Dumb question about W-2 form ...

[Akoto]

Can an ex-employer refuse to provide you with your Form W-2 (for taxes)?

My mom left her previous employer under bad terms, as she was treated poorly after returning to work - still recovering - from a heart attack. This was a year ago. She called yesterday to ask if her W-2 was available. One of the employees she'd had a problem with then called this morning, saying she didn't need to be coming around the shop!

[DS1]

1. Hell no

They have to have it sent before the end of January, if I recall correctly.


Call the IRS on those bastards.

[Sweet Freedom]

2. I found this in an advice forum...

The employer had until 1-31 to provide W-2s, and if they placed in the the mail in time to be postmarked on that date they are legal no matter how long it takes for them to be delivered.

The IRS will not accept complaints about W-2s not received until February 15. If, however, you have not received one by then and they refuse to submit a copy to you, you can contact the IRS for assistance.

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I agree that I would contact the IRS.

Good luck to your mom!