Texas law flatly prohibits any agreement not to file an unemployment claim, and any such agreement is void and unenforceable. Texas law prohibits individuals from qualifying for unemployment benefits while receiving wages paid instead of notice of layoff.Electronically submit return-to-work information to the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC). Instruct them you no longer need your claim, and would like it closed. A hardship waiver is granted to employers who either: Do not have a computer or; Do not have access to the Internet. Deaf, hard-of-hearing or speech-impaired customers may contact TWC through the relay service provider of their choice. To make sure your claim is not delayed, be sure to give complete and correct information. I got terminated from my job. Filled for unemployment and my former employer has lied to EDD. You also cannot waive your right to file for unemployment benefits.