It’s not just you: Laid-off workers are struggling to find jobs, according to new data

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.