I am self employed in the state of texas, how can I file for unemployement?

Question

The economy here has all but shut down due to the fuel cost. I have not had a paycheck since April of 2008. There are jobs availible 60 to 70 miles away but none to pay enough to be able to afford to drive there.

Answer 1

You can't.    Even if you paid the insurance, you can not lay yourself off.

Answer 2

Sorry, if you are self employed you aren't eligible for unemployment comp

Answer 3

first of all, call your local Department of Labor.  They should be able to help.

With you being "self-employed" it may be a little more difficult than if you worked for someone else.