Feb
I quit my old job in September 07' and moved in early October 07'. My old employer and I had many, many problems and do not like eachother. Every time I need something from them or I needed an old paycheck, it was like pulling teeth with them. Of course now Im having problems getting my W2 from them. They sent it to my old address the 2nd week of jan although they had my new address and I still have not recieved it and today is feb 19th. I contacted them today and they said I need to wait for the old W2 to return to them before they send me out a new one. Is this legal? I think they should just send me a new copy to my new address but they are refusing. What are my options?
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No this is not legal. If you have proof that they have your current address you can file a claim with the IRS. Any employer has to send your W2 form to you by the end of the month of January period. They sent it so they are good there. The thing you will have to prove is that they knowingly sent it to the wrong address. Have you ever received anything from them at your current address? This would be enough proof to file a claim. A claim would take too long so if you have proof they have your new address just call and threaten to file a claim. They do not need to wait for your W2 to be returned, they can issue a new W2. They are just messing with you.
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call the IRS, what they're doing is illegal
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According to the IRS:
If you do not receive the missing or corrected form W2 by February 15th from your employer/payer, you may call the IRS at 1-800-829-1040 for assistance. You must provide your name, address (including zip code), phone number, Social Security Number, dates of employment, your employer/payer's name, address (including zip code), and phone number. The IRS will contact the employer/payer for you and request the missing form. IRS will also send you a Form 4852 (PDF), Substitute for Form W-2 or Form 1099-R.
If you do not receive the missing form in sufficient time to file your tax return timely, you may use the Form 4852. If you receive the missing or corrected Form W-2 or Form 1099 after you file your return and a correction is needed, use Form 1040X (PDF), Amended U.S. Individual Income Tax Return. Refer to Topic 308, Amended Returns, for additional information.