Werman told News 5 she's owed a refund of more than $10,000 from the IRS for tax overpayments in 2020 and 2021 and said she's spent dozens of hours trying to track down answers. Werman said the tax return would help her small business continue to maintain payroll for her employees.
“It’s very frustrating that the government that he government is doing that, not only to myself but I’m sure to other people as well," Werman said. “Especially in today’s day and time with prices and everything that are high, we’re trying to keep things going and they’re holding a refund back that was due 18 months ago.”
The IRS told News 5 it will be working toward tracking down Werman's tax refund, but said federal law prohibits them from releasing details about the case. Dilworth said it's crucial businesses and consumers contact the IRS to verify any communications before giving out information.