, that's absolutely the way to go - don't file a new claim. The part-time work actually shouldn't hurt you here since your benefit amount is based on your original higher-paying job. When I reopened mine, I was able to do it online after a couple tries (the system can be temperamental). Make sure you have all your part-time earnings documented when you certify - they'll want exact dates and amounts. If the online route doesn't work, that early morning call strategy really does work. I got through on my second try calling right at 8:02 AM. Also, don't stress too much about the 10x rule - that's for brand new claims after your benefit year expires, not for reopening within the same year. You should be able to collect those remaining 8 weeks plus potentially get some retroactive payments if you qualify. Keep pushing through the system - it's frustrating but you'll get there! 💪

I'm dealing with a very similar situation right now and your post really resonates with me! I was also laid off earlier this year, collected unemployment, then took a lower-paying part-time position that just ended. From what I've researched and from reading all these helpful responses, it sounds like you should definitely be able to reopen your existing claim since you're still within your benefit year. The advice about calling right at 8 AM seems to be the golden tip everyone swears by - I'm going to try that myself this week. It's so frustrating how complicated they make this process when people are already stressed about losing their jobs. Thanks for posting this question though, because all the responses here have been super informative for those of us in similar boats. Hoping you get through to them soon and get this sorted out! Keep us updated on how the phone call goes - I think a lot of us would benefit from hearing how it works out. 🤞

I'm in almost the exact same situation! Was laid off from my full-time job last fall, collected benefits for a few months, then worked part-time until recently when that ended too. Reading through all these responses has been incredibly helpful - especially learning about the benefit year vs. new claim distinction. I had no idea about the 10x rule only applying to completely new claims after your benefit year expires. That's a huge relief! I've been putting off dealing with this because the whole system seemed so intimidating, but now I feel like I have a clear path forward. Going to try reopening online first, and if that doesn't work, I'm definitely setting that early morning alarm to call right at 8 AM. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences - it's amazing how much clearer this all becomes when you hear from people who've actually been through it. Fingers crossed we all get this sorted out soon! 🤞

Hey everyone! Just wanted to jump in and share that I'm also dealing with a similar situation right now. Got laid off from my main job early this year, collected benefits for a while, then took a temporary contract position that just ended. Reading through all these responses has been SO helpful - I had no idea about the difference between reopening a claim vs filing a new one within the benefit year! The advice about calling at exactly 8 AM seems to be the consensus here. I'm definitely going to try that approach since the online system has been giving me nothing but headaches. It's honestly ridiculous how difficult they make this process when people are already stressed about losing income. @Eli Butler - really hope your call tomorrow morning works out! Please keep us updated because I think there are quite a few of us in this same boat who could benefit from hearing how it goes. This thread has been way more informative than anything on the official DOL website. Sometimes you really need to hear from real people who've actually navigated this mess! Good luck to everyone dealing with unemployment bureaucracy right now - we'll get through this! 💪