What is a typical reason a representative may decline to represent an individual for SSDI?

A representative may decline to represent an individual for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) primarily if the individual’s disability is not severe enough to meet the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) definition of disability. The SSA requires that the disability must significantly limit the individual's ability to perform basic work activities and must be expected to last for at least 12 months or result in death. Therefore, if a representative assesses that the individual does not meet these criteria, they might choose to decline representation as it is unlikely that the claim would be successful.

The other options do not reflect typical reasons a representative would decline to take on a case for SSDI. For instance, having insufficient income or being too young does not inherently impact the eligibility for representation, as many individuals who qualify for SSDI may not have high income levels or may still be young at the onset of their disability. Additionally, having too many assets is not a disqualifying factor for SSDI; instead, it is more relevant for programs like Supplemental Security Income (SSI), which has strict asset limits. Thus, the severity of the disability is the critical factor that affects a representative's willingness to take a case.