I am on sis and got into a car accident and it was not my fault . The other driver was at fault and I have used my pip to cover

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   Kevin ColuccioPro

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   Answered February 27, 2013 21:44. It is hard to understand your facts. It would seem that using PIP was he right thing to do, but, again, it is hard to follow your question.

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   Christian LassenPro

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   Answered February 27, 2013 23:09. The question is unclear, but appears correct.

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   George Andriotis

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   Answered February 28, 2013 02:31. Cannot follow some of your facts but you appear on the right track.

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   Lars A. Lundeen

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   Answered February 28, 2013 11:05. Are you talking about some specialized Washington State program that goes by the initials "SIS" or you talking about the Federal supplemental security income program (SSI)? If you are really talking about SSI, it is usually income and asset sensitive.
   
   You should speak with your lawyer about how the receipt of a settlement may affect your eligibility. Larger settlements can be protected through the use of a Special Needs Trust. Speak with your lawyer.
   
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