Regarding W2 - Employer Issue - Not responding -

[skn239]

Hi All,

 

My previous employer is not providing W2 for the last year, although I contacted him many times. How can I obtain a copy of W2(at least) so that I can file my taxes, and also is there any impact if my previous employer creates an issue with W2.

 

Please advise.

 

 

[JoeF]

Go to the IRS website. They have a form where you can report that you didn't get a W2. They will then contact the employer.

[jairichi]

http://www.irs.gov/uac/Here-is-What-to-do-If-You-Are-Missing-a-W-2

[catx]

Every employer, without exception, is required by federal law to report employee's earnings and provide employees with a W-2 in a timely manner.  Failure to do so by an employer is a violation of federal tax law, and a serious issue for the employer.  There is a process to follow when an employer does not provide a W-2.  Check the IRS web site for the instructions.  (A quick Internet search returned "Missing Your W-2? Here’s What to Do" as the first result.  Google, bing, etc. are useful.)

[pontevecchio]

By now he is legally bound to provide the W2. Give the IRS a call and ask about complaint procedures. They will make him comply.

[omshiv]

Why is he not providing? He does not get any benefit out of it

[t75]

He is required by law to do so. Contact the state DOL.

[Attorney_25]

http://www.irs.gov/taxtopics/tc154.html