David Parsons & Associates Inc. v. Ridge

MEMORANDUM ***

The agency did not abuse its discretion in denying the visa petition under the first three criteria set forth in 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A). The agency provided legitimate reasons, and those reasons are supported by substantial evidence. But, the agency provided no explanation as to why the evidence was insufficient to qualify for an H-1B visa under the fourth criterion. Nor did the agency indicate what additional evidence would satisfy this criterion. The agency thus abused its discretion by failing to articulate specific and legitimate reasons for denying relief. See Earth…