Will EDD notify my new part-time employer about my active unemployment claim?

EDD absolutely WILL notify your new employer!! They sent paperwork to mine when I was working part-time while on benefits and it caused so many problems!!! My boss thought I was lying about my hours and almost fired me. The EDD system is designed to TRAP people!!!!

The previous commenter is not entirely correct. EDD doesn't automatically notify your new employer just because you have an open claim. However, when your new employer reports your wages to the state (quarterly), EDD's system will cross-reference that with your certifications to ensure they match. What you should do: 1. Report your part-time work and earnings accurately when you certify every two weeks 2. Keep track of your hours and pay for your own records 3. Understand that you can still receive partial unemployment benefits if your part-time earnings are less than your weekly benefit amount You don't necessarily need to inform your new employer about your unemployment claim unless there's a specific reason to do so. Just make sure you're reporting everything correctly on your certifications.

wat are penalty weeks? never heard of that b4

I was in almost the same situation last year! EDD doesn't notify your new employer about your claim status - that would actually be a privacy issue. They might contact your new employer to verify your employment if they have questions about your reported earnings, but they don't just randomly tell them "hey this person is on unemployment." You definitely need to report your part-time earnings each time you certify though. They'll reduce your weekly benefit based on what you earn (I think it's something like they subtract 75% of your earnings from your benefit amount). What's the deal with the penalty weeks though? I've never heard of that.

I tried calling EDD 32 times last month to ask a similar question and couldn't get through at all. Ended up using a service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that got me connected to an EDD rep in about 20 minutes. They have a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/JmuwXR7HA10?si=TSwYbu_GOwYzt9km The rep told me that EDD doesn't proactively notify new employers about your unemployment status. They only contact employers to verify information you've provided. As long as you report your new job and earnings accurately when you certify, you should be fine. The rep also explained that it's actually illegal for employers to discriminate against you for having an unemployment claim.

When I worked in HR, we occasionally got notices from EDD about new hires who were collecting unemployment, but it wasn't automatic - it usually happened if there was a discrepancy or audit. The main thing is that you need to report your new part-time income accurately when you certify for benefits. Since you'll be working part-time, you may still qualify for partial unemployment depending on how much you earn compared to your weekly benefit amount. Regarding whether to tell your new employer - that's really a personal choice. There's no requirement to disclose this information, and many would argue it's none of their business. However, if you work in a small company where the owner/manager directly handles payroll reporting, they might eventually notice the EDD verification requests if they come through.

This happened to my cousin and her new boss got really mad about it! Said she was trying to cheat the system! Be careful!!!!

I think your spending to much time worrying about this. Just take the new job and forget about EDD. Why even bother reporting the part time work? Its not like there going to know unless someone tells them lol

One more thing regarding your penalty weeks - make sure you continue certifying for benefits during these weeks even though you won't be paid. Missing certifications during penalty weeks can cause your claim to become inactive. And once you start your new job, you'll need to report those earnings starting with your first day of work (not your first paycheck).

Just to give you some peace of mind - I've been working part-time at a brewery for about 8 months while receiving partial unemployment, and my boss has never mentioned getting any communications from EDD about my claim. I've been reporting all my earnings correctly each certification period. So in my experience, no, your new employer won't be notified about your claim status.

Hey Amara! I went through something very similar earlier this year and wanted to share my experience. I was working part-time at a bookstore while collecting partial unemployment benefits, and my employer never received any notification from EDD about my claim status. The key things I learned: - Report your earnings accurately on the week you work, not when you get paid - Keep detailed records of your hours and pay (I use a simple spreadsheet) - Your weekly benefit will be reduced by about 75% of what you earn, but you can still receive partial benefits if your earnings are below your weekly benefit amount I actually ended up having a conversation with my manager about it a few months in (not required, just felt more comfortable being open), and she was totally understanding. She said several other employees had done the same thing and it's completely normal. Don't stress too much about it - just focus on doing well at your new job and being honest with your certifications. Good luck with the new position!

I'm actually dealing with a similar situation right now - just started a part-time retail job while on partial unemployment benefits. Based on what I've learned from talking to EDD and my own experience so far, your new employer won't be automatically notified about your claim status. The most important thing is to report your new job and all earnings accurately when you certify every two weeks. Make sure you report based on when you actually work (not when you get paid), and keep detailed records of your hours and wages. Since you're working part-time (25 hours/week), you'll likely still qualify for partial unemployment benefits as long as your weekly earnings are less than your weekly benefit amount. The formula is roughly that they'll reduce your benefits by about 75% of what you earn. I wouldn't worry too much about telling your new employer unless you want to - it's really not their business and there's no legal requirement to disclose it. The key is just being completely honest with EDD about your work and earnings. You've already learned that lesson with the penalty weeks situation, so you're probably going to be extra careful about reporting everything correctly going forward. Congrats on landing the new job! Focus on doing well there and don't stress too much about the EDD side of things as long as you're being truthful in your certifications.

I've been in a very similar situation and can offer some reassurance! I started a part-time job (about 20 hours/week) while collecting unemployment benefits last year, and EDD never directly notified my employer about my claim status. What I learned through the process: - EDD doesn't automatically send notifications to new employers about your unemployment claim - They may contact employers to verify employment/wage information if there are discrepancies, but this is different from notifying them about your claim status - You must report your new job and all earnings when you certify (report based on work dates, not pay dates) - Keep detailed records of hours worked and wages earned for your own protection Since you're working part-time at 25 hours/week, you'll likely still qualify for partial benefits if your weekly earnings are below your weekly benefit amount. The reduction is typically around 75% of your gross earnings. Given that you've already dealt with penalty weeks from unreported income, I can tell you're committed to doing things correctly this time. Just focus on accurate reporting during certification and you should be fine. There's no legal requirement to tell your new employer about your unemployment claim - that's entirely your choice. Good luck with the new job! The fact that you're being proactive about understanding the rules shows you're handling this responsibly.

I work in payroll for a mid-sized company and can confirm what others have said - EDD does not automatically notify employers when someone has an active unemployment claim. The only time we might hear from EDD is if they need to verify employment dates or wages that don't match what someone reported on their certification. Here's what actually happens from the employer side: - We report wages quarterly to the state (this is standard for all employers) - If there's a discrepancy between what you report and what we report, EDD might reach out to verify - But they're not telling us "hey, this person is collecting unemployment" - they're just verifying work/wage information Since you're being proactive about reporting your new part-time income correctly, you shouldn't have any issues. The key is consistency between what you tell EDD and what actually shows up in your employer's wage reporting. Also, just a heads up - make sure when you report your earnings that you're reporting gross pay (before taxes), not net pay. That's a common mistake that can cause problems down the line. You've got this! Focus on doing well at your new job and don't stress about the EDD side as long as you're being honest with your certifications.

I'm new to this community but wanted to share my recent experience since it sounds very similar to yours! I just went through almost the exact same situation a couple months ago - was laid off from my full-time job, approved for EDD benefits, and then started a part-time position while still collecting partial unemployment. Here's what I learned: - Your new employer will NOT be automatically notified about your unemployment claim. EDD only contacts employers to verify wage/employment information if there are discrepancies, not to inform them about your benefit status - You absolutely must report your new part-time earnings when you certify (based on when you work, not when you get paid) - Keep detailed records of your hours and gross pay for each week - You can still receive partial benefits if your weekly earnings are less than your weekly benefit amount The anxiety you're feeling is totally normal - I was worried about the same thing! But after several months of working part-time while on partial benefits, my employer has never received any communication from EDD about my claim status. Given that you've already dealt with penalty weeks and learned that lesson about accurate reporting, you're clearly committed to doing things right this time. Just focus on being honest with your certifications and doing well at your new job. There's no legal requirement to tell your employer about your unemployment claim - that's entirely your personal choice. Welcome to the community, and congratulations on landing the new position! You've got this!

I went through this exact situation about 6 months ago and can definitely put your mind at ease! I started a part-time job at a local cafe (around 20-25 hours per week) while collecting partial unemployment benefits, and my employer never received any notification from EDD about my claim status. Here's what I wish I had known going in: - EDD doesn't proactively notify employers about your unemployment claim - they only contact them if they need to verify wage/employment information due to discrepancies - You'll likely still qualify for partial benefits since you're working part-time, as long as your weekly earnings are below your weekly benefit amount - The benefit reduction is typically around 75% of your gross weekly earnings - Always report earnings for the week you actually worked, not when you receive the paycheck Since you've already been through the penalty weeks situation, you clearly understand the importance of accurate reporting now. Just keep being honest with your certifications and focus on doing well at your new job. There's absolutely no requirement to tell your new employer about your unemployment claim - that's completely your personal choice. The fact that you're being so thoughtful and proactive about following the rules properly shows you're handling this responsibly. Don't let the anxiety overshadow what should be a positive step forward - congratulations on landing the new position! You've got this!

I'm going through almost the exact same situation right now! I was laid off from my marketing job in September, went through the eligibility process, and I'm currently serving penalty weeks for some freelance work I didn't report correctly last year. I just got hired for a part-time position at a nonprofit (about 20 hours/week) and start next Monday. Reading through all these responses has been incredibly helpful - I had the same worries about EDD notifying my new employer. It's reassuring to see so many people confirm that employers aren't automatically notified about your unemployment claim status. The consensus seems clear: as long as you report your earnings accurately when you certify, you should be fine. I'm definitely going to keep detailed records of my hours and gross pay like several people suggested. After dealing with penalty weeks, I never want to go through that stress again! It's also good to know about reporting based on work dates rather than pay dates - that could have easily tripped me up. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences. It's amazing how this community can turn a stressful situation into something much more manageable just by sharing knowledge and support!

I just wanted to add my experience as someone who's been working part-time while on partial unemployment for about a year now. I work at a small veterinary clinic (about 22 hours/week) and have never had any issues with EDD notifying my employer about my claim status. The key points that have worked for me: - Always report your gross earnings for the actual week you work (not when you get paid) - Keep a simple log of your daily hours and wages - I just use my phone's notes app - Remember that working part-time while on benefits is completely legal and common - Your weekly benefit will be reduced by roughly 75% of what you earn, but you can still receive partial payments I actually did choose to tell my supervisor about my situation early on, not because I had to, but because I wanted to be transparent. She was completely understanding and said several other employees had done the same thing during tough times. But that was purely my choice - there's absolutely no requirement to disclose this. The anxiety you're feeling is so normal, especially after dealing with penalty weeks. But honestly, once you get into the routine of accurate reporting, it becomes pretty straightforward. Focus on doing great at your new job - that's the most important thing right now. Congratulations on the new position and good luck!

I can relate to your anxiety about this situation! I went through something very similar about 8 months ago when I started a part-time job at a local restaurant while still on unemployment benefits. Like you, I was really worried about whether my new employer would somehow find out about my claim. Here's what I learned from my experience: - EDD does NOT automatically notify your new employer about your unemployment claim status - this would actually be a privacy violation - They only contact employers to verify wage/employment information if there are discrepancies in reporting - You absolutely must report all earnings accurately when you certify (learned this the hard way myself!) - Keep detailed records of your hours and gross pay - I use a simple notebook that I keep in my car Since you're working 25 hours/week part-time, you'll likely still qualify for partial benefits as long as your weekly earnings are below your weekly benefit amount. The reduction is typically around 75% of your gross earnings. The fact that you're being so careful about following the rules properly after your penalty weeks experience shows you're handling this responsibly. I totally understand the stress, but honestly once you get into the routine of accurate reporting every two weeks, it becomes much more manageable. Congratulations on landing the new job! Try not to let the EDD worries overshadow this positive step forward. You've got this!