Disability prevalence and social insurance program participation among workers in selected nonstandard work arrangements.

The article delves into the correlation between nonstandard work arrangements and worker disability status, revealing that nonstandard workers experience higher rates of disability, lower socioeconomic status, and increased reliance on social insurance programs. Utilizing a comprehensive U.S. datase...

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Publicado en:Monthly Labor Review pp. 1 - 18
Autores principales: Galizzi, Monica, Tennant, Jennifer
Formato: Artículo
Publicado: US Department of Labor Nov2024
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Sumario:The article delves into the correlation between nonstandard work arrangements and worker disability status, revealing that nonstandard workers experience higher rates of disability, lower socioeconomic status, and increased reliance on social insurance programs. Utilizing a comprehensive U.S. dataset, the study underscores the necessity for further examination of potential public policies to aid disabled individuals in nonstandard employment. Additionally, the analysis underscores disparities in social insurance program utilization between nonstandard and traditional employees, underscoring the significance of comprehending the effects of nonstandard work arrangements on worker well-being. The cited articles in the text explore the interplay between disability status, job longevity, mental health, and work structures among American workers, emphasizing the impact of precarious employment, temporary work, gig work, and nonstandard work arrangements on workers' health and rights. The research underscores the urgency of updating labor laws to safeguard the well-being and rights of workers in the contemporary era.