Can I qualify for unemployment without voiding my severance? 3 Answers as of June 13, 2011

I am receiving a severance package after a layoff. Can I see if I qualify for unemployment without voiding my severance?

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Law Offices of Steven A. Fink
Law Offices of Steven A. Fink | Steven Alan Fink
Unemployment claims do not void severance. However, you may not be eligible to start unemployment until severance payments are finished.
Answer Applies to: California
Replied: 6/13/2011
E. Ray Critchett, Zaino & Humphrey, LPA
E. Ray Critchett, Zaino & Humphrey, LPA | Ray Critchett
It sounds like you have a formal severance agreement with your employer. If this is true, an attorney will need to thoroughly review the agreement and also discuss with you how you decided to terminate your employment.
Answer Applies to: Ohio
Replied: 6/13/2011
Rose, Senders & Bovarnick, LLC
Rose, Senders & Bovarnick, LLC | Paul S. Bovarnick
That would depend on exactly what your severance agreement says.
Answer Applies to: Oregon
Replied: 6/13/2011
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