what is the total amount allowed to be earned while on ssdi
Back pay can be paid retroactively up to 12 months prior to your application date, less the 5 month waiting period. SSDI disability lawyers, if you choose to hire one, will be paid 25% of the back pay amount up to the federal maximum amount allowed, which is currently $6,000. Even if you file your SSDI claim immediately after you become disabled, due to the processing time, most SSDI claimants do have back pay.