At the risk of "copping out", my advice is to seek the opinion of a knowledgeable CPA, or other tax professional experienced in this area.
New York City taxable income is based on New York State taxable income, which taxes capital gains as ordinary income. Therefore, yes, NYC taxes capital gains.
The IRS states that only settlements due to physical or emotional injury are non taxable, for instance if you received a settlement for mesothelioma. States however may tax settlements as ordinary income.
Hi~ No, a WC settlement is non-taxable.
It is taxable as capital gains distribution, which is less that ordinary income taxes. You probably need to have a professional prepare the tax return.
If you sold it for more than you paid for it, the difference is a capital gain and taxable. (If you are in the business of selling motorcycles, it is an ordinary gain.) If the motorcycle was for personal use, you cannot claim a capital loss.
It depends on how the premiums for the long-term disability policy are paid. If the premiums are paid with pre-tax dollars (such as through an employer-sponsored plan), then the benefits are generally taxable. However, if you pay the premiums with after-tax dollars, then the benefits are usually not taxable.
Settlement was made out of court as part of a business sale is it taxable
Workers comp payments (whether a settlement or not) are generally not taxable. However, if the payment causes your Social Security benefits to be reduced, the part of the benefit that reduces your SS payment will be treated as if it were an SS payment.
Workers Compensation benefits are completely non-taxable for federal income taxes.
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Law suit settlements from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) are typically not subject to income tax. However, any portion of the settlement designated as back pay may be subject to taxation. It is recommended to consult with a tax professional for guidance on your specific situation.
The IRS defines gross income as the total of earned income plus unearned income. Earned income includes salaries, wages, tips, and professional fees. Unearned income includes taxable interest, ordinary dividends, capital gain distributions, unemployment compensation, taxable social security benefits, etc. For more information, go to www.irs.gov/formspubs for Publication 525 (Taxable and Nontaxable Income).