dismissed
H-1B
dismissed H-1B Case: Information Technology
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, an IT consulting company, failed to demonstrate that it met the definition of a U.S. employer. The Director found the petitioner did not establish it would have a valid employer-employee relationship with the beneficiary, specifically regarding the right to hire, pay, fire, supervise, or otherwise control the beneficiary's work.
Criteria Discussed
Employer-Employee Relationship Specialty Occupation
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