Money will probably be one of the first things on your mind when you get laid off. You'll want to ask your employer when and how you will get your last paycheck. They need to give this to you immediately or within your next pay cycle. Some employers may try to stop direct deposit, so you need to make

sure they have your current address if they are mailing you the check instead.

Your employee handbook should outline the exact policy and procedure for this type of situation, but you should also ask your employer in the event they are not paying this but are legally supposed to. That way, you can point out the extra pay you are due per your contract.

Trust us—this happens to people and they don't find out until their unemployment claim gets rejected.

Outplacement services help people find new jobs after they get laid off. Most higher-level managers and executives get these career coaching services when they get laid off.  Meanwhile, the average professional doesn't usually know to ask for these services. Studies show that people

who get outplacement get hired two times faster than those who don't. If the company says they aren't offering outplacement, ask if they would be willing to reimburse you for a subscription to an outplacement services

Health insurance coverage is another big question when you get laid off. You'll need to ask your employer how long your medical benefits will last, and how long you have before you'll have to pay the COBRA premiums, which are much more expensive. Your employer should give you someone to contact about this as well.