We investigate whether omitted family background variables are responsible for high returns to schooloing estimated in Brazil.

When estimating earnings equations for men in the United States, a dichotomous variable for whether or not the man is currently married is often included as a regressor. The coefficient estimate for this variable is most usually large and significant. However, there is rarely much discussion of...

In this paper we examine disparities in the ability to function among older Americans. We place special emphasis on two goals : (1) understanding the quantitatively large socioeconomic status-health gradient, and (2) the persistence in health outcomes over long periods.

Over the last three decades, abortion policy has been among the most contentious of political and legal issues in the united States, In this period, every state has enacted laws and promulgated regulations relating to abortion - such as those regarding the conditions under which abortion is...

Partnerships provide a classic of tradoff between risk spreading and moral hazard. The degree to which firms choose to spread risk and sacrifice efficiency incentive s depends upon risk preferences, for which data are typically unavailable. We use a unique dataset on medical group practice to...