Why would I be denied unemployment benefits by NYS Department of Labor?
I just got laid off from my warehouse job after 2 years and I'm thinking about filing for unemployment but I'm worried I might get denied. What are the main reasons NYS Department of Labor denies people? I left my previous job before this one because my boss was making the workplace really hostile but I'm not sure if that counts as good cause. Should I even bother applying or will they just reject me automatically?
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Ivanna St. Pierre
The most common reasons for denial are: 1) Quitting without good cause 2) Getting fired for misconduct 3) Not being able and available for work 4) Refusing suitable job offers 5) Not meeting the wage/work requirements. Since you were laid off from your current job, that shouldn't be an issue. The previous job situation might come up during adjudication though - they'll look at your entire work history.
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Esteban Tate
•Thanks! Do they really dig into every single job you've had? I'm worried about that hostile workplace situation from before.
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Elin Robinson
You should definitely apply! Being laid off is usually a straightforward approval. Even if there are questions about your work history, you can explain your side during the adjudication process. NYS Department of Labor will send you forms to fill out if they need more info about why you left previous jobs. Don't let fear stop you from getting benefits you're entitled to.
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Atticus Domingo
•This is good advice. I had issues with a previous employer too and still got approved. They mainly care about your most recent separation.
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Beth Ford
ugh the whole system is so confusing and they make it seem like they're looking for any excuse to deny you!! I've been waiting 3 weeks just to hear back about my claim and I'm going crazy
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Esteban Tate
•3 weeks?? That's making me even more nervous about applying. How long is this process supposed to take?
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Elin Robinson
If you're having trouble getting through to NYS Department of Labor to check on your claim status, I used a service called Claimyr that helped me reach an actual agent. You can check it out at claimyr.com - they have a video demo at https://youtu.be/qyftW-mnTNI that shows how it works. Really helped when I was stuck in adjudication limbo and needed answers.
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Beth Ford
•is that legit? I'm so desperate at this point I'll try anything to get through to someone
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Elin Robinson
•Yeah it's real, they basically help you get through the phone queues. Saved me hours of trying to call myself.
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Morita Montoya
just apply already! worst case they say no and you appeal it. I got denied first time because of some paperwork issue but got it sorted out on appeal. you're overthinking this
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Esteban Tate
•You're probably right, I just don't want to mess anything up. Did the appeal process take long?
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