‘Ghost jobs’ could soon be illegal in New York

New York state lawmakers recently passed a bill that could help address a major source of frustration for job seekers: listings for jobs that don’t actually exist.

If you’ve applied for countless jobs and rarely hear back, chances are you’ve encountered a phenomenon that has grown increasingly common: “ghost jobs.” 

Sometimes employers post a job listing that seems legitimate—but the company has no intention of hiring for the position. This can be a major source of frustration for job seekers who take the time........

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