dismissed
H-1B
dismissed H-1B Case: Software Development
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish a valid employer-employee relationship with the beneficiary. The petitioner did not provide evidence of definitive, non-speculative employment for the beneficiary at the time of filing, as the submitted contracts with the end-client did not cover the requested employment period and did not name the beneficiary.
Criteria Discussed
Employer-Employee Relationship Specialty Occupation Non-Speculative Employment
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