Remanded
EB-1A
EB-1A Remanded — Music (2022): the Director applied incorrect legal standards during the
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Decision Summary
The appeal was remanded because the Director applied incorrect legal standards during the initial evidentiary review. The Director improperly imposed qualitative requirements on the criteria for judging the work of others and artistic showcases, which should only be considered in the final merits determination. The AAO instructed the Director to re-evaluate the evidence based on the plain language of the regulations.
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Lesser Nationally Or International Recognized Awards Or Prizes Memberships In Associations That Require Outstanding Achievements Published Materials In Professional Or Trade Publications Or Major Media Participation As A Judge Of The Work Of Others In The Field Original Contributions Of Major Significance Authorship Of Scholarly Articles In Professional Publications Or Other Media Display Of Work In Artistic Exhibitions Or Showcases Leading Or Critical Role For An Organization With A Distinguished Reputation High Salary Or Other Significantly High Remuneration In Relation To Others
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