New York Labor and Employment FAQs

• Q: How Is My Weekly Benefit Rate Determined?
  A: Your original benefit rate is calculated on your actual high quarter wages. Your weekly benefit rate is one twenty­fifth (1/25) of your high quarter wages. Wages … More
• Q: How Do I Claim My Weekly Benefits?
  A: The office where you file your claim will give you instructions on how to certify for benefits by telephone, or possibly by mailing your coupon. You will receive an … More
• Q: Are Unemployment Insurance Benefits Taxable?
  A: Yes. Any Unemployment Compensation you receive is fully taxable provided you are required to file a tax return. You may have 10% of your benefit check withheld for … More
• Q: What Is The Minimum Age For Employment?
  A: Minors not yet 14 may not be employed at any time, neither after school nor during vacation. Minors 14 and 15 years old may work after school hours and during … More
• Q: Is An Employment Certificate Required?
  A: Minors can obtain employment certificates or permits from the school they attend or from the superintendent of schools in that area. Below is an overview of the … More
• Q: Are Certain Occupations Prohibited For Minors?
  A: According to state law, no one under the age of 18 may be employed in or assist in: Any occupation at construction work, including wrecking, demolition, roofing, or … More
• Q: What Are The Restrictions On The Hours A Minor Can Work?
  A: Click on the following link: Permitted Working Hours Chart. More
• Q: If An Employer Complies With The State Law Does That Guarantee Compliance With The Federal Law Or If The Employer Complies With Federal Law Does That Guarantee Compliance With State Law?
  A: Not in all cases. The rule to follow is that the law that is most restrictive and protects the employee the most is the one that applies. For more information, see … More
• Q: When Is An Employer Liable For Unemployment Taxes?
  A: Different employer types have different liability for contributions under the Unemployment Insurance Law. General Business Employers A general business employer is … More
• Q: How Does An Employer Register As An Employer?
  A: To register, complete the appropriate form as indicated below. General business and domestic employers To register on­line ­ click here NYS­100 … More
• Q: What Is Required Once An Employer Is Determined Liable?
  A: Once an employer is determined liable, an NYS­45, Quarterly Combined Withholding, Wage Reporting and Unemployment Insurance Return is required to be filed with … More

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