Ask for committment (Score 1)

Your history shows instability amongst the previous employers (hence the layoffs). This is a strong argument for you to ask _what future this company can offer you_. In fact, put it in writing - a big fine in case you choose to depart, but also in case the company cares to kick you out ;-) Anyway, all the other prerequisites apply too ofcourse, so make sure you look good - we've learned it makes about 90% difference....