In a civil case where the driver is now on SSD, can they courts tap into those payments each month?

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In a civil case where the driver is now on SSD, can they courts tap into those payments each month?

Asked on September 25, 2015 under Accident Law, Pennsylvania

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SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 8 years ago | Contributor

Social security disability can only be garnished "tapped into" for debts owed to the government itself primarily tax debts and for spousal support a/k/a alimony and child support. It cannot be garnished for regular civil debts, including debts arising out of car accidents.


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