Do i have to resign if i recieve a lump sum from a workers comp. case against my employer?

It depends, but usually yes. It is not a requirement and many times, it may not be a condition of settlement.However,the insurance carrier can require you to resign as a condition of settlement. They are trying to prevent the situation where you injured your right shoulder , get paid a lump sum and continue working and the next week you again injure your right shoulder.( aggravations of preexisting injuries are covered in Virginia).For more information, you can go to my website and order my free book on Virginia Workers Compensation.