Social security disability

In 2023 I received SSD status.  I also received back from when I filed for SSD.  The amount was described as :

Pd by direct deposit -     $31288

Attorney fees -                    $7200

Total additions-                 $38488

Benefits for 2023-              $38488

 

My question is are the attorney fees taxable to me and since I am disabled why am I paying taxes a on more than 50% of the total amount above?

Mike