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There are 23 resources  
Am I Eligible for Unemployment? How do I apply? - (6)
What if I am denied benefits? - (1)
Unemployment Compensation for Ex-Servicemembers (UCX) - (2)
Keeping your unemployment benefits and other issues - (3)
More information - (4)
I do not speak English, what is my right to receive information in my language? - (7)
  Am I Eligible for Unemployment? How do I apply?
 
   How to File an Unemployment Insurance Claim (Separate Website)
Provides information about how to apply and what documents are required.
By: New York State Department of Labor
  
   
   Unemployment Insurance Division - New York State Department of Labor (Separate Website)
Information on how you can go online to file your application, claim weekly benefits, and check when your most recent check was mailed to you.
By: New York State Department of Labor
  
   
   How to Apply for Unemployment Insurance Benefits (Separate Website)
Information on applying for unemployment insurance.
By: South Brooklyn Legal Services (A Program of Legal Services NYC)
 
  
   
   Frequently Asked Questions: Extended UI benefits for workers who do not live in the state where they worked This link opens a PDF file in a new window.  If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. (Separate Website)
Questions and answers about extended Unemployment Insurance benefits for workers who do not live in the state where they worked.
By: National Employment Law Project
  
   
   Immigrants' Eligibility for Unemployment Compensation This link opens a PDF file in a new window.  If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. (Separate Website)
This fact sheet explains how you can qualify for unemployment benefits if you are an immigrant.
By: National Employment Law Project

    Read this in: Spanish / Español
  
   
   New York City: Employment Rights and Benefits for Survivors of Domestic and Sexual Violence This link opens a PDF file in a new window.  If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. (Separate Website)
Domestic or sexual violence often affects victims or survivors at work. Victims may need time off to address the violence. They may also need changes made at work to stop the abuser or perpetrator from harassing them at work or to make the workplace safer. Some victims are illegally fired because of the violence. This pamphlet discusses the New York City laws protecting abuse victims from problems at work.
By: Legal Momentum

    Read this in: Chinese / 中文 , Spanish / Español
  
   
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  What if I am denied benefits?
 
   Handbook on How to Represent Yourself in an Unemployment Insurance Hearing This link opens a PDF file in a new window.  If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. (Separate Website)
This booklet explains what to expect on the day of the unemployment insurance hearing, how to present your case at the hearing, and what to do after the hearing.
By: MFY Legal Services, Inc.
  
   
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  Unemployment Compensation for Ex-Servicemembers (UCX)
 
   Unemployment Compensation for Ex-Servicemembers (UCX) (Separate Website)
This article provides general information about unemployment benefits for soldiers leaving the military
By: Stateside Legal
  
   
   Can I Use Military Service to Establish a Claim? (Separate Website)
Information about using military service to establish a claim for unemployment benefits
By: New York State Department of Labor
  
   
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  Keeping your unemployment benefits and other issues
 
   Getting Unemployment Benefits and Keeping Them This link opens a PDF file in a new window.  If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. (Separate Website)
This fact sheet explains the steps for applying for unemployment insurance, how a decision is made, and the reporting rules that must be followed to keep your benefits.
By: National Employment Law Project

    Read this in: Chinese / 中文
  
   
   New York State Unemployment Insurance Prevailing Wage Database (Separate Website)
If you are receiving unemployment insurance, you can use this calculator to find out when you are allowed to turn down a job because the pay is too low. Just enter your county and type of work to find out your "prevailing wage" and "cutoff wage".
By: New York State Department of Labor
  
   
   Domestic Violence / Unemployment Insurance (Separate Website)
This fact sheet describes how your employer must make "reasonable accommodations" to keep you safe at your workplace and make it possible for you to keep your job. This fact sheet also describes your rights to unemployment insurance if you are the victim of domestic violence.
By: South Brooklyn Legal Services (A Program of Legal Services NYC)
 
  
   
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  More information
 
   Unemployment Insurance Benefits Online (Separate Website)
Link to the New York State Department of Labor's webpage for filing a claim on-line for unemployment benefits
By: New York State Department of Labor

    Read this in: Spanish / Español
  
   
   Employment Law Handbook for Non-Lawyers This link opens a PDF file in a new window.  If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. (Separate Website)
If you have legal questions about your rights at work, this handbook can help you!
By: City Bar Justice Center
  
   
   Unemployment Insurance Definitions (Separate Website)
Here are definitions of many of the words and phrases you may need to know when applying for unemployment insurance benefits.
By: New York State Department of Labor
  
   
   English-Spanish Glossary of Legal Terms & Phrases This link opens a PDF file in a new window.  If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. (Separate Website)

By: United States Department of Justice

    Read this in: French / Français , Spanish / Español
  
   
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  I do not speak English, what is my right to receive information in my language?
 
   Obtaining unemployment benefits in New York State: What you should know if you do not speak English This link opens a PDF file in a new window.  If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page.
If you do not speak English, the New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) must provide assistance to help you access their programs and services. While the NYSDOL does provide some language assistance, there are still challenges. This resource provides a checklist of the free language assistance currently available when obtaining your unemployment benefits and problems you should be aware of.
By: LawHelp NY
  
   
   Do You Have Trouble Speaking and Understanding English? Know Your Rights!
If you have trouble speaking and understanding English? Know Your Rights!
By: Legal Services NYC
 
    Read this in: Arabic / العربية , Chinese / 中文 , Haitian Creole / Kreyòl ayisyen , Korean / 한국어 , Russian / Pусский , Spanish / Español
  
   
   Do you have trouble with English? Are you unable to to speak, read, write, or understand English well? This link opens a PDF file in a new window.  If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. (Separate Website)
Did you know federal agencies and organizations that get money from the federal government have to provide reasonable services to assist you? Learn more.
By: Federal Interagency Working Group on LEP
  
   
   Video: How to Work with Interpreters (Separate Website)
In this video, you will learn some basic tips that will allow you to communicate effectively and easily through an interpreter with a person who doesn't speak your language.
By: Legal Services of New Jersey

    Read this in: Spanish / Español
  
   
   English/Arabic Legal Glossary This link opens a PDF file in a new window.  If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. (Separate Website)

By: Legal Glossary of Sacramento

    Read this in: Arabic / العربية
  
   
   If I need to quit my job due to domestic violence, can I get unemployment benefits? (Separate Website)
If you have to quit your job due to domestic violence, you may be entitled to unemployment benefits.
By: WomensLaw.org

    Read this in: Spanish / Español
  
   
   Workplace Protections (Separate Website)
Being a victim of domestic violence can affect many parts of your life, including your job. Under New York's employment discrimination law, you cannot be discriminated against by an employer due to your status as a domestic violence victim. You may file a complaint against an employer if you feel that s/he has fired you, refused to hire you, or treated you differently than other employees based on your status as a victim of domestic violence. Also, if you have to quit your job due to domestic violence, you may still be entitled to unemployment benefits. The laws that protect you are explained.
By: Womenslaw.org

    Read this in: Spanish / Español
  
   
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