I am a caregiver that was hired by an individual to care for her mother with dementia. I was issued a 1099-NEC that lists my patient as the payer even though she is a total care patient. I do not control my schedule, pay, or supply the materials needed. I also do not advertise or offer my services to the general public. Was I supposed to be issued a 1099-NEC? Shouldn't the person that actually pays me be responsible for issuing me a W-2 and their name listed as the employer? Also, I was not given the 1099-NEC before January 31st and my employer stated that they did not report the income on their taxes. Will I be penalized or held responsible for my employer not withholding taxes or reporting the income they paid me?
