With all the companies I've worked for, when they do layoffs the employees are given 2 weeks pay.
I've always given 2 weeks notice or more. The old adage of don't burn bridges always applies. In fact, I resigned from my job on Tuesday and told my employer while I'd prefer to leave in 2 weeks, I'll stay on as long as necessary to help make a smooth transition. It looks like I may be there another month.
This. You never know when you'll be applying for another job and your prospective employer will check with previous employers.
Plus, even if your boss is an a-hole, chances are your co-workers who have to pick up your duties when you're gone are not.
I've never worked at a job that didn't give severance when an employee was laid off.
