People who aren't Uber drivers are getting tax forms for up to $12K in income, due to identity theft. How to dispute money that you never made

The IRS will assume the reported income is legitimate and expect taxes to be paid, so it’s important to take action quickly.

Identity theft can cost you during tax season: It's 'a terrible reverse lottery,' one victim says

Employment-related identity theft is on the rise. Victims may not find out until tax season.
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Tax season: Protect yourself from employment identity theft

Tax season can bring unexpected challenges for U.S. taxpayers, especially with the rise of employment identity theft. This growing issue can lead to unanticipated tax forms and potential financial ...

Tax scams through the years and what to know this year

The IRS outlines evolving tax scams, from unemployment fraud to social media tax “hacks," and warns taxpayers what to watch ...

IRS warns Americans to beware of dangerous new scams this tax season

The IRS released its 2026 "Dirty Dozen" tax scams list to protect taxpayers from identity theft, phishing emails, fake charities and AI-powered phone fraud schemes.
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Clear Start Tax Issues Consumer Alert: IRS Identity Theft Cases Continue After Filing Deadline

Tax Identity Theft on the Rise in 2025 – Clear Start Tax Urges Victims to Act Quickly to Limit IRS Damage IRVINE, CA / ACCESS Newswire / June 25, 2025 / Even after the April 15 deadline, tax identity ...
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An unexpected tax form in your mailbox could signal identity theft

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