Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Dentistry (2017): two 'related entities' filed multiple H-1B petitions for
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because two 'related entities' filed multiple H-1B petitions for the same beneficiary without demonstrating a legitimate business need. The AAO found the entities were related due to common ownership and management, and the petitioner failed to resolve discrepancies in the record regarding the beneficiary's proposed full-time employment terms with both companies.
Criteria Discussed
Prohibition Of Multiple Petitions (8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(2)(I)(G)) Definition Of 'Related Entities' Legitimate Business Need Credibility Of Employment Offer Concurrent Employment
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