Dismissed
O-1A
O-1A Dismissed — Tennis (2011): the appeal was rejected on procedural grounds, not on its
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Decision Summary
The appeal was rejected on procedural grounds, not on its merits. The AAO determined the appeal was improperly filed by the beneficiary's representative, as the beneficiary is not considered an 'affected party' with standing to appeal. Furthermore, the appeal was filed more than eight months after the director's decision, making it untimely.
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Sustained National Or International Acclaim Performing Services For Events Proper Party To File Appeal (Standing) Timely Filing Of Appeal
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