I am 62 years old and was recently fired. I was given a 3 month severance package and told because of this I could not file for unemployment...

Question

I am 62 years old and was recently fired. I was given a 3 month severance package and told because of this I could not file for unemployment benefits, is that true?

Answer

It is true for the three months they are paying you. After that, you should be eligible based in the state law. Check with unemployment to verify when you would be eligible.