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posted Jun 6, 2019 6:05:42 AM

If i was on workman's comp last year for 5 months with a benefit do i claim it and pay taxes on it although i couldn't work?

no deduction were taken but i have the totals that i recieved

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Level 15
Jun 6, 2019 6:05:43 AM

No.  Workers compensation is not taxable and you do not enter it on your tax return.  Just enter your other income such as the income reported on your W-2 or any 1099's

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Level 15
Jun 6, 2019 6:05:43 AM

No.  Workers compensation is not taxable and you do not enter it on your tax return.  Just enter your other income such as the income reported on your W-2 or any 1099's