Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Rehabilitative Medicine (2012): the motion to reconsider was dismissed because the
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Decision Summary
The motion to reconsider was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the previous decision was based on an incorrect application of law or policy. The petitioner's arguments relied on non-binding district court cases, which were also misquoted or unsubstantiated, failing to meet the burden of proof. The AAO reaffirmed its finding that the petitioner had not demonstrated qualification as a member of the professions holding an advanced degree.
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Member Of The Professions Holding An Advanced Degree Alien Of Exceptional Ability National Interest Waiver Definition Of 'Profession' Definition Of 'Advanced Degree'
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