[Nascar1966]

Originally Posted by Danzig

you get benefits because you lost your job. it's my understanding that there are requirements that you seek employment in order to qualify for continued benefits. but, the fact remains, if you hadn't been laid off, you wouldn't be unemployed. some may not deserve it, but RIF's or closures mean you are eligible.
i found out i'm eligible. i haven't filed for them, i'm hoping to find work. i've never drawn unemployemnt in my life, and would rather work then take benefits. but if i don't find something in a few weeks, i'll file. i'm not going in a hole.

Best of luck in your search for work.