A CRITICAL STUDY ON THE CHALLENGES FACED BY GIG WORKERS

AUTHOR – J.CALEB MANOAH, STUDENT AT THE TAMIL NADU DR. AMBEDKAR LAW UNIVERSITY, SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE IN LAW

BEST CITATION – J.CALEB MANOAH, A CRITICAL STUDY ON THE CHALLENGES FACED BY GIG WORKERS, INDIAN JOURNAL OF LEGAL REVIEW (IJLR), 5 (4) OF 2025, PG. 842-847, APIS – 3920 – 0001 & ISSN – 2583-2344.

ABSTRACT:

The gig economy, which is characterized by independent contracting, freelance work, and temporary contracts, has significantly expanded in the worldwide labor market during the past 20 years. Gig workers operate independently of traditional full-time employment, gaining flexibility but occasionally losing out on perks like healthcare, retirement plans, and job security. The different types of gig work, its drivers, the impact of technology, and the implications for both employers and employees are all examined in this study on the development of the gig economy. Issues faced by gig workers, including unstable economies, a lack of adequate legal protections, and the uncertainty surrounding employer-employee relationships, will be covered in the examination.  The study will examine global responses, legislative trends, and the trajectory of gig work in light of political shifts and technological advancements.

Keywords: Gig workers, Labour, Global, Employee