Megathrust Earthquake. A megathrust earthquake occurs in subduction zones where two crustal plates are colliding. They have occurred in the Cascadia Subduction Zone in the past and scientists predict another will occur. The 2012 Chile Earthquake and the 2011 Japanese earthquakes were earthquake megathrust events.
The statute defines an âunaccompanied alien childâ as a child under the age of 18 with no lawful status in the United States, and âwith respect to whom (i) there is no parent or legal guardian in the United States; or (ii) no parent or legal guardian in the United
Eligible Foster Child Law and Legal Definition. An eligible foster child is a child placed with a taxpayer by an authorized placement agency or by a judgment, decree, or other order of a court of competent jurisdiction. When such child attains the age of 18, the formal placement comes to an end.