Do I have to pay income tax on workers comp benefits ?

No, and you do not have to report them.

It sounds like you were an employee, either of a roofing company or the contractor that you were working for. If that fails you could join the...

(Workmens Comp. Case) Is an attorney obligated to argue your case if the settlement amount is extremely low

You should ask for and get an analysis of why they think that's a good settlement for you. You could also consult with another attorney but they...

If my Dr says that I have a permanent disability from my injury, does that mean I automatically lose my job.

No, you don't automatically lose your job. Unless it's a tiny company, the employer has an affirmative obligation under FEHA to engage with you in...

What is the statue of limitations of getting injured at work?

With regards to Workers' Compensation, the statute of limitations is usually one year but it can be extended to five years or "tolled," meaning put...

Can my employer legally mandate that I use my vacation for Workers' Compensation?

I agree with my colleagues. I would add that California does not require employers to provide any vacation pay to their employees, so any rights...

Husband got hurt at work 5/8/00 & his case still not settled. Need direction for him to be fully compensated. Poor attorney!!!!

Either there's some mis-communication going on which sounds like it might be more likely, or this is actually fraudulent. Your husband's disability...

Do I need a workers comp lawyer even of I am currently being treated for a work related injury?

It's your right to have a lawyer or not, so the short answer is no, you do not NEED a lawyer. However, some firms, such as mine, offer free...

If I cancel my work comp case will I be held responsible for any costs? I think my lawyer is trying to get me to cancel.

It sounds to me like your attorney unfortunately is not very involved in your case and you may want to get a free consultation from a new attorney....

If I re-injured my back while doing my job, can I apply for workers comp?

Yes, assuming you can prove all this you have a valid claim for California workers' compensation payments and medical treatment. You can apply for...