How can I check the status of my SSDI claim online in Illinois?
By Hogan Smith
Updated 12/11/2025
Can SSDI benefits be taken away if I go back to work in Indiana? When you return to work while receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) in Indiana, your benefits may be affected but not always immediately stopped. The Social Security Administration (SSA) uses specific rules to determine if your earnings from working impact your eligibility. If you earn above a certain threshold, your benefits could be suspended or discontinued, but there are programs in place, like the Trial Work Period, that allow you to test your ability to work without losing benefits right away. Understanding these rules is crucial to maintaining your SSDI while pursuing employment.
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Income Limits and SSDI Eligibility
Returning to work in Indiana affects SSDI benefits based on:
- Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA) limits determine if your earnings are too high to continue receiving benefits.
- As of 2024, earning more than $1,470 a month usually impacts your SSDI status.
- Gross monthly income from work is considered before deductions.
Trial Work Period (TWP)
The SSA allows you to try working while still receiving benefits:
- Up to 9 months within a 60-month period where you can earn any amount without losing SSDI.
- TWP is designed to encourage people to return to work without immediate penalty.
Extended Period of Eligibility (EPE)
After the TWP ends, the EPE allows:
- 36 months where benefits continue if your earnings fall below SGA.
- Benefits stop if earnings remain over the SGA threshold during this time.
Impact of Work on Benefit Reduction
If you earn too much, the SSA can:
- Reduce or stop your SSDI payments temporarily.
- Allow you to resume benefits if work ends or earnings drop later.
Reporting Requirements
It’s important to:
- Report any work and income changes to the SSA promptly.
- Keep detailed records to avoid overpayment or penalties.
How Hogan Smith Can Help
Hogan Smith supports Indiana SSDI recipients who want to go back to work by:
- Explaining the SSA’s work and earnings rules so you know how employment affects your benefits.
- Advising you on Trial Work Period and Extended Period of Eligibility options to protect your benefits.
- Assisting with reporting income and work activity to avoid overpayments or benefit interruptions.
- Providing expert guidance on appealing any benefit loss due to work activity in Indiana.
Contact Hogan Smith Today
If you are wondering whether your SSDI benefits may be taken away if you return to work in Indiana, contact Hogan Smith today for a free consultation. Our knowledgeable team will help you understand your rights, navigate SSA work incentives, and protect your benefits while you explore employment opportunities.
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