My husband received a settlement for emotional distress from his former employer, is this amount taxable?

He did not receive a 1099 from his former employer for the settlement.

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The tax treatment of this settlement depends on whether the emotional distress is attributable to a personal physical injury or physical sickness.

Please read this IRS document - Emotional distress or mental anguish section for more information.

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