It’s not just you: Laid-off workers are struggling to find jobs, according to new data
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The number of recurring jobless claims increased for the eighth consecutive week, according to the Labor Department.
Despite the positive reports about job growth, many workers have found that it’s a tough time to be looking for a new job. If you’re having trouble finding work, you’re not alone. The Labor Department just shared its latest data on jobless claims, and while there was a drop in the number of new claims, recurring applications for unemployment benefits have continued to rise.