dismissed L-1B Case: Research & Development
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary possesses specialized knowledge as defined by regulation. The petitioner described the beneficiary's role and Six Sigma skills but failed to provide corroborating evidence demonstrating that the knowledge was specific and advanced within the petitioning organization, as opposed to general skills common in the manufacturing industry.
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