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Yes, if you earn more than your weekly benefit amount plus $50, you get zero unemployment that week. So with a $504 benefit, if you earned over $554 in a week, no UI payment. But you can still certify and your claim stays active for the following week.
I've been driving for Uber while collecting UI for about 3 months now. A few things to keep in mind: 1) Track ALL your expenses (gas, car maintenance, phone mount, etc.) because you'll need them for taxes, 2) The $50 deduction Ravi mentioned is correct - it's called the "partial benefit credit", and 3) Consider driving during peak hours (Friday/Saturday nights, rush hour) to maximize your earnings in fewer hours. This way you can still dedicate most of your time to job searching. Also, keep detailed records of your job search activities because NYS Department of Labor can audit your work search requirements at any time.
This is really helpful advice! I'm curious about the expense tracking - do you use a specific app or just keep receipts? And when you say "peak hours," roughly how many hours per week are you driving to stay within that sweet spot where you're earning decent money but not jeopardizing your job search availability?
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UPDATE: I finally got it fixed!! The cookie deletion method helped but didn't completely solve it. I ended up using that Claimyr service someone mentioned above to get through to a real person at NYSDOL. Got a callback within an hour and the agent knew exactly what the problem was. Apparently my ID.me verification was stuck in some kind of pending status on their end even though it showed completed on mine. They did a manual override and had me log in while still on the phone with them. Everything works now! Most importantly, the agent was able to let me backdate my certifications for the weeks I missed, so I won't lose any benefits. Such a relief after almost two weeks of stress!
Great news! Glad you got it resolved. For anyone else with this issue, it seems like the fastest solution is getting through to an actual agent who can do the manual override on their end.
SHOCKING that the only way to fix their broken system is to talk to a human...who they make nearly impossible to reach!! But glad you got it fixed!
This ID.me integration has been a disaster for so many people! I went through something similar a few months ago. One thing that helped me was making sure I was logging out of BOTH my NYSDOL account AND my ID.me account completely before trying again. Sometimes having active sessions in both can cause the loop issue. Also, if you're still having trouble after trying all these great suggestions, document everything - keep screenshots of error messages and write down the times/dates you called. This helps when you finally get through to an agent. The system definitely needs to be fixed but at least there are workarounds. Hang in there!
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good luck with this whole process - the unemployment system is such a nightmare to deal with especially when you're already stressed about health issues
I'm really sorry you're dealing with this health situation at work. From what I've read about NYS unemployment law, you should also keep a detailed log of your symptoms and how they relate to your work environment. Document dates when your asthma flares up at work, any incidents with chemical exposure, and your doctor visits. This creates a timeline that shows the connection between your workplace and your health issues. Also, if your company has an HR department, consider filing a formal complaint about the unsafe working conditions - this could strengthen your case that you had no reasonable alternative but to quit. The more documentation you have showing that your health deteriorated specifically due to work conditions, the stronger your unemployment claim will be.
This is really solid advice about documenting everything! I'd also suggest taking photos of any safety data sheets (SDS) for the chemicals you're exposed to at work - these show the health hazards and can support your doctor's assessment. If your workplace doesn't have proper ventilation or safety equipment, document that too. The combination of medical evidence plus proof of unsafe working conditions makes a much stronger case for "good cause" quitting.
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The job listings are hit or miss honestly. But sometimes they post about job fairs or training programs that aren't advertised elsewhere. I ended up getting a lead through a virtual job fair they posted about. Worth checking weekly at least.
I'm in a similar boat - just hit my max benefit amount with months left on my BYE date. It's really discouraging when you're still actively looking for work. One thing I learned from calling around to different agencies is that some local workforce development centers have emergency assistance programs or can connect you with temporary work opportunities while you're between benefits. It might be worth reaching out to your local American Job Center or One-Stop Career Center to see what resources they have available. They sometimes know about programs that aren't widely advertised.
That's really helpful, thanks! I didn't even know about American Job Centers. I'll definitely look into what's available in my area. It's frustrating that we have to dig around to find these resources when we're already stressed about running out of benefits, but I appreciate you sharing what you learned.
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I can understand the confusion - there's definitely a lot of outdated information floating around about unemployment benefits. As others have mentioned, the $600 FPUC was a temporary COVID-era benefit that ended years ago. Currently, your NYS Department of Labor benefit is calculated based on your work history and that's what you'll receive. If you need help with other aspects of your claim or have questions about eligibility, the NYS DOL website has a good FAQ section, though I know it can be hard to navigate sometimes. Hang in there!
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Jeremiah Brown
•Thanks for all the helpful info everyone! I'm new to navigating unemployment benefits and it's definitely overwhelming trying to figure out what's current vs outdated information. I appreciate you all taking the time to clarify - saved me from getting my hopes up about money that isn't coming. The NYS DOL website is pretty confusing but at least now I know what to expect with my weekly payments.
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Nia Thompson
I went through the same confusion when I first started collecting benefits! It's really frustrating how many outdated articles pop up when you search for unemployment info. Just to echo what others have said - your $420/week is your current benefit amount and there's no additional federal money right now. One tip that helped me: bookmark the official NYS DOL website and try to get info directly from there rather than random news articles. The system automatically calculates your weekly benefit, so you don't need to do anything special to get what you're entitled to. Good luck with everything!
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