INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana Odar offices
At the Office of Disability Adjudication and Review (ODAR) in Indianapolis, INDIANA, 22 different administrative law judges (ALJ) conduct Social Security Disability (SSD) hearings and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) hearings. Currently, in Indianapolis, the average wait time for a SSI or SSD hearing is 13 months. The average case processing time in Indianapolis is 464 days. The Indianapolis average for winning a SSI or SSD disability hearing is 48%. Click on the name of one of the ALJs below to see detailed information about their hearing results. This information for the Indianapolis ODAR office was last updated on 10/01/2021.
AVERAGE STATISTICS
| Office | Judges | Avg. Hearing | Average Processing Time |
Avg. Depositions Per Day Per ALJ |
Cases Dismissed |
Cases Approved |
Cases Denied |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| INDIANAPOLIS | 22 | 13.0 months | 464 days | 2.0 | 15% | 48% | 36% |
| INDIANA | 11.8 months | 419 days | 2.0 | 18% | 46% | 36% | |
| National Average: | 11.8 months | 418 days | 1.9 | 18% | 44% | 38% | |
AVERAGE TIME
| Hearing Wait Time |
Depositions Per Day Per ALJ |
Average Processing Time |
Cases Pending |
Depositions | New Cases | Hearings In Person |
Video Hearings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| months | days | % | % |
LIST OF JUDGES / 38
| Full Name | Dismissed | Approved | Denied |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mark C Ziercher | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Shreese M Wilson | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Gladys Whitfield | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| T. Whitaker | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Tammy H Whitaker | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| David L Welch | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Thomas L Wang | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Kevin Walker | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Shelette Veal | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Albert J Velasquez | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Timothy Turner | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Charles J Thorbjornsen | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Yvonne K Stam | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Kimberly Sorg-Graves | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Ann Rybolt | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Fredric Roberson | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| D L Pickett | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| D. L Pickett | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Dennis L Pickett | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Jody H Odell | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Mary Beth O'Connor | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| James R Norris | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Livia Morales | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| John H Metz | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Jeffrey Mastin | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Daniel J Mages | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Monica LaPolt | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Teresa A Kroenecke | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Reinhardt Korte | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Ronald T Jordan | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Joan Ho | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Robert E Hanson | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Scot Gulick | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Blanca B de la Torre | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Stephen E Davis | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Belinda J Brown | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Charles W Ardery | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Peter C Americanos | 0% | 0% | 0% |
181 Comments
I think this judge id v.bBery sympatetic and fair
I think this judge id v.bBery sympatetic and fair
I think this judge id v.bBery sympatetic and fair
I think this judge id v.bBery sympatetic and fair
Judge: Charles W Ardery was very nice when i went for my hearing.
Judge: Charles W Ardery was very nice when i went for my hearing.
Judge: Charles W Ardery was very nice when i went for my hearing.
Judge Ardery was very nice and respectful. Was also very fair during my hearing.
Judge Ardery was very nice and respectful. Was also very fair during my hearing.
Judge Ardery was very nice and respectful. Was also very fair during my hearing.
Judge Ardery was very nice and respectful. Was also very fair during my hearing.
We have known Judge Ardery since the day we were born. In our opinion, he has been the most fair, honest, sincere, and talented person we have ever known. His work has been his passion, and he has always believed in people, and the human spirit. His love for ALL people, no matter their race, creed, or religion is legendary, and has been a wonderful example for the next generation. Judge Ardery is loved by everyone with whom he is associated. His integrity shines so very brightly. Judge Ardery is retiring, from his long service of duty, this Friday, June 30th. He will be terribly missed by those whom he serves, as well as those special people who serve with him. And so, GOD SPEED to you, Daddy. You have served your time well ... Proudly, with Compassion, Grace, and above all ... Honor. We love you! Janie, Nina, Bill, and Jim
We have known Judge Ardery since the day we were born. In our opinion, he has been the most fair, honest, sincere, and talented person we have ever known. His work has been his passion, and he has always believed in people, and the human spirit. His love for ALL people, no matter their race, creed, or religion is legendary, and has been a wonderful example for the next generation. Judge Ardery is loved by everyone with whom he is associated. His integrity shines so very brightly. Judge Ardery is retiring, from his long service of duty, this Friday, June 30th. He will be terribly missed by those whom he serves, as well as those special people who serve with him. And so, GOD SPEED to you, Daddy. You have served your time well ... Proudly, with Compassion, Grace, and above all ... Honor. We love you! Janie, Nina, Bill, and Jim
We have known Judge Ardery since the day we were born. In our opinion, he has been the most fair, honest, sincere, and talented person we have ever known. His work has been his passion, and he has always believed in people, and the human spirit. His love for ALL people, no matter their race, creed, or religion is legendary, and has been a wonderful example for the next generation. Judge Ardery is loved by everyone with whom he is associated. His integrity shines so very brightly. Judge Ardery is retiring, from his long service of duty, this Friday, June 30th. He will be terribly missed by those whom he serves, as well as those special people who serve with him. And so, GOD SPEED to you, Daddy. You have served your time well ... Proudly, with Compassion, Grace, and above all ... Honor. We love you! Janie, Nina, Bill, and Jim
We have known Judge Ardery since the 1960's. In our opinion, he has been the most fair, honest, sincere, and talented person we have ever known. His work has been his passion, and he has always believed in people, and the human spirit. His love for ALL people, no matter their race, creed, or religion is legendary, and has been a wonderful example for the next generation. Judge Ardery is loved by everyone with whom he is associated. His integrity shines so very brightly. Judge Ardery is retiring, from his long service of duty, this Friday, June 30th. He will be terribly missed by those whom he serves, as well as those special people who serve with him. And so, GOD SPEED to you, judge Ardery. You have served your time well ... Proudly, with Compassion, Grace, and above all ... Honor.
We have known Judge Ardery since the 1960's. In our opinion, he has been the most fair, honest, sincere, and talented person we have ever known. His work has been his passion, and he has always believed in people, and the human spirit. His love for ALL people, no matter their race, creed, or religion is legendary, and has been a wonderful example for the next generation. Judge Ardery is loved by everyone with whom he is associated. His integrity shines so very brightly. Judge Ardery is retiring, from his long service of duty, this Friday, June 30th. He will be terribly missed by those whom he serves, as well as those special people who serve with him. And so, GOD SPEED to you, judge Ardery. You have served your time well ... Proudly, with Compassion, Grace, and above all ... Honor.
We have known Judge Ardery since the 1960's. In our opinion, he has been the most fair, honest, sincere, and talented person we have ever known. His work has been his passion, and he has always believed in people, and the human spirit. His love for ALL people, no matter their race, creed, or religion is legendary, and has been a wonderful example for the next generation. Judge Ardery is loved by everyone with whom he is associated. His integrity shines so very brightly. Judge Ardery is retiring, from his long service of duty, this Friday, June 30th. He will be terribly missed by those whom he serves, as well as those special people who serve with him. And so, GOD SPEED to you, judge Ardery. You have served your time well ... Proudly, with Compassion, Grace, and above all ... Honor.
Very nice judge polite to claimant and atty she generally uses ME and VE and seems to be pretty favorable.
Very nice judge polite to claimant and atty she generally uses ME and VE and seems to be pretty favorable.
Very nice judge polite to claimant and atty she generally uses ME and VE and seems to be pretty favorable.
Very nice judge polite to claimant and atty she generally uses ME and VE and seems to be pretty favorable.
She is very professional and impressive. I like that she is strong and very much in control of her court proceedings.
I don't remember who my judge was. I know she was very nice. I am waiting on her decision which they said with in a month. It's going on two months now. I can't drive since my hearing my feet and legs had cataplexy. I have been having MS flairs. I don't know how people can stand on feet that hurt so bad you want to scream. Whoever the judge was, thanks for being nice. Trucie petty.
I thought she was very nice and made me feel comfortable in her court room. It was easy to answer her questions . I was scared going in because but. Felt at ease very quick. Thank You. Judge Brown
HAD A COURT DATE ON 14TH OF LAST MONTH I FEEL SHE WAS FAIR AND VERY STRONG BLACK WOMAN IN HER PROFESSION I WISH GOD HAD OF BLESSED MEH TO STRONG AND IN CONTROL!!!! I WAS MORE COMFORTABLE THAN NERVOUS I THOUGHT U WAS GONNA CRY THE ENTIRE TIME WHEN ASK TO DISCUSS MY LIFE AND THINGS I BATTLE BUT SHE MADE IT EASY
Had a chance to meet her she's very strong lady..she was fair and gave meh a fair chance...1 of the best I've came across so far
If you are unlucky enough to be assigned to this Judge,you should make immediate plans for appeal when he denies your claim. I suggest getting a attorney who specializes in disability cases to file the appeal paperwork. If you are aged 42 or younger I swear he will deny you on this basis alone! I am so scared of the power this ego maniacal "judge" wields that I cannot give you any empirical data on my case,for fear he will remember me and flag my file somehow. You have been warned.
Had my hearing September 2017 with Blanca B De La Torre she made me feel welcome when I entered her court room she welcomed me with a smile she was very polite... Thanks for making me feel comfortable
I believe Judge Gulick is fair. I know he looked at all of the facts to base his decision.
She conducts her hearings in a very unfair manner. She will spend an hour grilling the client and then tell his attorney, who has just started his/her examination, that there is a shortage of time. Her mind is made up prior to the first word of testimony, and this is reflected in her attitude and questioning. Judges decisions are slanted with the negative highlighted and the positive ignored. This is a an ALJ to avoid.
I went before Judge Jordan, and I found him to be very human and he understood my nervous ramblings, and he seemed to understand the pain I was in, I haven't heard one way or the other about my case, I just pray that I do hear something soon. It is very hard not knowing if I will be able to get the help I need, or If I will be just another homeless individual living under a bridge, because Ive lost the ability to use my arms and legs effectively, and no one will hire me. I pray that I can come back on here and have a positive outcome to my case, so far Judge Jordan gets the highest mark for his ability to empathize with my life situation. I will be back to confirm his 5 star rating or to change it. Staying hopeful, you do the same.
I went before Judge Jordan, and I found him to be very human and he understood my nervous ramblings, and he seemed to understand the pain I was in, I haven't heard one way or the other about my case, I just pray that I do hear something soon. It is very hard not knowing if I will be able to get the help I need, or If I will be just another homeless individual living under a bridge, because Ive lost the ability to use my arms and legs effectively, and no one will hire me. I pray that I can come back on here and have a positive outcome to my case, so far Judge Jordan gets the highest mark for his ability to empathize with my life situation. I will be back to confirm his 5 star rating or to change it. Staying hopeful, you do the same.
I went before Judge Jordan, and I found him to be very human and he understood my nervous ramblings, and he seemed to understand the pain I was in, I haven't heard one way or the other about my case, I just pray that I do hear something soon. It is very hard not knowing if I will be able to get the help I need, or If I will be just another homeless individual living under a bridge, because Ive lost the ability to use my arms and legs effectively, and no one will hire me. I pray that I can come back on here and have a positive outcome to my case, so far Judge Jordan gets the highest mark for his ability to empathize with my life situation. I will be back to confirm his 5 star rating or to change it. Staying hopeful, you do the same.
He is a fairly laid back and personable ALJ. Don't always agree with his decisions, but he does not have an agenda and tries to do the right thing. You will get a fair hearing before him.
This man could easily be compared to Hitler. I listened to him laugh about people he denied disability and talk about how FAT and stupid they are. Fair and balanced - never. Oh well, seems to be the USA system. They find people like this to hear these cases, and then the poor suffer while the rich keep getting richer. The time is coming to an end....and this will no longer happen.
This man could easily be compared to Hitler. I listened to him laugh about people he denied disability and talk about how FAT and stupid they are. Fair and balanced - never. Oh well, seems to be the USA system. They find people like this to hear these cases, and then the poor suffer while the rich keep getting richer. The time is coming to an end....and this will no longer happen.
This man could easily be compared to Hitler. I listened to him laugh about people he denied disability and talk about how FAT and stupid they are. Fair and balanced - never. Oh well, seems to be the USA system. They find people like this to hear these cases, and then the poor suffer while the rich keep getting richer. The time is coming to an end....and this will no longer happen.
This man could easily be compared to Hitler. I listened to him laugh about people he denied disability and talk about how FAT and stupid they are. Fair and balanced - never. Oh well, seems to be the USA system. They find people like this to hear these cases, and then the poor suffer while the rich keep getting richer. The time is coming to an end....and this will no longer happen.
He is now retired, FYI.
He is now retired, FYI.
He is now retired, FYI.
He is now retired, FYI.
This heartless ***** denies a 100% disabled Veteran SSDI. Holds the hearing in August and then waits until the week before Christmas to ruin his Christmas. *** in ****
Met with Judge Teresa Kroenecke on Jan 4th 2018...she seemed to be very fair with all of the questions she had asked me...she actually laughed at my attorney because he had no questions (how embarrassed I was) then my attorney wasn't prepared in the least another strike against me. I just hope the outcome is fair and for once someone understands what it is like to be in pain. Tune in for result
I had Judge LaPolt as my disability judge and thought that she ignored my medical records and letters from employers about my disabilities.I am a diabetic and have denegenitive disc disease the lower 3 discs in my back are black on xrays and MRI's.She ignored these findings in all of my evidence presented to her.Her letter to me in my denial letter were very upsetting and I have lost my house and wife for her unprofessionable findings.I hope she gets into another type of law before she ruins more lives like mine.
I had Judge LaPolt as my disability judge and thought that she ignored my medical records and letters from employers about my disabilities.I am a diabetic and have denegenitive disc disease the lower 3 discs in my back are black on xrays and MRI's.She ignored these findings in all of my evidence presented to her.Her letter to me in my denial letter were very upsetting and I have lost my house and wife for her unprofessionable findings.I hope she gets into another type of law before she ruins more lives like mine.
I had Judge LaPolt as my disability judge and thought that she ignored my medical records and letters from employers about my disabilities.I am a diabetic and have denegenitive disc disease the lower 3 discs in my back are black on xrays and MRI's.She ignored these findings in all of my evidence presented to her.Her letter to me in my denial letter were very upsetting and I have lost my house and wife for her unprofessionable findings.I hope she gets into another type of law before she ruins more lives like mine.
nice judge, she knows the file, usually will let you cover sections on limitations and adl's. Moves quickly through the hearing.
nice judge, she knows the file, usually will let you cover sections on limitations and adl's. Moves quickly through the hearing.
nice judge, she knows the file, usually will let you cover sections on limitations and adl's. Moves quickly through the hearing.
nice judge, she knows the file, usually will let you cover sections on limitations and adl's. Moves quickly through the hearing.
She is the new CJ in Indy. VERY NICE!!! But she specifically asked me to let the other attorneys know that she expects you and the claimant to be at hearing and ready to go 30 minutes prior to the hearing time. The notice says that, and she EXPECTS that! She asks most questions, then turns it over to attorney. AND she told me she does not want me to get testimony regarding what doctors have told them, or what she could read in the medical evidence.
She is the new CJ in Indy. VERY NICE!!! But she specifically asked me to let the other attorneys know that she expects you and the claimant to be at hearing and ready to go 30 minutes prior to the hearing time. The notice says that, and she EXPECTS that! She asks most questions, then turns it over to attorney. AND she told me she does not want me to get testimony regarding what doctors have told them, or what she could read in the medical evidence.
She is the new CJ in Indy. VERY NICE!!! But she specifically asked me to let the other attorneys know that she expects you and the claimant to be at hearing and ready to go 30 minutes prior to the hearing time. The notice says that, and she EXPECTS that! She asks most questions, then turns it over to attorney. AND she told me she does not want me to get testimony regarding what doctors have told them, or what she could read in the medical evidence.
She is the new CJ in Indy. VERY NICE!!! But she specifically asked me to let the other attorneys know that she expects you and the claimant to be at hearing and ready to go 30 minutes prior to the hearing time. The notice says that, and she EXPECTS that! She asks most questions, then turns it over to attorney. AND she told me she does not want me to get testimony regarding what doctors have told them, or what she could read in the medical evidence.
Her numbers say it, 25% you are going in just to make a record to appeal. She will interrupt you often. She pulls a lot of negatives out of the file so be prepared for drug/alochol and yes prison time even though it is outside the time frame of an AOD or PFD. She will also have the VE classify work as PRW although it doesnt fit SS definitions of PRW. If your client worked doing anything at all for any length of time it is PRW.
Her numbers say it, 25% you are going in just to make a record to appeal. She will interrupt you often. She pulls a lot of negatives out of the file so be prepared for drug/alochol and yes prison time even though it is outside the time frame of an AOD or PFD. She will also have the VE classify work as PRW although it doesnt fit SS definitions of PRW. If your client worked doing anything at all for any length of time it is PRW.
Her numbers say it, 25% you are going in just to make a record to appeal. She will interrupt you often. She pulls a lot of negatives out of the file so be prepared for drug/alochol and yes prison time even though it is outside the time frame of an AOD or PFD. She will also have the VE classify work as PRW although it doesnt fit SS definitions of PRW. If your client worked doing anything at all for any length of time it is PRW.
Her numbers say it, 25% you are going in just to make a record to appeal. She will interrupt you often. She pulls a lot of negatives out of the file so be prepared for drug/alochol and yes prison time even though it is outside the time frame of an AOD or PFD. She will also have the VE classify work as PRW although it doesnt fit SS definitions of PRW. If your client worked doing anything at all for any length of time it is PRW.
I thought she was very nice and understanding. She was very knowlegable about my file and all the evidence included. I have not yet receieved a decision, but felt she was fair during the hearing.
I thought she was very nice and understanding. She was very knowlegable about my file and all the evidence included. I have not yet receieved a decision, but felt she was fair during the hearing.
I thought she was very nice and understanding. She was very knowlegable about my file and all the evidence included. I have not yet receieved a decision, but felt she was fair during the hearing.
This judge is a joke! She threw out or had a negative response to everything in my file. I couldn't believe the untrue or negative responses in my denial letter. Someone isn't doing their job properly. Threw out both of my doctors responses, said I was a liar, my daughter and sister. I am very sick have been for a long time now and no one will help me. I am about to loose my house and anything I have. I have worked my entire life very hard and to be treated like this is a insult. This judge needs replaced. They need to take in to account their responses. I would be interested in knowing how many suicides occur from judges and doctors that seem like their only goal is to kick you when your down. Be a professional like you are supposed to be!!!! I am very angry how good people are treated from judges and doctors, people we are suppose to respect.
This judge is a joke! She threw out or had a negative response to everything in my file. I couldn't believe the untrue or negative responses in my denial letter. Someone isn't doing their job properly. Threw out both of my doctors responses, said I was a liar, my daughter and sister. I am very sick have been for a long time now and no one will help me. I am about to loose my house and anything I have. I have worked my entire life very hard and to be treated like this is a insult. This judge needs replaced. They need to take in to account their responses. I would be interested in knowing how many suicides occur from judges and doctors that seem like their only goal is to kick you when your down. Be a professional like you are supposed to be!!!! I am very angry how good people are treated from judges and doctors, people we are suppose to respect.
This judge is a joke! She threw out or had a negative response to everything in my file. I couldn't believe the untrue or negative responses in my denial letter. Someone isn't doing their job properly. Threw out both of my doctors responses, said I was a liar, my daughter and sister. I am very sick have been for a long time now and no one will help me. I am about to loose my house and anything I have. I have worked my entire life very hard and to be treated like this is a insult. This judge needs replaced. They need to take in to account their responses. I would be interested in knowing how many suicides occur from judges and doctors that seem like their only goal is to kick you when your down. Be a professional like you are supposed to be!!!! I am very angry how good people are treated from judges and doctors, people we are suppose to respect.
She dismissed my doctors recommendations and decided to think she was my doctors. Denied by her with untrue things in denial letter. I really think she didn't read my file right as she stated as she said I was still doing some hobbies which it clearly stated I have not done them in years. Anyway federal appeal ruled she was wrong so that tells you right there she doesn't do her job right and should find another job. If denied by her take it to federal and you will win.
She dismissed my doctors recommendations and decided to think she was my doctors. Denied by her with untrue things in denial letter. I really think she didn't read my file right as she stated as she said I was still doing some hobbies which it clearly stated I have not done them in years. Anyway federal appeal ruled she was wrong so that tells you right there she doesn't do her job right and should find another job. If denied by her take it to federal and you will win.
She dismissed my doctors recommendations and decided to think she was my doctors. Denied by her with untrue things in denial letter. I really think she didn't read my file right as she stated as she said I was still doing some hobbies which it clearly stated I have not done them in years. Anyway federal appeal ruled she was wrong so that tells you right there she doesn't do her job right and should find another job. If denied by her take it to federal and you will win.
After having a hearing with this ALJ which doesn't impress me that she is even considered a judge! After reading reviews on this gal, how is she still a so called "Judge?" She lied right to my face under oath at my hearing! Does she NOT know that is perjury? This gal needs to lose her title, and her job with her dishonest behavior! I was lied to by several in this office and nobody knows what they are doing! I've taken my complaint higher to the Indiana Bar, I would be happy to see this gal lose her job and legal license! Unreal!! Why is a "judge" allowed to lie??? I shall keep you posted that whole office needs to be investigated and further more-jobless!! Give the jobs to honest Americans that wl do the job!! Sometimes authority gets ya "judge!"
She runs a fair hearing but is severe in her rulings with a low approval rate. Not an ALJ you necessarily want to be in front of with anything but a very good case.
This judge is a joke, and I haven't even been in front of her yet. A "Peggy" in her office just called and told me that I had to come downtown, taking a day unpaid off work, bring my daughter (who has Down Syndrome) to show them that my daughter is disabled. As if the doctors letter showing her as having Down Syndrome wasn't enough! What does this judge think? She lost her extra chromosome since we filed the paperwork? Not only that but my wife has to take an unpaid day off work as well because someone needs to be there to take care of our daughter during the remainder of the session. All of this after 15 months of waiting for this judge to hear the appeal, and cancelling once, within 7 days of the initial appointment. It's no wonder people hate the government so much, if all government employees are as incompetent as this I now know why.
This judge was down right rude, mean & made findings about me & my character based on a mistake in the paperwork! Completely unprofessional. She was so mean that even my lawyer couldn't believe it!
Good morning I don't know if you are going to be my judge. I just want to. Let you know I sit in. Pain daily. Cannot have a good time with my grandkids and family. I wish I could. Get my claim approved. I sit daily and cry cause I can't do the things I used to. I can't drive long. If I clean I'm down for 4day. I been falling down studdering this is all new too me. I have a lawer I thought getting one would help me. I have had back surgery. I have manic depression bypolar. I'm really sorry to bother you. Welfare told me to apply years ago but I didn't want to cause there's others that need it. Now I have applied and the wait is terrible. I'm sorry hunny.
Very Nice judge he asks almost all questions and his hearings are super short. Get there early.
Very Nice judge he asks almost all questions and his hearings are super short. Get there early.
Very Nice judge he asks almost all questions and his hearings are super short. Get there early.
Very Nice judge he asks almost all questions and his hearings are super short. Get there early.
I want to thank Judge Matsin for his favorable decision in my case.
Judge Metz does the questioning----if it is a crappy case, he sure lets you know. Sounds like he is nice enough, kind of depends on the case as to how he acts.
Judge Metz does the questioning----if it is a crappy case, he sure lets you know. Sounds like he is nice enough, kind of depends on the case as to how he acts.
Judge Metz does the questioning----if it is a crappy case, he sure lets you know. Sounds like he is nice enough, kind of depends on the case as to how he acts.
Judge Metz does the questioning----if it is a crappy case, he sure lets you know. Sounds like he is nice enough, kind of depends on the case as to how he acts.
Most judges are respectful of people appearing before them even if they know they are going to deny the claim. They recognize that the claimant is struggling with something that is at least severe enough that they feel it is disabling, and that whether it is or not, they are going through a tough time. NOT JUDGE METZ. At best, he isn't hateful toward winning claimants; he is a monster toward those he plans to deny, and he does it with a huge smile on his face, like he truly enjoys brow-beating these people. I'm not the bleeding heart attorney type - I know when my clients have mediocre cases - Metz definitely denies legitimate claims more often and in the face of stronger evidence than most judges. I'm surprised to see his grant rate - I would expect it to be lower (even though I'm above it with him). I suspect he is granting some cases that should never make it through - otherwise, his grant rate should be about 10% lower. Word around the office is that he doesn't read prehearing briefs so don't bother. I submit them anyway just in case, but can say that it's very unusual to hear him talk about the case as though he's read it. Overall, the Indy ODAR office was definitely a better place without him.
My step-father has had everything below his bladder removed because of cancer and has diabetes and got denied by Judge Norris. Everyday, deadbeats and lazy people are given social security assistance but ones that actually need it are denied. It is very disappointing.
My step-father has had everything below his bladder removed because of cancer and has diabetes and got denied by Judge Norris. Everyday, deadbeats and lazy people are given social security assistance but ones that actually need it are denied. It is very disappointing.
My step-father has had everything below his bladder removed because of cancer and has diabetes and got denied by Judge Norris. Everyday, deadbeats and lazy people are given social security assistance but ones that actually need it are denied. It is very disappointing.
This judge is a bit of a character in a bad way make sure that you have all medical records in or he will continue the hearing on you to get them.
This judge is a bit of a character in a bad way make sure that you have all medical records in or he will continue the hearing on you to get them.
This judge is a bit of a character in a bad way make sure that you have all medical records in or he will continue the hearing on you to get them.
This judge is out of his mind!! he has an ME he ALWAYS uses who ALWAYS tells him what he wants to hear - that your claimant has no disabilities whatsoever. The judge himself is a bully and will browbeat you after each question as you try to question his medical experts. He does not appear to listen to claimant testimony at all and doesn't appear to care period what the claimant has to say. He is there to bully reps and deny claims. He should seek other type of employment.
This judge is out of his mind!! he has an ME he ALWAYS uses who ALWAYS tells him what he wants to hear - that your claimant has no disabilities whatsoever. The judge himself is a bully and will browbeat you after each question as you try to question his medical experts. He does not appear to listen to claimant testimony at all and doesn't appear to care period what the claimant has to say. He is there to bully reps and deny claims. He should seek other type of employment.
This judge is out of his mind!! he has an ME he ALWAYS uses who ALWAYS tells him what he wants to hear - that your claimant has no disabilities whatsoever. The judge himself is a bully and will browbeat you after each question as you try to question his medical experts. He does not appear to listen to claimant testimony at all and doesn't appear to care period what the claimant has to say. He is there to bully reps and deny claims. He should seek other type of employment.
This judge is out of his mind!! he has an ME he ALWAYS uses who ALWAYS tells him what he wants to hear - that your claimant has no disabilities whatsoever. The judge himself is a bully and will browbeat you after each question as you try to question his medical experts. He does not appear to listen to claimant testimony at all and doesn't appear to care period what the claimant has to say. He is there to bully reps and deny claims. He should seek other type of employment.
Judge Norris is unprofessional. Agree with comments about the ME. When crossing the ME, ALJ gets irritated with the attorney if they try to make the ME explain or support his reasoning at all. Further, the ME makes inappropriate credibility remarks so be ready for them. Luckily, if questioned, the ME is so ridiculous it will be an easy appeal. ALJ wants to hear nothing from the claimant so he will get angry if you try to rightfully try to develop case via questioning claimant on limitations and ADLs.
Judge Norris is unprofessional. Agree with comments about the ME. When crossing the ME, ALJ gets irritated with the attorney if they try to make the ME explain or support his reasoning at all. Further, the ME makes inappropriate credibility remarks so be ready for them. Luckily, if questioned, the ME is so ridiculous it will be an easy appeal. ALJ wants to hear nothing from the claimant so he will get angry if you try to rightfully try to develop case via questioning claimant on limitations and ADLs.
Judge Norris is unprofessional. Agree with comments about the ME. When crossing the ME, ALJ gets irritated with the attorney if they try to make the ME explain or support his reasoning at all. Further, the ME makes inappropriate credibility remarks so be ready for them. Luckily, if questioned, the ME is so ridiculous it will be an easy appeal. ALJ wants to hear nothing from the claimant so he will get angry if you try to rightfully try to develop case via questioning claimant on limitations and ADLs.
Who is the ME? Meridian Diagnostic, Agneineri? If so The Social Security Administration needs to look into why he is using the same ME over and over that is an ethical problem and conflict of interest. Nice that Social Security uses this man for their diagnostics.
Horrible, horrible experience. She dismissed everything I said. My lawyer did not submit a years worth of psych records, which I called him about repeatedly, so everything was off and I didn't know why. This judge dismissed everything I said, everything my provider's said, and denied my claim for the following reasons: I do tai chi (recommended for ptsd and depression), I do meditation (recommended for ptsd and depression), and I bought a cake and asked people to join me for my birthday. Damn, everybody is entitled to a birthday. She said I did not try hard enough to kill myself - I kid you not. I could not even defend myself because no matter what I said she dismissed me. I walked away wanting to die as bad as I ever wanted to die, and I still have no money. suffering horrible I hate my life
I AM THE APPOINTED REPRESENTATIVE IN AN APPEAL SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD BY JODY HILGER ODELL, ADMINISTRATIVE LAW JUDGE. HER STATUS IN CHARGES AGAINST HER PERSONALLY IN COURT ARE A CONCERN TO ME IN ACTING FOR A CLAIMANT.
Head injury,;this judge puts "little weight" in treating doctors,19 months of treatment,speech therapy,headaches,memory loss,confusion,anger issues.his recomendations? no contact with co-workers,no contact with supervisors, no machinery or chemicals.No ladders or heights.DENIED.What is that job anyway? He put "great weight" in the 2 doctors who never talked or looked at my dad not sure if this so-called "judge" really looks at the facts.If your really hurt and you go in front of him good luck and godbless, this man has no compassion,and your treating doctors will carry "LITTLE WEIGHT.I do not know how this man sleeps at night.
Head injury,;this judge puts "little weight" in treating doctors,19 months of treatment,speech therapy,headaches,memory loss,confusion,anger issues.his recomendations? no contact with co-workers,no contact with supervisors, no machinery or chemicals.No ladders or heights.DENIED.What is that job anyway? He put "great weight" in the 2 doctors who never talked or looked at my dad not sure if this so-called "judge" really looks at the facts.If your really hurt and you go in front of him good luck and godbless, this man has no compassion,and your treating doctors will carry "LITTLE WEIGHT.I do not know how this man sleeps at night.
Head injury,;this judge puts "little weight" in treating doctors,19 months of treatment,speech therapy,headaches,memory loss,confusion,anger issues.his recomendations? no contact with co-workers,no contact with supervisors, no machinery or chemicals.No ladders or heights.DENIED.What is that job anyway? He put "great weight" in the 2 doctors who never talked or looked at my dad not sure if this so-called "judge" really looks at the facts.If your really hurt and you go in front of him good luck and godbless, this man has no compassion,and your treating doctors will carry "LITTLE WEIGHT.I do not know how this man sleeps at night.
Head injury,;this judge puts "little weight" in treating doctors,19 months of treatment,speech therapy,headaches,memory loss,confusion,anger issues.his recomendations? no contact with co-workers,no contact with supervisors, no machinery or chemicals.No ladders or heights.DENIED.What is that job anyway? He put "great weight" in the 2 doctors who never talked or looked at my dad not sure if this so-called "judge" really looks at the facts.If your really hurt and you go in front of him good luck and godbless, this man has no compassion,and your treating doctors will carry "LITTLE WEIGHT.I do not know how this man sleeps at night.
Thinks he is ten feet tall and bullet proof,every dog has his day.
Thinks he is ten feet tall and bullet proof,every dog has his day.
Thinks he is ten feet tall and bullet proof,every dog has his day.
Thinks he is ten feet tall and bullet proof,every dog has his day.
Fair and thorough, very pleasant. By the book type of judge.
Incredibly thorough with his questions for claimant. Judge Roberson was incredibly respectful and kind to the claimant, while still maintaining the highest degree of professionalism. This made the hearing a pleasant experiences for the claimant. I wish more judges had the judicial temperment of Judge Roberson.
I have been trying for the last ten years to get disa ility I am unable to work I have a herniated disc degenerative disc disease arthritis in my back knees and poss hips. I worked for white castle as a manager for five years until my Dr finally put me off work. Right now I'm living off someone and I can't stand the face that I can't take care of myself first ancially sometimes physically. Its very hard to accept that this is how I'm going to have to live the rest of my life. I need help I cannot work I can't even do housework its embarrassing to be so helpless. Please help me this is my last hope. I have attorneys MYLER disability we've bee. Work in on this for the lat yr and a half or more I just recently got health I surance so it's been hard to prove I am disabled when I couldn't get the test I needed. Your my last hope I beg of you to please review my case. I filed back in 2005 2006 and was denied I'm sure all my information is still there I had attorneys Barry and associates then but we lost our case and I do t k ow why I can barely function o. A daily basis I never leave my home because of the pain I'm in. please help me. Thank you Tracey sexton
Very nice, very helpful, used a vocational expert half the time, but she is old school. Ask some questions but not in order, and does not ask all, you have to be on your toes.
Very nice, very helpful, used a vocational expert half the time, but she is old school. Ask some questions but not in order, and does not ask all, you have to be on your toes.
Very nice, very helpful, used a vocational expert half the time, but she is old school. Ask some questions but not in order, and does not ask all, you have to be on your toes.
former atty for claimants now an intense, smart, egotistical, opinionated, biased, but very well prepared ALJ known to hold grudges. we had a claimant who had been denied by another ALJ but had since gotten worse and had new severe impairments (cervical DDD, lumbar DDD, depression) which we documented with 2 years worth of treatment and tests (MRIs, etc). At hearing and in decision denying claim, ALJ Stam ignored the new problems and acted like claimant made it up. ALJ interruppted questioning by me saying she had already covered that topic, but she had not really. [I was asking specific Qs about Claimant's trouble using her hands]Then stopped my Qs of VE on same topic. AC upheld her denial withou comment.
former atty for claimants now an intense, smart, egotistical, opinionated, biased, but very well prepared ALJ known to hold grudges. we had a claimant who had been denied by another ALJ but had since gotten worse and had new severe impairments (cervical DDD, lumbar DDD, depression) which we documented with 2 years worth of treatment and tests (MRIs, etc). At hearing and in decision denying claim, ALJ Stam ignored the new problems and acted like claimant made it up. ALJ interruppted questioning by me saying she had already covered that topic, but she had not really. [I was asking specific Qs about Claimant's trouble using her hands]Then stopped my Qs of VE on same topic. AC upheld her denial withou comment.
former atty for claimants now an intense, smart, egotistical, opinionated, biased, but very well prepared ALJ known to hold grudges. we had a claimant who had been denied by another ALJ but had since gotten worse and had new severe impairments (cervical DDD, lumbar DDD, depression) which we documented with 2 years worth of treatment and tests (MRIs, etc). At hearing and in decision denying claim, ALJ Stam ignored the new problems and acted like claimant made it up. ALJ interruppted questioning by me saying she had already covered that topic, but she had not really. [I was asking specific Qs about Claimant's trouble using her hands]Then stopped my Qs of VE on same topic. AC upheld her denial withou comment.
the worst judge anybody could ever have and a lying judge at that, very unhelpful judge, very well known to hold grudges from other alj's decisions didnt even look at the real problem this judge is in an awful judge and should not be involved in the social security she has no heart no sympathy and no care for the claimants feelings or disabilities she is only out to care for herself! the worst judge anybody could have!
This judge wasn't prepared for my case at all. I was badgered for an hour and a half, and after waiting over 90 days for a decision. I was denied. The denial letter was very back and forth and my 14 year old son picked out all of the things that were in my favor, then they weren't. If you can get a different judge, do so immediately
It is amazing that a person who has worked for over 37 years has to beg for money in a program that we both put into for decades. It is one thing to deny her claim, but to call her a liar or a dead-beat and then use medical terminology and a book as justification is sad. Maybe this Occupational expert should perform nursing procedures in a special care unit before passing judgment. I am sure if she had to stand on her feet for 12 hours and then take care of 4 kids at home for decades this would cause more than mild pain. To tell a 61 year old woman that she can go back to school to retrain for only 700 actual jobs across the country is laughable and sad. Maybe it is time to stop anyone from getting Social Security before the age of 65. That way taxpayers would not have to pay someone to make a phone call and read a book to find out the stress level and job requirements. They can now get a real job in the private sector and not at taxpayer expense. It is amazing that you trashed my wife who has serious health problems while last year you had a 76% approval rating. This year, as of June, 2019 down to 51%. The number of young people in your waiting room was comical since they appeared normal. This is why disability claims should be financed separately from our Social Security.
Very great respectful considerate judge very down-to-earth easy going
Your honorable Judge Veal was very kind and helped make the process much easier than I had thought it would be. Thank you so much for your time and understanding of my situation. May God bless you.
Can occasionally be rude to claimants, but over the years has evolved into one of the better and more fair ALJs. Will give bench decisions.
I found Judge Velasquez to be very personable, and friendly. A very nice judge who listened intently, and had my best interest at heart. In my opinion, I wish there were more judges like him!
Been looking forward to a disability hearing since June, 2014... Been looking forward to Seeing You since May, 2016. Notified in May, 2016 of August 9, 2016 Hearing with You. Lawyer, Scott Lewis, hired in January , 2015, CANCELLED HIS HELP/APPEARANCE on July 11, 2016, less than 30 days until hearing. I have been cheated/Punked out of years of exepected legal help at Zero Hour!! I have been forced to postpone my long-awaited 9-9-16 hearing for a months later date due to poor legal representation. I pray for your help in my future hearing date, and I pray you help others in my difficult situation by removing Scott Lewis as attorney and not penalizing clients for their ignorance in hiring Scott Lewis as their Disability Attorney. He is, Unfortunately, an irresponsible attorney and no fault of the uneducated clients....
Thank you judge VELASQUEZ for giving me another hearing. My lawyer was not very well prepared and had me earning another persons wages. Thankfully judge Velasquez saw this. Thank you very much!
He was very nice, listened to everything I had to say. He didn’t seem to have any hateful words or comments, was very pleasant. It helped calm my anxiety a lot about the hearing. He wanted to make sure he had every single piece of evidence before he made a decision. Which was very fair and nice. I Haven’t gotten a decision yet, but I felt very good about the hearing. Let’s hope I’m right!
Disability is determine solely on my medical records. Judge Walker is not a Medical Profession as I was told by my attorney. So we were very shock and disappointed in the denial of my social security disability, after 3 long years of process. If he actually understood of all my medical conditions, I would have definitely have been approved. I read some of the facts he used to conclude denial, it's absolutely ridiculous. Only fact I could tell all of you is that my COMPETENT MEDICAL PHYSICIANS treats me regular basis. I don't think they sees me and treat me for no reason. I look normal outside, but It shouldn't affect the coutcome of his decision. I also maintain/grooming myself well as a part of medical treatment. I paid taxes and I am not asking for a hand out. I felt the denial was prejudice, discriminating and injustice. Also I don't recall him giving me any chance to speak regarding my case. Enough Said. I give him 1 star for explaining the process clearly and calmly.
Really new judge but very very nice he asks most of all the questions will allow the attorney to fill in the gaps pretty short hearings he does use at least in my case VE and ME and did get pretty detailed in his questions to the claimant about negatives of case alcohol smoking and any and all drug use
Really new judge but very very nice he asks most of all the questions will allow the attorney to fill in the gaps pretty short hearings he does use at least in my case VE and ME and did get pretty detailed in his questions to the claimant about negatives of case alcohol smoking and any and all drug use
Really new judge but very very nice he asks most of all the questions will allow the attorney to fill in the gaps pretty short hearings he does use at least in my case VE and ME and did get pretty detailed in his questions to the claimant about negatives of case alcohol smoking and any and all drug use
Really new judge but very very nice he asks most of all the questions will allow the attorney to fill in the gaps pretty short hearings he does use at least in my case VE and ME and did get pretty detailed in his questions to the claimant about negatives of case alcohol smoking and any and all drug use
had a hearing with this judge.in march and waited till june to get a decision from him.he was so far off base I could not believe what he wrote . he said I was in one place when in fact I had my hearing over the phone and I was at home .when the hearing was going on things were stated with proof from social securitys own independent doctors . he then wrote that their own doctors were unreliable . and with other fact 1 doctor is treating me for rheumatoid arthritis and has been for over 2 and a half years. he stats that the doctor stats that I don't have rheumatoid arthritis then what have I been taking for the last couple of years ? his decision is so full of contradictions . In 1 paragraph he stats favorable then In another he stats that I don't have or the doctor or therapist is unreliable I don't think he knows what he is doing
My attorney said the Judge Wang would not scream or yell,hes repectful and laid back so that made me feel better.I was really nervous.He asked me did the doctor asked me questions and then she filled out the form but Deep down I felt I should Of said she asked me questions but My Dr wouldnt write what I tell her cause shes not that Type of Dr but I didnt.He said I dictated what she wrote but thats not true,My notes was wrong it was said I did things that I have not done in years .It made it seem like I was so active.I was so upset.I feel powerless.I feel like I was made to be a liar.I dont even want to appeal it.My letter just malipulated the truth or didnt consider what was wrong or what happen when certain things happen .I was found unfavorable so to make a long story short.Hes nice but his track recored says hes a judge that says noooooo!!!!
We the people need to fight this is not right And very inhumane to make us go through this three years are waiting for a court date going on three months wait for an answer and I know my decisions already there they just won’t let me know
I went to court november 14th (i think) i had my lawyer with me..i just got an approval letter...he was really nice and seemed to care what I said and made me feel comfortable in the room and not so nervious! thank you Mr.Welch!!
I went to court november 14th (i think) i had my lawyer with me..i just got an approval letter...he was really nice and seemed to care what I said and made me feel comfortable in the room and not so nervious! thank you Mr.Welch!!
I went to court november 14th (i think) i had my lawyer with me..i just got an approval letter...he was really nice and seemed to care what I said and made me feel comfortable in the room and not so nervious! thank you Mr.Welch!!
I had my court date January 22nd. Judge Welch was very patient and listened patiently and gave me plenty of time as I was confused as to some of the opinions/comments of the Dr. they used to review my file. I did have to put my case on hold for an additional test which was received by the ODAR on Feb 25th but the case is still on hold waiting for the judges decision. I'm just wondering how long it generally takes as it has been several weeks. My attorney's office hasn't returned calls throughout the process and still isn't so I'm worried the file didn't make its way back to the judge. Not unlike many I'm sure, I'm very close to being homeless and I am very worried and not sure if there is something else I should be doing. If anyone has had a similar experience any words of wisdom or advise regarding your own case would be greatly appreciated. Thanks so much.
VERY KIND AND CARING AND WS PATIENT WITH ME AS I ANSWERED QUESTIONS AND WAS 100% HONEST TO HIM TO WHICH HE SEEMED PLEASED WITH THANK YOU FOR SEEING MY DISABILITY FOR WHAT IT IS A DISABILITY YOU WERE AWESOME !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Very pleasant man. Runs the hearing in a relaxed manner. Respectful to all. Seems genuinely concerned about the claimant. Very fair in his rulings.
Judge David Welch presided over my disability hearing 6/2016. He is such a pleasant man, very fair and hardworking.
Cant have hearings with any other judge the same day as this judge or you will get admonished by Whitaker.
Cant have hearings with any other judge the same day as this judge or you will get admonished by Whitaker.
Cant have hearings with any other judge the same day as this judge or you will get admonished by Whitaker.
Cant have hearings with any other judge the same day as this judge or you will get admonished by Whitaker.
ALJ Whitaker runs a fair hearing. She certainly is not a "giveaway" ALJ. Makes a decision based on the medical evidence and is flexible and willing to change her mind if the evidence is there. Does not appear to have an agenda as some ALJs do.
ALJ Whitaker runs a fair hearing. She certainly is not a "giveaway" ALJ. Makes a decision based on the medical evidence and is flexible and willing to change her mind if the evidence is there. Does not appear to have an agenda as some ALJs do.
ALJ Whitaker runs a fair hearing. She certainly is not a "giveaway" ALJ. Makes a decision based on the medical evidence and is flexible and willing to change her mind if the evidence is there. Does not appear to have an agenda as some ALJs do.
I have worked indirectly with ALJ Whitaker on numerous occasions. I have had many clients go in front of her for hearings and she is probably one of the more fair ALJs within Social Security. I worked with her when I was still with a practice in Indiana and I look forward to working with her more in the future upon her transfer to Ft. Myers. She is unbiased in her opinions and works off evidence, not off assumptions. Please notice when reviewing her that her numbers are one of the few ALJs whose numbers have stayed relatively consistent over time.
Judge Whitaker was very interested in me during my hearing. Let me start out by saying she has not ruled in my case, but I was impressed with her ability to show some compassion while remaining very professional throughout the entire hearing. She asked numerous questions, and did not appear to have made up her mind prior to the hearing. She asked some important questions. Good Luck to all of you.
I like the way she listen to me am I feel like she was all about my grandson she have not made a decision but I honestly think she is really good being a judge due to her asking questions am wanting to know how the individual interaction with others I must say I like her vibe thank you for taking the time to hear me out I know it's your job but you could have passed it on to some other judge but you made time for me what ever her judgment is she do her homework I'm a working grandparent who have guardianship of my twin grandchildren an I do this by myself with no help from the government i will continue to work hard an be the best role model for them they are only 4 an been through a lot but with the help of myself an others that are in my circle every day they will be stronger than ever they will not fall short disabled an all thank you again Judge Whitaker
This Judge is cruel and inhumane. Making someone who has a lot of health issues, physically, mentally and emotionally wait 6 months from a hearing date for an unfavorable decision. What took you so long? You may have won the first round, but this fight for what is due to me, is far from over. I hope you sleep well tonight. Shame, Shame on you!
This Judge is cruel and inhumane. Making someone who has a lot of health issues, physically, mentally and emotionally wait 6 months from a hearing date for an unfavorable decision. What took you so long? You may have won the first round, but this fight for what is due to me, is far from over. I hope you sleep well tonight. Shame, Shame on you!
This Judge is cruel and inhumane. Making someone who has a lot of health issues, physically, mentally and emotionally wait 6 months from a hearing date for an unfavorable decision. What took you so long? You may have won the first round, but this fight for what is due to me, is far from over. I hope you sleep well tonight. Shame, Shame on you!
I work DIRECTLY with Judge Whitaker on a daily basis. She is a BIG supporter of 'due process' for the Claimant. She is always focus on the Claimant and their right to that 'due process'. In her daily decisions she is always ready to take a 'hard right' instead of an 'easy left'. A unfavorable decision does not equate to a wrong decision. There is a human being under that robe. And from my position I have seen her humanity. From a Claimants position, they love her on a favorable decision and denounce her on an unfavorable decision. THAT in and of its self is inhumane to pin on such a Professional with such a responsibility to the public.
I work DIRECTLY with Judge Whitaker on a daily basis. She is a BIG supporter of 'due process' for the Claimant. She is always focus on the Claimant and their right to that 'due process'. In her daily decisions she is always ready to take a 'hard right' instead of an 'easy left'. A unfavorable decision does not equate to a wrong decision. There is a human being under that robe. And from my position I have seen her humanity. From a Claimants position, they love her on a favorable decision and denounce her on an unfavorable decision. THAT in and of its self is inhumane to pin on such a Professional with such a responsibility to the public.
I work DIRECTLY with Judge Whitaker on a daily basis. She is a BIG supporter of 'due process' for the Claimant. She is always focus on the Claimant and their right to that 'due process'. In her daily decisions she is always ready to take a 'hard right' instead of an 'easy left'. A unfavorable decision does not equate to a wrong decision. There is a human being under that robe. And from my position I have seen her humanity. From a Claimants position, they love her on a favorable decision and denounce her on an unfavorable decision. THAT in and of its self is inhumane to pin on such a Professional with such a responsibility to the public.
She was a kind woman. I as so happy to b in front of the judge finally but I was also so nervous I failed to tell her very valuable things that would help me win my case! Duh! I wish my fiancé could've went in with me! He would've made sure my lawyer presented ALL of my ailments! He helps me in every way possible, including typing n googling this! I wrote everything down! Only to forget the papers I wrote it all on! Miracles happen everyday tho!
I think she is considerate and fair. It was not intimidating in her presence. She seems to evaluate the evidence and rule with sound judgement. She receives an A approval reference from me
Excellent judge. Always kind and considerate, even when she finds against you.
Excellent judge. Always kind and considerate, even when she finds against you.
Excellent judge. Always kind and considerate, even when she finds against you.
very considerate questioning, but assumes the applicant is lying.
very considerate questioning, but assumes the applicant is lying.
very considerate questioning, but assumes the applicant is lying.
Nice and pleasant but questions she presents appears to be non-believing of the Claimant
Nice and pleasant but questions she presents appears to be non-believing of the Claimant
Nice and pleasant but questions she presents appears to be non-believing of the Claimant
Completely discounted all my testimony. Also decided my physician (who has been my doc for 26 years) had zero credibility and gave no weight to my never ending paperwork from my doctor. Also seems to be obsessed with obesity. My claim had nothing to do with my bmi, but this judge mentioned it over 20x in my decision. Spoke to me like a condensing child. This women has destroyed me. Good luck if you get this judge. She will treat you like a liar no matter how many doctors back your claim.
This judge is a very nice and polite, but her decisions are very bias and she twists things you say. She acts like you are a liar and the opinion of your doctors mean nothing. I know this judges approval rate isn't very good and every judge in this office is well below other odar office's. They need to understand this isn't there money, and not every doctor is a liar. Most people do not make up there symptoms, and neither do the doctors that treat them
I felt that this judge was fair and polite. I had representation that I had hired, after a year of filing appeals, and he was very fair with his questions, as well. I thought that Ms. Wilson worked well with him and was patient with me, when I had trouble putting a time on how long I could perform certain tasks. She was professional, and I felt like I was treated fairly when I left the room.
I think this judge wants to go down in History as having the most denials. His record speaks volumes. I wish I had any other judge. In the denial letter of 26 pages he stated things that were not true. He has no empathy or compassion. I feel sorry for anyone who is assigned this man.
I think this judge wants to go down in History as having the most denials. His record speaks volumes. I wish I had any other judge. In the denial letter of 26 pages he stated things that were not true. He has no empathy or compassion. I feel sorry for anyone who is assigned this man.
I think this judge wants to go down in History as having the most denials. His record speaks volumes. I wish I had any other judge. In the denial letter of 26 pages he stated things that were not true. He has no empathy or compassion. I feel sorry for anyone who is assigned this man.
I saw this Judge this past week and was approved during the hearing. I think this Judge is very just and fair. He weighed the facts,the diagnosis and the doctor's recommendations as far as what disability I met. I had been denied by another Judge several years before, so this had been a long battle to get benefits! Me and my lawyer perhaps made mistakes with the previous Judge-possibly by not having the right tests and diagnosis from my doctors. The previous Judge was, however, very condescending, doubted my credibility and was very unfriendly! Judge Ziercher was fair, respectful, nice and no non-sense in his approach. He is just that, a Judge, and he believed in me and the doctors and data. In my opinion, if you are truly disabled, this is the Judge to have. If you are a faker-like so many-you had better not even show up! Good luck to those who are truly disabled!
Very officious in running his hearings. Pleasant enough during the hearing but expect to lose unless you have a very, very good case.
I am due to see this judge in a few months and I am absolutely terrified. I do not have a lawyer or any other representative. Are there any representatives the will help me for free?? I am scared based on his record. But having a lawyer is not going to make me any more incapable of working. I am failing at even maintaining a life itself.....
Terrible, horrible, AWFUL judge. Knows all the tricks to get away with denying good claims and have his decisions upheld by the Appeals Council, BUT I have won a remand on every single case I have ever appealed at the district court level where he was the judge. If your claimant is denied by Ziercher, expect to have an appealable issue for the district court and make sure you appeal (or refer the case out if you don't do appeals) so that his name is known by the upper levels of SSA as a judge that costs the government a lot of money in EAJA fees. And somebody please tell him that he can't pull off a bow tie.
Judge Ziercher is very intimidating and his record should frighten you. I had to have two hearings with him, but in the second he approved me. I'm middle-aged and didn't at the time have very clear-cut diagnoses. But this man does his due diligence and honestly, you want this. It was because he is so thorough that I was approved. My advice to all: 1) HIRE A LAWYER. This is your life and there's no price on this. I paid the max to my lawyer, $6000. Could I have used this money? Of course. But you do not want to go into any of these hearings without a lawyer. They file documents that you and I cannot write ourselves. Plus, you're proving how serious you are to your judge about your case. And 2) BE COMPLIANT, with your lawyer and your doctors. Don't doctor jump if you can help it. Finally, answer the judge clearly and HONESTLY. You may not know it when he's questioning you, but most of the time he knows the answers already. He's testing your honesty. And judging you...that's his job. But you can get through it. Good luck to all.
I had my hearing with him on November 6, 2017. He has a very direct, no nonsense attitude. I feel that he listened to my problems and gave the the attention they needed. Im patiently waiting on a decision to come in.
Judge Ziercher is very thorough and I think fair, although I have not received a decision. My case was unusual and somewhat complicated and he has extended the time to evaluate and get more information.