<prompt> Human: So im getting Compensated for years of meals missed and breaks. Im just wondering how much will i get taxed? Standard or Bonus rate? I have no idea. I live in California. For example Ill get compensated for 10,000. How much will my check be?  <response>: Theres no such thing as a bonus rate. All income is taxed the same. It may be withheld at a higher rate. 