Economic Impact on Social Security Disability Applications
What impact has the down economy had on Social Security Disability applications? While there has been an increase in disability applications in the last several years, recent research suggestions people do not apply for disability at a greater rate when the unemployment rate is high. Applications for younger individuals (those 45 years old and under) do increase some, but disability applications for older individuals (those over 60) generally do not. Analysts suggest that declining health as persons age is a more important factor in disability applications than the economy. If you have questions or need help with a denied claim, contact our law office for assistance.