Partner Damien H. Weinstein was recently interviewed by American Financial Advisors on best practices if you receive a severance package as part of your layoff. Damien talks about what specifically to look for in the agreements you signed with your employer (like an NDA or confidentiality agreement), and to pay special attention to the release language in the separation agreement (for example, looking at the financials and benefits). Negotiating enhanced benefits and contingencies can be crucial.
A link to the article can be found here.