EDD letter shows current employer as 'last employer' after reporting return to work

This is a common EDD system quirk. When you report returning to work during certification, their automated system sometimes generates a standard follow-up letter that incorrectly frames your current employer as a 'last employer.' It doesn't mean you did anything wrong when certifying. You should still contact EDD to clarify this situation though. Their records need to accurately reflect that you're currently employed, not that you left this job. If left uncorrected, it could potentially cause issues if you ever need to file for unemployment again in the future.

omg same thing happened to me last year! the EDD systems are so messed up lol. i just ignored it and nothing bad happened 🤷‍♀️

YOU NEED TO CALL THEM ASAP!! When I had something similar happen, it caused a HUGE mess with my claim and took MONTHS to fix!!! They thought I had quit a job and almost made me pay back $4,200!!! Don't wait, call them tomorrow morning!!!

I had this exact issue back in December. What happened was that when you marked "returned to work" the EDD system automatically generates a notice about your "last employer" - which in this case is technically your current employer. It's definitely a good idea to contact EDD, but getting through on the phone can be nearly impossible. I spent two weeks trying to reach someone before I discovered Claimyr (claimyr.com). They have a service that helps you get through to an EDD agent much faster. There's a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km Once I got through to an agent, they were able to update my records in just a few minutes and confirmed everything was fine with my claim. Definitely worth clearing this up so it doesn't cause problems later!

its not a big deal man the edd system is weird like that...when u say u returned to work they just assume ur not working there anymore even if u are, probbly becuz most poeple report it when they get fired or quit again but your still getting paychecks so system gets confused

One other important thing to note: When you reported returning to work, your claim wasn't closed - it was just suspended. EDD keeps claims open for a benefit year (typically 12 months from when you first filed), but stops payments once you report full-time employment. If for some reason you lost your job again within that benefit year, you'd potentially be able to reopen the claim rather than filing a completely new one. That's another reason why having accurate employer information on file is important - it affects how they would process any future claim activity.

when i was on unemployment last year i got sooo many random letters that didnt make sense lol. the whole system is messed up. i wouldnt worry about it unless they actually say theres a problem with your benefits

To clarify what's happening: When you certified and reported returning to work, the EDD system correctly stopped your benefits. However, their automated notification system generated a standard letter about your "last employer" that wasn't appropriate for your situation. I recommend taking these steps: 1. Send a message through UI Online explaining the situation (keep it simple and factual) 2. If you don't get a response within 10 business days, then call 3. Keep a copy of the letter and your certification where you reported returning to work This is mostly about making sure your records are accurate. While some people may have ignored similar issues without consequences, it's better to have correct information in the system, especially if you need unemployment benefits again in the future.

I work as a benefits specialist and see this confusion regularly. What happened is completely normal - EDD's system generated an automated "last employer" inquiry because their workflows weren't designed to distinguish between "I returned to work (claim suspension)" versus "I'm no longer working for this employer (potential new claim)." The good news is this doesn't indicate any problem with your certification or claim status. However, I'd strongly recommend contacting EDD to update your records. Even though your claim is currently suspended due to employment, having incorrect employer information could create complications if you ever need to reactivate benefits. The easiest approach is usually through UI Online messaging first, but if you need to speak with someone directly, try calling right at 8:00 AM when the phone lines open - you'll have the best chance of getting through then.

I just went through this exact same situation about 3 weeks ago! Got that confusing "last employer" letter about my current job and panicked thinking I had messed up my certification somehow. Turns out it's just a really common glitch in EDD's system. When you report returning to work during certification (which you did correctly), their automated letter system gets confused and sends out a standard "last employer" inquiry even though you're still working there. I sent a message through UI Online explaining the situation and got a response back in about a week confirming everything was fine and my records were updated. The customer service rep even said this happens "all the time" and that I had certified properly. Don't stress about it - you did everything right! Just reach out to them through UI Online to get your records corrected so there's no confusion if you ever need to file again in the future. The peace of mind is definitely worth it.