Generally, all punitive damages, any damages for nonphysical injuries or sickness, and any other taxable damages. Report punitive damages even if they relate to physical injury or physical sickness. Generally, report all compensatory damages for nonphysical injuries or sickness, such as employment discrimination or defamation. However, do not report damages (other than punitive damages):

A-Received on account of personal physical injuries or physical sickness;
B-That do not exceed the amount paid for medical care for emotional distress; or
C-Received on account of nonphysical injuries (e.g., emotional distress) under a written binding agreement, court decree, or mediation award in effect on or issued by September 13, 1995.

Damages received on account of emotional distress, including physical symptoms such as insomnia, headaches, and stomach disorders, are not considered received for a physical injury or physical sickness and are reportable unless described in b or c above. However, damages received on account of emotional distress due to physical injuries or physical sickness are not reportable.


So in this case they will be taxable---My interpretation......im no expert

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Azazf,

My first question at the beginning of this thread again comes back

'However, I wonder how the immigration handles such a situation when important papers are lost...' ??

Any clues on that, please.. ?