Got severance, how does it affect benefits?, machine operator here

My employer is paying severance in instalments and I am not sure whether to file now. I do not usually post, so bear with me. I have a mortgage and need to plan. Who should I ask before signing?

Rules differ by state. I called the claims line and asked directly, then wrote down the answer and the date.

Thanks for writing this out. I went through something close to it 14 months ago, and it got easier once I kept a simple log of every call and form.