H1-B and H4 statuses approved on same date

[billo]

Hello,

 

I have a question that I hope someone can address.

 

I was on H1-B which was valid till July 31 2013. To ensure that I maintain my status, I requested a change of status to H4 before my H1-B status expired.

 

During the month of Aug, I received a new job offer. My new H1-B was filed with premium processing.

 

A few days ago, I checked my case statuses online and I found out that both my H1-B and H4 were approved on same date.

 

• I am confused as to what my current status is? Is it H1-B or H4?
• Since I haven't started working am I on H-4?
• If I decide not to accept the job will I remain at H-4 or will I have to file a new change of status application?

 

Thanks.

 

 

[pontevecchio]

PP always involves a Lawyer. Is it too much to ask to inform the H1 employer of the problem and then ask his Lawyer to fix it?