Governmental impediments to the employment of contingent workers

Article Abstract:

The article focuses on labor law as the primary barrier in hiring contingent employees, defined as employees who do not have a long-term employment contract or whose work hours vary nonsystematically. Topics include the Fair Labor Standards Act, tax policy, the Occupational Safety and Health Act, workers' compensation and licensing requirements.

Interpretation and construction, Labor law, Part-time employment, Part time employment, Flexible work hours, Flexible hours

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Self-employment: when nothing else is available?

Article Abstract:

The article examines the circumstances behind the recent growth in self-employment, and concludes that this rise is not due to lack of other job options but is instead a conscious choice. In addition, the vast majority of self-employed persons enjoy what they are doing, and would not want work that fits normative employment descriptions.

Labor market

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Self-employment and dynamic capitalism

Article Abstract:

The article explores how self-employed persons contribute to dynamic capitalism, or the economic development fostered by new, small-sized businesses. It is concluded that self-employment cannot be categorized as under-employment and is not primarily driven by unemployment, and is therefore a viable contributor to the economy.

Small business, Capitalism, Entrepreneurship

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