EAD and H1 B Status

[senthilkc]

JAXEN - After getting EAD can I take up second job using EAD, maintaining my primary sponsor's H1 job as well.

 

[goodsaint]

Any use of EAD (like taking up second job) cancels H1 status.

 

[jaxen]

U cannot be both on h1 and EAD

U should use EAD with both employers.

 

[bir999]

ead v/s H1b

Dear Mr Jaxen
I recently recieved EAD cards, can you please explain if i should stay on H1b or switch to EAD by filling out I-9 form, and what are pros and cons I have one and half years remaining on my H-1b