<prompt> Human: Ive been at this company for more than three years, and am being let go as part of restructuring. The company is being sold to a previous employee and he cant afford to keep some of us.I asked my boss about severance and he said it wouldnt be offered, but they wouldnt refute any unemployment claims. Im woefully ignorant on the program and assumed it was just for drug addicts, homeless, and those who sincerely need help.I imagine it will take me a few weeks to find a new job, so should I swallow my pride and apply for unemployment?  <response>: Sure thats whats it for. 