MEMPHIS, Tennessee Odar offices
At the Office of Disability Adjudication and Review (ODAR) in Memphis, TENNESSEE, 13 different administrative law judges (ALJ) conduct Social Security Disability (SSD) hearings and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) hearings. Currently, in Memphis, the average wait time for a SSI or SSD hearing is 10 months. The average case processing time in Memphis is 399 days. The Memphis 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 Memphis 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MEMPHIS | 13 | 10.0 months | 399 days | 2.2 | 19% | 48% | 33% |
| TENNESSEE | 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 / 21
| Full Name | Dismissed | Approved | Denied |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sheldon P Zisook | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| William F Taylor | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Paul M Stimson | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Audrey M Scott | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| J. D Reap | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Angele Pietrangelo | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| John A Peebles | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Jennifer Mills | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Jerry M Lang | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Lyle A Jones | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| George W Jenkins III | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| William R Ingram | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Robert Hodum | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Leetra J Harris | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Carmen Graves | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hubert E Graves | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Anthony Fava | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Rosalind Eddins-Hill | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Larry B Creson | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Robert B Bowling | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| K. Barlow | 0% | 0% | 0% |
185 Comments
Judge Barlow adheres to regulations and respects the medical evidence that is presented. She is very knowledgeable and she treats claimant with respect.
Judge Barlow adheres to regulations and respects the medical evidence that is presented. She is very knowledgeable and she treats claimant with respect.
Judge Barlow adheres to regulations and respects the medical evidence that is presented. She is very knowledgeable and she treats claimant with respect.
It is very important, to have your Primary Care Provider to complete the Residual Functional Capacity(RFC) forms for you. The Judge needs evidence of your total impairment(s) and limitations. The Judge must adhere to the federal guidelines. Your work history will speak for you. If you are 55 or older, and have the appropriate medical evidence and your documents are well organized by you or your representative, this is a plus. Answer all questions honestly, and make sure your paper work is up-to-date. Be prepared to answer questions concerning your Daily Activities. Visit youtube.com and search for "Social Security Disability Hearings", the videos are very helpful. The Lawyers provides helpful information. My hearing took 8 minutes, I received a favorable bench decision. Thank God
It is very important, to have your Primary Care Provider to complete the Residual Functional Capacity(RFC) forms for you. The Judge needs evidence of your total impairment(s) and limitations. The Judge must adhere to the federal guidelines. Your work history will speak for you. If you are 55 or older, and have the appropriate medical evidence and your documents are well organized by you or your representative, this is a plus. Answer all questions honestly, and make sure your paper work is up-to-date. Be prepared to answer questions concerning your Daily Activities. Visit youtube.com and search for "Social Security Disability Hearings", the videos are very helpful. The Lawyers provides helpful information. My hearing took 8 minutes, I received a favorable bench decision. Thank God
It is very important, to have your Primary Care Provider to complete the Residual Functional Capacity(RFC) forms for you. The Judge needs evidence of your total impairment(s) and limitations. The Judge must adhere to the federal guidelines. Your work history will speak for you. If you are 55 or older, and have the appropriate medical evidence and your documents are well organized by you or your representative, this is a plus. Answer all questions honestly, and make sure your paper work is up-to-date. Be prepared to answer questions concerning your Daily Activities. Visit youtube.com and search for "Social Security Disability Hearings", the videos are very helpful. The Lawyers provides helpful information. My hearing took 8 minutes, I received a favorable bench decision. Thank God
I had a hearing with Judge Barlow today. She seemed upset when came into the room at her end of the video. I just Pray that doesn’t affect her decision on my case. She seemed as if she covered all MEDICAL that was remanded appeal to cover. I Pray she finds me disabled (based on medical evidence) and honor a favorable decision. Overall, she was good.
Judge Barlow is a ***** who base your case on her own opinion. If she has a bad morning she brings it in the court room with her take it out on claimants. She really is a mean nasty unfair judge who deserve her zero stars and a vacation from human race. I dislike her and she needs another profession that she likes and not torcher humans that stand before her. What a *****.
I had a hearing with Judge K Barlow yesterday. In my personal opinion she was very knowleable, and she listened to all my medical issues. She also is very much by the book. You must prove with medical evidence that you’re disabled. But from my personal opinion she was a fair judge and treated me with respect, as did I to her.
this judge should only have - stars to evaluate his judicial worthiness, You sir are completely heartless and uncaring. I watch my dear friend suffer agonizing, unrelenting and unimaginable pain on a daily basis as she was unfortunate enough to develop reflex sympathetic dystrophy along with other disabling ailments, yet you in your infinite wisdom and understanding of social security law and rules state that although her impairments are severe and affect her ability to perform work related activity you can still find reason not to award her deserving and much needed benefits. How can that be?????
Based upon the national averages, all of this judge's decisions should be reviewed by the Appeals Counsel. His metrics are too far away from the national averages.
I really feel as if this Judge should be investigated. There is no way a ALJ should have statistics that read 1,842 cases, 1,550 decesions, 1,116 denials, and 434 approved. For the Fisical year as of 05/19/16, this judge has a 20% approval rating, and 63% Denied, 17% dismissed. Numbers don't lie. Due to incurable illness and you are in a wheelchair, receiving home health 3- 5 days a week, a service dog for PTSD, can't grip or hold items well anymore, but I was given unfavorable decision..especially when there is more than enough evidence to support it. Not being able to work for almost 3 yrs, and yet you still are given an Unfavorable Decision..Seriously?? Than your lawyer calls to ask if you want to appeal or start over...You should not have to fight so hard to get disabiltiy if you truly are deserving of it, and especially when you worked the last 25 yrs previous to your diagnosis. This is ridiculous!!
I am yet another person who was turned down for disability. I have and took to the court a stack od medical files 6 inches think. I have neuropathy in both feet from 4 foot surgeries,fibromayalga, auto-immune hepatitis that I will have for the rest of my life,and have to take medication for it.I have been depressed for a few years now since I was diagnosed with the auto immune this disease has bitterly stolen my life.I have oseoarthrits in both feet and in both knees I have to have 2 knee replacement in april. I have Chronic liver disease for the rest of my life through no fault of my own. I don't drink or smoke.Yhis judge was very unsympathetic to my disability I looked at the numbers of cases that he approves/disaproves and they are higher in huntington wv than any where else the minute he asked me if I went to church,and I said no ,I had a gut feeling he would deny it and I told my lawyer when we walked out of the hearing. I am an american citizen. I have worked all my life raised 3 children on my own, Each of my children are college graduates and contributors to society. I f this was your money that you paid to SS all your life and you become disabled through no fault of your own,and you had a passel of Drs. reports to back you up how would you feel,someone need to check on HIM.
Is a very fair Judge.
Is a very fair Judge.
Is a very fair Judge.
Is a very fair Judge.
She is a very kind and fair judge.
After reviewing her % rate I had a feeling that she was not going to approve my case, denied more cases than approved.She denied my SSI/SSDI, I hope that I don't have to go in front of her ever again.
Video Hearing. POOR quality video and audio. Each time after claimant and I spoke there was a weird "feedback". She sets 4 hearings at the same time and expects claimants and representatives to wait. You may wait a long time even if your hearing notice says 8:30 AM. ALJ went on the record and swore claimant in. She never introduced herself to the claimant. No review of exhibits and if there were any objections to the exhibits. No VE. Seems to be looking for a way to deny claimants instaed of giving a fair and balanced hearing.
Video Hearing. POOR quality video and audio. Each time after claimant and I spoke there was a weird "feedback". She sets 4 hearings at the same time and expects claimants and representatives to wait. You may wait a long time even if your hearing notice says 8:30 AM. ALJ went on the record and swore claimant in. She never introduced herself to the claimant. No review of exhibits and if there were any objections to the exhibits. No VE. Seems to be looking for a way to deny claimants instaed of giving a fair and balanced hearing.
Video Hearing. POOR quality video and audio. Each time after claimant and I spoke there was a weird "feedback". She sets 4 hearings at the same time and expects claimants and representatives to wait. You may wait a long time even if your hearing notice says 8:30 AM. ALJ went on the record and swore claimant in. She never introduced herself to the claimant. No review of exhibits and if there were any objections to the exhibits. No VE. Seems to be looking for a way to deny claimants instaed of giving a fair and balanced hearing.
Video Hearing. POOR quality video and audio. Each time after claimant and I spoke there was a weird "feedback". She sets 4 hearings at the same time and expects claimants and representatives to wait. You may wait a long time even if your hearing notice says 8:30 AM. ALJ went on the record and swore claimant in. She never introduced herself to the claimant. No review of exhibits and if there were any objections to the exhibits. No VE. Seems to be looking for a way to deny claimants instaed of giving a fair and balanced hearing.
Bases Fact against fiction, gives a very fair hearing and listens well. Direct questions and reviews the cases with diligence.
Bases Fact against fiction, gives a very fair hearing and listens well. Direct questions and reviews the cases with diligence.
Bases Fact against fiction, gives a very fair hearing and listens well. Direct questions and reviews the cases with diligence.
Bases Fact against fiction, gives a very fair hearing and listens well. Direct questions and reviews the cases with diligence.
Negative ALJ
Negative ALJ
Negative ALJ
Absolutely rude and obnoxious. As previous poster stated, she did not introduce herself to claimant or lend any formality to the hearing. Seemed like she was upset or annoyed. Very terse with her questioning and cut off claimant/attorney more than a few times. Her behavior was very Judge Judy-ish.
Absolutely rude and obnoxious. As previous poster stated, she did not introduce herself to claimant or lend any formality to the hearing. Seemed like she was upset or annoyed. Very terse with her questioning and cut off claimant/attorney more than a few times. Her behavior was very Judge Judy-ish.
Absolutely rude and obnoxious. As previous poster stated, she did not introduce herself to claimant or lend any formality to the hearing. Seemed like she was upset or annoyed. Very terse with her questioning and cut off claimant/attorney more than a few times. Her behavior was very Judge Judy-ish.
Absolutely rude and obnoxious. As previous poster stated, she did not introduce herself to claimant or lend any formality to the hearing. Seemed like she was upset or annoyed. Very terse with her questioning and cut off claimant/attorney more than a few times. Her behavior was very Judge Judy-ish.
Spits on due process. Not fit to adjudicate.
Spits on due process. Not fit to adjudicate.
Spits on due process. Not fit to adjudicate.
Spits on due process. Not fit to adjudicate.
Sounds like this Judge roots out the fakers. Too many claim they are diabled but are seen driving around in a corvette. GET A JOB
Sounds like this Judge roots out the fakers. Too many claim they are diabled but are seen driving around in a corvette. GET A JOB
Sounds like this Judge roots out the fakers. Too many claim they are diabled but are seen driving around in a corvette. GET A JOB
Sounds like this Judge roots out the fakers. Too many claim they are diabled but are seen driving around in a corvette. GET A JOB Learn to spell
Sounds like this Judge roots out the fakers. Too many claim they are diabled but are seen driving around in a corvette. GET A JOB Learn to spell
Sounds like this Judge roots out the fakers. Too many claim they are diabled but are seen driving around in a corvette. GET A JOB Learn to spell
Seemed to be very knowledgeable and fair with hearing process.
Seemed to be very knowledgeable and fair with hearing process.
Seemed to be very knowledgeable and fair with hearing process.
I haven't received my decision letter yet but I liked her she's not rude she's doing her job. Lord knows if she didn't stop me I'd told her my life story and 50 others that weren't to do with this case haha I trust her decision will be in my best interest if not there's a good reason I'm sure. But if not I'll be back to fight it.
She's very strict and asks sometimes inappropriate questions. She does listen to what you have to say and she's very through I'm sure she can pick up on the fakers and weeds them out which is a very good thing. The only issue I have is even if you have proof that you are disabled and you definitely cannot work she will find a way to deny you. Also she doesn't introduce herself or anything she's very to the point. Overall I think she's a fair judge but she does kind of come of as being a Judge Judy she even has a New York accent. I'm not basing this off her approval or denials. She's an O.K. judge in my book.
I'm 100 Disabled vet and she's denied me twice. It seems like she doesn't even read your records she asks questions that you've already answered. If you aren't physically disabled or if you aren't a certain age she WILL deny you and that's a fact and it seems like she does not believe that people have mental issues that affect their ability to work. I'm not even basing my opinion off her approval rating or anything to that matter I'm stating my opinion after meeting with her twice. She's rude seems like she doesn't want to be there and that you're wasting her time even after the job expert guy said there is no work that I can perform due to my disabilities I was still denied. Good luck if you get this judge and are claiming mental illness most likely she'll deny you your benefits.
This judge is biased and does not consider mental illness as a disability. If she denies you and you appeal it and if it goes back to her she's 100 percent going to deny you a second time it seems like she does not read nor goes through the medical records. She has no compassion for people with hardships or who have suffered through traumatic experiences. She's very rude and will interrupt you and/or your representative whenever you're responding to her questions. Some of her questioning has nothing to do with the case. From the moment I met this judge I got a bad vibe from her it seems like she already made her mind up by just looking at me. I know I'm not the only one she's treated unfairly. I hope anyone else who has also been mistreated by this judge please file a complaint. A judge like her should not be in power.
This Judges I love.
This Judges I love.
This Judges I love.
This Judge is very fair. May God's Blessing be upon today and every day of your life. Thank You.
This Judge is very fair. May God's Blessing be upon today and every day of your life. Thank You.
This Judge is very fair. May God's Blessing be upon today and every day of your life. Thank You.
This ALJ needs to be released from the bench. He appears to have some pretty serious illnesss'.
This ALJ needs to be released from the bench. He appears to have some pretty serious illnesss'.
This ALJ needs to be released from the bench. He appears to have some pretty serious illnesss'.
This ALJ needs to be released from the bench. He appears to have some pretty serious illnesss'.
Judge Graves is a very fair and compassionate human being and I found him to be a very proficient, competent and learned Judge.
Judge Graves is a very fair and compassionate human being and I found him to be a very proficient, competent and learned Judge.
Judge Graves is a very fair and compassionate human being and I found him to be a very proficient, competent and learned Judge.
Judge Hodum is the most worthless piece of **** on the face of the earth. He does not take into account all viable information before making his uninformed decisions and does not have the mental ability to take all variables into account and understand them. Therefore, his decisions are uninformed and radical. If this is the type of garbage we have sitting on our disability benches in the State of Missouri, then no one need apply for benefits. His ability to twist the facts in the governments favor and deny claims based on partial information, should make him a prime candidate for a socialist decoration of the highest order.
Judge Hodum is the most worthless piece of **** on the face of the earth. He does not take into account all viable information before making his uninformed decisions and does not have the mental ability to take all variables into account and understand them. Therefore, his decisions are uninformed and radical. If this is the type of garbage we have sitting on our disability benches in the State of Missouri, then no one need apply for benefits. His ability to twist the facts in the governments favor and deny claims based on partial information, should make him a prime candidate for a socialist decoration of the highest order.
Judge Hodum is the most worthless piece of **** on the face of the earth. He does not take into account all viable information before making his uninformed decisions and does not have the mental ability to take all variables into account and understand them. Therefore, his decisions are uninformed and radical. If this is the type of garbage we have sitting on our disability benches in the State of Missouri, then no one need apply for benefits. His ability to twist the facts in the governments favor and deny claims based on partial information, should make him a prime candidate for a socialist decoration of the highest order.
Judge Hodum is the most worthless piece of **** on the face of the earth. He does not take into account all viable information before making his uninformed decisions and does not have the mental ability to take all variables into account and understand them. Therefore, his decisions are uninformed and radical. If this is the type of garbage we have sitting on our disability benches in the State of Missouri, then no one need apply for benefits. His ability to twist the facts in the governments favor and deny claims based on partial information, should make him a prime candidate for a socialist decoration of the highest order.
No doubt his decisions are based on ethnicity rather then facts. If medical information supports that I'm disabled, and I'm denied, then racism is the only conclusion that I can come up with. I truely think that he bases his decisions on the ethnicity of a persons last name or the color of their skin. He needs to be removed. He's no doubt a racist.
No doubt his decisions are based on ethnicity rather then facts. If medical information supports that I'm disabled, and I'm denied, then racism is the only conclusion that I can come up with. I truely think that he bases his decisions on the ethnicity of a persons last name or the color of their skin. He needs to be removed. He's no doubt a racist.
No doubt his decisions are based on ethnicity rather then facts. If medical information supports that I'm disabled, and I'm denied, then racism is the only conclusion that I can come up with. I truely think that he bases his decisions on the ethnicity of a persons last name or the color of their skin. He needs to be removed. He's no doubt a racist.
No doubt his decisions are based on ethnicity rather then facts. If medical information supports that I'm disabled, and I'm denied, then racism is the only conclusion that I can come up with. I truely think that he bases his decisions on the ethnicity of a persons last name or the color of their skin. He needs to be removed. He's no doubt a racist.
He's a coward who makes decisions on peoples behalf behind their backs instead of face to face. That kind of cowardice needs recognition. I'll bet if he was required to make decisions in the company of the litigants, his track record would be better. I'll bet if he were to see one of his former litigants on the street, one that was denied, he would turn tail and run like the yellow scum he is.
He's a coward who makes decisions on peoples behalf behind their backs instead of face to face. That kind of cowardice needs recognition. I'll bet if he was required to make decisions in the company of the litigants, his track record would be better. I'll bet if he were to see one of his former litigants on the street, one that was denied, he would turn tail and run like the yellow scum he is.
He's a coward who makes decisions on peoples behalf behind their backs instead of face to face. That kind of cowardice needs recognition. I'll bet if he was required to make decisions in the company of the litigants, his track record would be better. I'll bet if he were to see one of his former litigants on the street, one that was denied, he would turn tail and run like the yellow scum he is.
He's a coward who makes decisions on peoples behalf behind their backs instead of face to face. That kind of cowardice needs recognition. I'll bet if he was required to make decisions in the company of the litigants, his track record would be better. I'll bet if he were to see one of his former litigants on the street, one that was denied, he would turn tail and run like the yellow scum he is.
Sounds like a FAIR judge to me.....
Sounds like a FAIR judge to me.....
Sounds like a FAIR judge to me.....
Sounds like a FAIR judge to me.....
You are ever so right I live in Tennessee and the judge Denied me of my disability, and for a appeal I have to Wait two years before I hear from my appeal and that Stands an eighty five percent chance of being denied. I will need to make a new claim and loose all my back. And I am fifty five and of age for my benefits.
You are ever so right I live in Tennessee and the judge Denied me of my disability, and for a appeal I have to Wait two years before I hear from my appeal and that Stands an eighty five percent chance of being denied. I will need to make a new claim and loose all my back. And I am fifty five and of age for my benefits.
You are ever so right I live in Tennessee and the judge Denied me of my disability, and for a appeal I have to Wait two years before I hear from my appeal and that Stands an eighty five percent chance of being denied. I will need to make a new claim and loose all my back. And I am fifty five and of age for my benefits.
Im scared....i had a hearing with Hodum....and he gave the Vocational Expert an extra week to find jobs for me.....so im wondering if thats a bad thing???
Im scared....i had a hearing with Hodum....and he gave the Vocational Expert an extra week to find jobs for me.....so im wondering if thats a bad thing???
Im scared....i had a hearing with Hodum....and he gave the Vocational Expert an extra week to find jobs for me.....so im wondering if thats a bad thing???
Just becasue you were denied benefits on appeal does not mean the judge is bad. Stop trying to live off the taxpayers and get a job.
Just becasue you were denied benefits on appeal does not mean the judge is bad. Stop trying to live off the taxpayers and get a job.
Just becasue you were denied benefits on appeal does not mean the judge is bad. Stop trying to live off the taxpayers and get a job.
BONUSES?!...... "....A former administrative law judge in the Huntington office told the Wall Street Journal in a May 2011 article he thought supervisors didn't crack down on Daugherty because he helped the office meet its goals for processing cases, which would bring bonuses. The Social Security Administration started investigating Daugherty after that May 2011 article, which pointed to Daugherty as an example of the financial strains that threaten to drain one Social Security disability fund dry. Daugherty told the newspaper he had done nothing improper in awarding disability payments to people. He resigned in mid-2011."
BONUSES?!...... "....A former administrative law judge in the Huntington office told the Wall Street Journal in a May 2011 article he thought supervisors didn't crack down on Daugherty because he helped the office meet its goals for processing cases, which would bring bonuses. The Social Security Administration started investigating Daugherty after that May 2011 article, which pointed to Daugherty as an example of the financial strains that threaten to drain one Social Security disability fund dry. Daugherty told the newspaper he had done nothing improper in awarding disability payments to people. He resigned in mid-2011."
BONUSES?!...... "....A former administrative law judge in the Huntington office told the Wall Street Journal in a May 2011 article he thought supervisors didn't crack down on Daugherty because he helped the office meet its goals for processing cases, which would bring bonuses. The Social Security Administration started investigating Daugherty after that May 2011 article, which pointed to Daugherty as an example of the financial strains that threaten to drain one Social Security disability fund dry. Daugherty told the newspaper he had done nothing improper in awarding disability payments to people. He resigned in mid-2011."
Very fair judge. Knowledgeable and courteous.
He denied disabilty even though medical records indicated condition was life threatening
ALJ is older with long white hair; has pleasant demeanor. Will often ask Rep to identify key exhibits supporting theory of case at beginning. Will ask claimant questions like "Could you be a Wal-Mart greeter? or a salesperson at Bass Pro Shop?" Hearings often start late. Award rate is in the middle/average range.
ALJ is older with long white hair; has pleasant demeanor. Will often ask Rep to identify key exhibits supporting theory of case at beginning. Will ask claimant questions like "Could you be a Wal-Mart greeter? or a salesperson at Bass Pro Shop?" Hearings often start late. Award rate is in the middle/average range.
ALJ is older with long white hair; has pleasant demeanor. Will often ask Rep to identify key exhibits supporting theory of case at beginning. Will ask claimant questions like "Could you be a Wal-Mart greeter? or a salesperson at Bass Pro Shop?" Hearings often start late. Award rate is in the middle/average range.
Recently had hearing with this ALJ on remand of a case. ALJ did not seem familiar with file; he wanted to rush things along; he did not seem to be following the directives of the Appeals Council as to what should be addressed at the remand hearing.
Recently had hearing with this ALJ on remand of a case. ALJ did not seem familiar with file; he wanted to rush things along; he did not seem to be following the directives of the Appeals Council as to what should be addressed at the remand hearing.
Recently had hearing with this ALJ on remand of a case. ALJ did not seem familiar with file; he wanted to rush things along; he did not seem to be following the directives of the Appeals Council as to what should be addressed at the remand hearing.
Judge Ingram appeared to be very pleasant at my hearing with him. Although I was denied by him for disability at hearing in 2015, I still found him to be again very knowledgeable and pleasant doing my hearing with him.
This judge is absolutely horrible! I couldn't tell in his decision if he was outright lying or just not too bright or just lazy. Maybe it was all three. I'd like to go into detail, but don't feel comfortable doing so at this time. Do those of us with disabilities a favor, Ingram: Give a careful, competent look at our cases, or just retire.
This Judge is a pure bread Liberial. It appears he does not review the cases at all...
This Judge is a pure bread Liberial. It appears he does not review the cases at all...
This Judge is a pure bread Liberial. It appears he does not review the cases at all...
Had my hearing the 29th of August 2017 with this judge he was very nice and only asked a few questions hoping that's not a bad sign. I've been suffering since 2008. I really hope I get approved this time .still waiting for a decision.
I really hope he approves my son...I've been waiting 2yrs n a Half For A Hearing...I Think It Went Okay...Hoping For The Best... Decision has been made but I wouldn't know yet...That Was Fast... Praying For good news...
It appears that this is one tough judge. I just had my case reviewed by Mr.Lang; I'm worried that because I'm trying to go back to school so that someday I don't have to depend on disability, this will ruin my case. If I lose my case, I don't stand a chance of finishing school because of our financial situation. Please, if anyone has a story to share about their case, I would love to hear about it.
It appears that this is one tough judge. I just had my case reviewed by Mr.Lang; I'm worried that because I'm trying to go back to school so that someday I don't have to depend on disability, this will ruin my case. If I lose my case, I don't stand a chance of finishing school because of our financial situation. Please, if anyone has a story to share about their case, I would love to hear about it.
It appears that this is one tough judge. I just had my case reviewed by Mr.Lang; I'm worried that because I'm trying to go back to school so that someday I don't have to depend on disability, this will ruin my case. If I lose my case, I don't stand a chance of finishing school because of our financial situation. Please, if anyone has a story to share about their case, I would love to hear about it.
It appears that this is one tough judge. I just had my case reviewed by Mr.Lang; I'm worried that because I'm trying to go back to school so that someday I don't have to depend on disability, this will ruin my case. If I lose my case, I don't stand a chance of finishing school because of our financial situation. Please, if anyone has a story to share about their case, I would love to hear about it.
MR JERRY LANG IS A JERK. NO ONE LIKES HIM AND HE DENIES MORE THAN 70% OF THE CASES HE HEARS. BACK IN 2006 WHEN I HAD MY FIRST CASE HEARD IN HIS LITTLE COURTROOM, HE AWARDED ME WITH A CLOSED PERIOD SETTLEMENT. HE STATED THAT AFTER MY 1ST BACK SURGERY THAT I COULD RETURN TO WORK, UNFORTUNENTLY THE PROBLEM IS, MY MEDICAL ISSUES CONTINUED TO DECLINE AND WHEN I SAW HIM AGAIN IN 2009, I NEEDED A 2ND BACK SURGERY AND I HAD ADDITIONAL MEDICAL ISSUES IN ADDITION TO WHAT I ALREADY WAS DEALING WITH. NOT ONLY DID HE DENY ME AN AWARD FOR MY 2ND HEARING VIA TELECONFERENCE BUT HE DID SO WITH THE KNOWLEDGE OF HAVING MORE MEDICAL ISSUES AND ACCEPTED THE FACT THAT I WAS DISABLED FOR A PERIOD OF 3 YEARS BECAUSE HE GAVE ME A CLOSED PERIOD AWARD. SO YOU TELL ME, 1ST TIME CLOSED AWARD, 2ND TIME THINGS ARE WORSE AND I AM DENIED. THAT MAKES NO SESNE. JUST LAST WEEK, 02/19/2013, I WENT BACK TO DYERSBURG TO SEE A DIFFERENT ALJ BUT THAT MAN CALLED IN SICK AND GUESS WHO I WAS SUPPOSE TO HAVE? MR JERRY LANG AKA: JERK! SO IVE HAD 2 BACK SURGERIES NOT TO MENTION MENTAL ISSUES AND A BLOOD CLOT WHEREAS I HAVE LIFE LONG DEBILITATING NEGATIVE ISSUES AS A RESULT. WHEN I FOUND OUT WHO WAS GOIN TO HEAR MY CASE, I JUST DISMISSED IT. IT WOULD BE A TOTAL WASTE OF TIME BECAUSE WE ALREADY KNKOW HOW THE MAN OPERATES. IM GOING TO MOVE TO ANOTHER STATE AND IF NOT, THEN ANOTHER COUNTY FAR FROM ALJ JERRY LANG. I HOPE THIS MAN SUFFERS SOMETIME IN THE FUTURE FROM CHRONIC PAIN, THEN AND ONLY THEN HE WILL UNDERSTAND. IT WOULD BE MUCH BETTER IF HE JUST COMMITED SUICIDE AND SAVED THE TAX PAYERS MONEY AND SAVERD ALL THE MANY PPL THAT NEED DISABILITY TO BEABLE TO HAVE SOME FORM OF QUALITY OF LIFE. MY NAME IS JIMMY BECK FROM DRESDEN TN AND I APPROVE THIS MSG. IF ANYONE HAS AN IDEA HOW TO GET AROUND CRUEL JUDGES THAT SEEM TO ENJOY TORTURING INNOCENT INJURED INDIVIDUALS, THEN BY ALL MEANS SHOOT ME A EMAIL EMAIL: STUCKNCA@YAHOO.COM
MR JERRY LANG IS A JERK. NO ONE LIKES HIM AND HE DENIES MORE THAN 70% OF THE CASES HE HEARS. BACK IN 2006 WHEN I HAD MY FIRST CASE HEARD IN HIS LITTLE COURTROOM, HE AWARDED ME WITH A CLOSED PERIOD SETTLEMENT. HE STATED THAT AFTER MY 1ST BACK SURGERY THAT I COULD RETURN TO WORK, UNFORTUNENTLY THE PROBLEM IS, MY MEDICAL ISSUES CONTINUED TO DECLINE AND WHEN I SAW HIM AGAIN IN 2009, I NEEDED A 2ND BACK SURGERY AND I HAD ADDITIONAL MEDICAL ISSUES IN ADDITION TO WHAT I ALREADY WAS DEALING WITH. NOT ONLY DID HE DENY ME AN AWARD FOR MY 2ND HEARING VIA TELECONFERENCE BUT HE DID SO WITH THE KNOWLEDGE OF HAVING MORE MEDICAL ISSUES AND ACCEPTED THE FACT THAT I WAS DISABLED FOR A PERIOD OF 3 YEARS BECAUSE HE GAVE ME A CLOSED PERIOD AWARD. SO YOU TELL ME, 1ST TIME CLOSED AWARD, 2ND TIME THINGS ARE WORSE AND I AM DENIED. THAT MAKES NO SESNE. JUST LAST WEEK, 02/19/2013, I WENT BACK TO DYERSBURG TO SEE A DIFFERENT ALJ BUT THAT MAN CALLED IN SICK AND GUESS WHO I WAS SUPPOSE TO HAVE? MR JERRY LANG AKA: JERK! SO IVE HAD 2 BACK SURGERIES NOT TO MENTION MENTAL ISSUES AND A BLOOD CLOT WHEREAS I HAVE LIFE LONG DEBILITATING NEGATIVE ISSUES AS A RESULT. WHEN I FOUND OUT WHO WAS GOIN TO HEAR MY CASE, I JUST DISMISSED IT. IT WOULD BE A TOTAL WASTE OF TIME BECAUSE WE ALREADY KNKOW HOW THE MAN OPERATES. IM GOING TO MOVE TO ANOTHER STATE AND IF NOT, THEN ANOTHER COUNTY FAR FROM ALJ JERRY LANG. I HOPE THIS MAN SUFFERS SOMETIME IN THE FUTURE FROM CHRONIC PAIN, THEN AND ONLY THEN HE WILL UNDERSTAND. IT WOULD BE MUCH BETTER IF HE JUST COMMITED SUICIDE AND SAVED THE TAX PAYERS MONEY AND SAVERD ALL THE MANY PPL THAT NEED DISABILITY TO BEABLE TO HAVE SOME FORM OF QUALITY OF LIFE. MY NAME IS JIMMY BECK FROM DRESDEN TN AND I APPROVE THIS MSG. IF ANYONE HAS AN IDEA HOW TO GET AROUND CRUEL JUDGES THAT SEEM TO ENJOY TORTURING INNOCENT INJURED INDIVIDUALS, THEN BY ALL MEANS SHOOT ME A EMAIL EMAIL: STUCKNCA@YAHOO.COM
MR JERRY LANG IS A JERK. NO ONE LIKES HIM AND HE DENIES MORE THAN 70% OF THE CASES HE HEARS. BACK IN 2006 WHEN I HAD MY FIRST CASE HEARD IN HIS LITTLE COURTROOM, HE AWARDED ME WITH A CLOSED PERIOD SETTLEMENT. HE STATED THAT AFTER MY 1ST BACK SURGERY THAT I COULD RETURN TO WORK, UNFORTUNENTLY THE PROBLEM IS, MY MEDICAL ISSUES CONTINUED TO DECLINE AND WHEN I SAW HIM AGAIN IN 2009, I NEEDED A 2ND BACK SURGERY AND I HAD ADDITIONAL MEDICAL ISSUES IN ADDITION TO WHAT I ALREADY WAS DEALING WITH. NOT ONLY DID HE DENY ME AN AWARD FOR MY 2ND HEARING VIA TELECONFERENCE BUT HE DID SO WITH THE KNOWLEDGE OF HAVING MORE MEDICAL ISSUES AND ACCEPTED THE FACT THAT I WAS DISABLED FOR A PERIOD OF 3 YEARS BECAUSE HE GAVE ME A CLOSED PERIOD AWARD. SO YOU TELL ME, 1ST TIME CLOSED AWARD, 2ND TIME THINGS ARE WORSE AND I AM DENIED. THAT MAKES NO SESNE. JUST LAST WEEK, 02/19/2013, I WENT BACK TO DYERSBURG TO SEE A DIFFERENT ALJ BUT THAT MAN CALLED IN SICK AND GUESS WHO I WAS SUPPOSE TO HAVE? MR JERRY LANG AKA: JERK! SO IVE HAD 2 BACK SURGERIES NOT TO MENTION MENTAL ISSUES AND A BLOOD CLOT WHEREAS I HAVE LIFE LONG DEBILITATING NEGATIVE ISSUES AS A RESULT. WHEN I FOUND OUT WHO WAS GOIN TO HEAR MY CASE, I JUST DISMISSED IT. IT WOULD BE A TOTAL WASTE OF TIME BECAUSE WE ALREADY KNKOW HOW THE MAN OPERATES. IM GOING TO MOVE TO ANOTHER STATE AND IF NOT, THEN ANOTHER COUNTY FAR FROM ALJ JERRY LANG. I HOPE THIS MAN SUFFERS SOMETIME IN THE FUTURE FROM CHRONIC PAIN, THEN AND ONLY THEN HE WILL UNDERSTAND. IT WOULD BE MUCH BETTER IF HE JUST COMMITED SUICIDE AND SAVED THE TAX PAYERS MONEY AND SAVERD ALL THE MANY PPL THAT NEED DISABILITY TO BEABLE TO HAVE SOME FORM OF QUALITY OF LIFE. MY NAME IS JIMMY BECK FROM DRESDEN TN AND I APPROVE THIS MSG. IF ANYONE HAS AN IDEA HOW TO GET AROUND CRUEL JUDGES THAT SEEM TO ENJOY TORTURING INNOCENT INJURED INDIVIDUALS, THEN BY ALL MEANS SHOOT ME A EMAIL EMAIL: STUCKNCA@YAHOO.COM
If you can go to school, you are not disabled
If you can go to school, you are not disabled
If you can go to school, you are not disabled
It is a very shallow statement to state that a person who can go to school is not disabled. There are many people that are born with disabilities or become disabled in life, yet they are offered extra help to go to school and grants are offered to disabled people to go to secondary school. I have rheumatoid arthritis, a lung condition related to the R.A., and a heart condition, and I receive disability because I am no longer able to perform the type of work I did before my diagnosis. I am now in college and seeking a degree in psychology so that I can one day return to work and no longer have to depend on disability. Yes, I do have to take small class loads and I have to inform my instructors of my condition, and at times get extended time some of my work, but I am sure trying. Just because a person becomes disabled does not mean they should have to sit and stare at walls and depend on $700 a month income; they have every right to improve their education, thus giving them a chance to improve their choices for work opportunity and not have to live the rest of their life drawing a disability check. The Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA) passed in 1975 and the Americans with Disabilities Act both offer help in education for those who are disabled; yes, the government does recognize that a person can be disabled, yet go to school.
It is a very shallow statement to state that a person who can go to school is not disabled. There are many people that are born with disabilities or become disabled in life, yet they are offered extra help to go to school and grants are offered to disabled people to go to secondary school. I have rheumatoid arthritis, a lung condition related to the R.A., and a heart condition, and I receive disability because I am no longer able to perform the type of work I did before my diagnosis. I am now in college and seeking a degree in psychology so that I can one day return to work and no longer have to depend on disability. Yes, I do have to take small class loads and I have to inform my instructors of my condition, and at times get extended time some of my work, but I am sure trying. Just because a person becomes disabled does not mean they should have to sit and stare at walls and depend on $700 a month income; they have every right to improve their education, thus giving them a chance to improve their choices for work opportunity and not have to live the rest of their life drawing a disability check. The Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA) passed in 1975 and the Americans with Disabilities Act both offer help in education for those who are disabled; yes, the government does recognize that a person can be disabled, yet go to school.
It is a very shallow statement to state that a person who can go to school is not disabled. There are many people that are born with disabilities or become disabled in life, yet they are offered extra help to go to school and grants are offered to disabled people to go to secondary school. I have rheumatoid arthritis, a lung condition related to the R.A., and a heart condition, and I receive disability because I am no longer able to perform the type of work I did before my diagnosis. I am now in college and seeking a degree in psychology so that I can one day return to work and no longer have to depend on disability. Yes, I do have to take small class loads and I have to inform my instructors of my condition, and at times get extended time some of my work, but I am sure trying. Just because a person becomes disabled does not mean they should have to sit and stare at walls and depend on $700 a month income; they have every right to improve their education, thus giving them a chance to improve their choices for work opportunity and not have to live the rest of their life drawing a disability check. The Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA) passed in 1975 and the Americans with Disabilities Act both offer help in education for those who are disabled; yes, the government does recognize that a person can be disabled, yet go to school.
It is a very shallow statement to state that a person who can go to school is not disabled. There are many people that are born with disabilities or become disabled in life, yet they are offered extra help to go to school and grants are offered to disabled people to go to secondary school. I have rheumatoid arthritis, a lung condition related to the R.A., and a heart condition, and I receive disability because I am no longer able to perform the type of work I did before my diagnosis. I am now in college and seeking a degree in psychology so that I can one day return to work and no longer have to depend on disability. Yes, I do have to take small class loads and I have to inform my instructors of my condition, and at times get extended time some of my work, but I am sure trying. Just because a person becomes disabled does not mean they should have to sit and stare at walls and depend on $700 a month income; they have every right to improve their education, thus giving them a chance to improve their choices for work opportunity and not have to live the rest of their life drawing a disability check. The Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA) passed in 1975 and the Americans with Disabilities Act both offer help in education for those who are disabled; yes, the government does recognize that a person can be disabled, yet go to school.
Out of line, abuses power, demeaning, ignores attorneys and reams of legitimate records,takes away hope, why would an applicant who has worked for 30+ years seek to live on $700/mo? To wait 2 years for a hearing only to be told one can sort limes on a processing line part time? Anyone have such a job for 20 minute shifts? No wonder there is such a high suicide rate for those that become disabled after long careers.
Out of line, abuses power, demeaning, ignores attorneys and reams of legitimate records,takes away hope, why would an applicant who has worked for 30+ years seek to live on $700/mo? To wait 2 years for a hearing only to be told one can sort limes on a processing line part time? Anyone have such a job for 20 minute shifts? No wonder there is such a high suicide rate for those that become disabled after long careers.
Out of line, abuses power, demeaning, ignores attorneys and reams of legitimate records,takes away hope, why would an applicant who has worked for 30+ years seek to live on $700/mo? To wait 2 years for a hearing only to be told one can sort limes on a processing line part time? Anyone have such a job for 20 minute shifts? No wonder there is such a high suicide rate for those that become disabled after long careers.
This is a fair judge my lawyer lost my medical record and didn't show court and he role in my favor this is a fair judge!
Can't understand why his approval rating is one of the lowest every year not just in the Memphis area but the whole state of Tn. just sad
HE IS A DISAPPOINTMENT AS A JUDGE VERY UNFAIR I AM 100% DAV THE VA. HE DID NOT THANK ME FOR MY SERVICE. IT A SHAME HAVE TO FIGHT OVER IN AFGHANISTAN AND COME HOME AND FIGHT THE SYSTEM. BUT I WILL APPEAL HIS UN FAIR DECISION. HE Will BE JUDGED ONE DAY AND HE WIll ANSWER FOR HIS UNRIGHT DECISION.SO WILL US ALl.
This judge is a true jerk. I was denied because in my medical records he saw on one of office visit notes where I had discussed with my rheumatologist that I had gone a cruise with my family and how bad I felt on the trip and how bad I hurt and all I wanted to do was sleep and the doctor had increased my med at that visit. He also denied me because I was told to go to the gym and stretch and move by my doctor. What am I suppose to do just sit in a recliner all day or stay in bed????? If I had been denied based on the reports from several doctors that would be one thing but he denied me based in his opinion!!!!!
Based on his opinion he denied me because of my age, stating I'm 44 and can bounce back. My doctors all signed off for my disability and I still was denied, maybe judge Lang should get off the bench and retire cause he's hurting people more so than helping them. In my deniel letter it also stated I have a email address so I'm able to communicate, I had a email address long before I got sick so that shouldn't make a difference at all!!
The appeals judge over turn his decision In my case and grant my claim.. He was a very unfair judge In my opinion. So don't give up keep fighting for your right You earned your benefit no one gave them to you i work 35 yrs. Us army 3 deployment in combat zone.
The appeals judge over turn his decision In my case and grant my claim.. He was a very unfair judge In my opinion. So don't give up keep fighting for your right You earned your benefit no one gave them to you i work 35 yrs. Us army 3 deployment in combat zone.
She was very friendly and was quick and to the point. The day I had my hearing she was sick but she still showed up even though i am sure she would have prefered to be some where resting and getting to feel better. She is a judge that is for the people. She seems to know her cases before they come to her and is very prepared.
Had my hearing on August 21, 2019. She was so caring and professional. Received my approval letter today. I cannot stop crying and praising God for allowing my case to go before her court. She listened intently to my attorney and the expert witness. I did not know what my decision would be, but I was thankful that she seemed genuinely concerned about my plight. She is truly a blessing to this court.
This judge lies. He lied about what medical records he had in his possession. The medical records that he said he didn't have are clearly listed in the "Medical Records" section at the end of his decision. He believed nothing that I said and nothing that any of the doctors said. Two of those doctors were hired by the Social Security Administration. In his decision, Judge Peebles seemed to be arguing with the doctors. I was diagnosed with several illnesses which the doctors documented in the records and still Judge Peebles said in his decision that I don't have any of these illnesses. He said that the doctor's opinion was inconsistent with the overall records. He threw out other diagnoses because he said my answers were inconsistent with those illnesses. He misspelled many of the words in his decision and some of those that were spelled correctly were misused, i.e. dysphonic (problems with the voice) vs. dysphoric (unhappy).
i can relate because i went before him as well and i have copd, a real bad back i have to have help going areas in my apartment, i have diabetis and diabetis nerve pain in my feet. and he denied me and i cannot even stand or sit for no more than a few minutes before i have lay down. the medications i am on make me dizzy and sleepy. no one is going to hiring me if i cannot keep my eyes open and i have to lay down every few minutes.
I have now appeared before Judge Peebles three times. Out of the 70 or so ALJs I've been before, he is one of the best. Conducts his hearings logically and calmly, is polite to the claimant and ensures she understands what is going on, is fully aware of what's in the record. He may come to a different conclusion than what the claimant/representative would like, but he will do it fairly and conscientiously. Know your case, prepare your client, and expect to be treated in a dignified, congenial manner.
I was a respected professional in society. I paid for my "insurance policy" working hard for years. I had never asked anyone for anything. Mental Illness hit me hard, swift, and unexpected. My credibility untarnished. My integrity in order. The judge operates Deceitfully. I was victimized by his inability to utilize common sense, no decernment was at play. It's been over 3 years. Others before me committed suicide while he prolonged their case. He decides on who lives and who dies solely at his discretion. Evidence means nothing when he is partial to who he self appoints as valid testimonies. Betrayed by every means. Righteousness repaid with Wickedness. Lord I forgive this man. Lord help me forgive. I trust in you alone I look to you for my security.
He was professional and it seemed like he actually reviewed records prior to the hearing. He is to the point and he seems like he's fair.
He did not review the updated records. He is a complete idiot and will lie straight to your face. I'm definitely filing a complaint against him.
He’s a typical corrupt judge that will find any excuse to deny you what YOU have worked for. God will be the final judge.
I went before him.in.2014...he only talked about my dui Got a.copy of my police report..mind you im.there for.hearing on disability.. he out right lied in hearing stated i.drove with a beer in lap. All.lies.. !! Plus denied me for.my disability Only to discuss my dui...unlreal
I went before him.in.2014...he only talked about my dui Got a.copy of my police report..mind you im.there for.hearing on disability.. he out right lied in hearing stated i.drove with a beer in lap. All.lies.. !! Plus denied me for.my disability Only to discuss my dui...unlreal
My hearing was today. She was very nice polite and to the point. My impression is that she will be more than fair. I wanted to rate her today before any decisions were made as to be fair to her.
Judge: Angele Pietrangelo Was my Judge. I feel she listened very attentively. I Think she will be more than fair on my case. Just wanted to rate her before the decision is made to be fair by her performance. Just wish the decision writers was a little bit faster. My case was August 7th but stayed open 2 weeks so the Judge could get a medical record that had not been sent.
Judge PIETRANGELO heard my case last week. Unaware of my outcome, however she was very clearly on her expectations, how the proceedings were going to happen, and what you expect. She was very thorough in my case notes, documents and questioning. The interactions between her and my attorney were very professional as well as the VE. I believe she is very fair and respectful. Her decision will be fair and based on facts and not opinions. Im looking forward to my decision
I saw the judge on my case a month ago and she was fair and to the point and very professional, regardless of the decision I believe she will be fair and impartial
I was seen today Dec 21st, The judge was very professional, courteous and patience with me, not overbearing or insensitive I will accept the decision she makes in my case,I feel she will be fair
I have been fighting for my ssi and disability since 2011 I be in pain all day everyday for me to get denied it's overwhelming. She was nice but with lumbar spinal stenosis pinched nerve herniated disc bulging disc PTSD anxiety. I can't stand sit bend or walk without being in pain it's terrible. I will appeal it.
My lawyer totally misrepresented me. He had none of the specialist paper work , had no history of my case. And I hired this firm do to the yrs of experience they claimed to of had.never even had a closing argument..and looked like he was fresh out of high school.it was like i was reading the first time I was denied . She had nothing more to go on. and I'm really sorry he wasted her time my time all involved for that matter. I'm lost on what to do at the point. I've got surgery coming up for ankles followed by back surgery. I'm sending in an apology letter and the much needed information the judge needs on my behalf. Gonna ask firm to withdraw and waive there fees from my case. I can't do any worse on my own than what they've already done . Do be aware as to whom you are hiring.
He has not made a decision on my case yet...but I would say he was respectful. He seemed to care about how I was able to take care of my daughter..which I think is a good question. He was hard to read. Said it would be eight more weeks of waiting...;( As we all know eight weeks can be life changing...but what other option do I have?
He has not made a decision on my case yet...but I would say he was respectful. He seemed to care about how I was able to take care of my daughter..which I think is a good question. He was hard to read. Said it would be eight more weeks of waiting...;( As we all know eight weeks can be life changing...but what other option do I have?
He has not made a decision on my case yet...but I would say he was respectful. He seemed to care about how I was able to take care of my daughter..which I think is a good question. He was hard to read. Said it would be eight more weeks of waiting...;( As we all know eight weeks can be life changing...but what other option do I have?
Very thorough and compassionate!
Very thorough and compassionate!
Very thorough and compassionate!
Very thorough and compassionate!
J UDGE JD REAP NICK NAME THE REAPER - if u have hearing with him and u not from tenn . u will loose. , I had this clown of a judge. after 6 month I received his letter - denied. im 57 years old bad back, diabetic, hypertension, on hydrocodone. and other meds. not worked in 3 years, on food stamps now, lost my house, and people wonder why crime is so high in this country. we send billions to other countries to take care of other countries.
Judge Reap is hard to read. How long does it take him to give a decision?
I thought judge reap seemed to be a very caring person . My hearing was in on 11/21 & 18 days later ( Today in fact ) I recieved a letter about medical terminology. I was very impressed at how quick the judge has responded to my case . I was told disability judges drag cases out & would be months sometimes years to get aproval or denial letter. But I don't think that will be the case with judge Reap being since he has responded on my case already in just a bit over 2 weeks after my hearing . Whether I get get approved or denied I assume judge reap will do so in a timely manner. ❤
ONLY THING CAN BE SAID I truly believe he and my attorney worked really hard making sure that a minority female should not receive a dime of money I worked and paid in the system,I can no longer work because of skeletal disease and heart condition . even though he had medical evidence he turned me down twice. both are allowed under ssdi.
ONLY THING CAN BE SAID I truly believe he and my attorney worked really hard making sure that a minority female should not receive a dime of money I worked and paid in the system,I can no longer work because of skeletal disease and heart condition . even though he had medical evidence he turned me down twice. both are allowed under ssdi.
ONLY THING CAN BE SAID I truly believe he and my attorney worked really hard making sure that a minority female should not receive a dime of money I worked and paid in the system,I can no longer work because of skeletal disease and heart condition . even though he had medical evidence he turned me down twice. both are allowed under ssdi.
Judge Paul Stimson was a fair and impartial judge for me, he awarded me a fully favorable decision for my case file, he did his homework on my medical file and was correct to the end when questioning me about my medical records and it was absolutely correct with him and the vocational expert. I thank Judge Stimson for his decision and his time. thank you....
Judge Paul M Stimson is a very fair judge and even a nicer guy. I was awarded a fully favorable decision after my hearing which took only 4 weeks to receive my letter thanks Judge Stimson. May god continue to bless you and your family.
I had my hearing 4/16/2019. He was so nice and he even went through my whole medical file to get a better understanding. I answered all his questions to the best of my knowledge. I had diagnosis, I wasnt aware of he scheduled me to see their dr on 5/28 and on 7/9 I received a fully favorable decision. Thank you so much! Judge Stimson
He is very nice, understanding and caring. I have never met anyone like him!!
He is very nice, understanding and caring. I have never met anyone like him!!
He is very nice, understanding and caring. I have never met anyone like him!!
judge taylor not fair,has spanish voc lady,
My first time before a judge and I am glad it was Judge Taylor. I felt he was very fair, understanding, and truly listened.
Judge Taylor is very understanding am glad he was my judge
I saw Honor Judge Taylor, I was nervous at first, but once I enters the room I felt a calmness the people in the room was nice. Judge had a calm attitude he didn't make me feel like I was crazy it'd very hard to explain myself to people and I just hope he understand how I was answering. Thank you we need more patient judges like Honor Judge Taylor.
I did not approve of this disabled judge from the beginning, he forgot he swore me in. asked the court reporter if I had been sworn in, she said no. So he swore me in a second time ( real competent !!) Then when repeating my name, he said he was going to call me by my first name" BECAUSE HE DIDN'T WANT TO MAKE LOVE TO ME !!!!! " I TOOK OFFENSE TO THIS. THIS WAS TOTALLY UNAPPROPRIATE. I WOULD BE HELD IN CONTEMPT IF I SAID THAT TO A JUDGE. HE HAS A DIFFERENT CODE OF EHTICS THAN ANYONE BELOW HIM HAS. I WOULD HAVE BEEN FIRED FROM MOST OF MY RETAIL JOBS IF I APPROACHED ANYONE WITH THAT COMMENT. HE SHOULD NOT BE ON THAT BENCH. HIS JUDGEMENTS WERE EXXAGERATED AND UNTRUE, SO HE ALSO LIES. I AM TOATLLY DISQUESTED. I REQUESTED THE AUDIO OF THE HEARING AS PROOF. I HAVE FILED A COMPLAINT AGAINST THIS INCOMPETENT OUTSPOKEN JUDGE.
I did not approve of this disabled judge from the beginning, he forgot he swore me in. asked the court reporter if I had been sworn in, she said no. So he swore me in a second time ( real competent !!) Then when repeating my name, he said he was going to call me by my first name" BECAUSE HE DIDN'T WANT TO MAKE LOVE TO ME !!!!! " I TOOK OFFENSE TO THIS. THIS WAS TOTALLY UNAPPROPRIATE. I WOULD BE HELD IN CONTEMPT IF I SAID THAT TO A JUDGE. HE HAS A DIFFERENT CODE OF EHTICS THAN ANYONE BELOW HIM HAS. I WOULD HAVE BEEN FIRED FROM MOST OF MY RETAIL JOBS IF I APPROACHED ANYONE WITH THAT COMMENT. HE SHOULD NOT BE ON THAT BENCH. HIS JUDGEMENTS WERE EXXAGERATED AND UNTRUE, SO HE ALSO LIES. I AM TOATLLY DISQUESTED. I REQUESTED THE AUDIO OF THE HEARING AS PROOF. I HAVE FILED A COMPLAINT AGAINST THIS INCOMPETENT OUTSPOKEN JUDGE.
I did not approve of this disabled judge from the beginning, he forgot he swore me in. asked the court reporter if I had been sworn in, she said no. So he swore me in a second time ( real competent !!) Then when repeating my name, he said he was going to call me by my first name" BECAUSE HE DIDN'T WANT TO MAKE LOVE TO ME !!!!! " I TOOK OFFENSE TO THIS. THIS WAS TOTALLY UNAPPROPRIATE. I WOULD BE HELD IN CONTEMPT IF I SAID THAT TO A JUDGE. HE HAS A DIFFERENT CODE OF EHTICS THAN ANYONE BELOW HIM HAS. I WOULD HAVE BEEN FIRED FROM MOST OF MY RETAIL JOBS IF I APPROACHED ANYONE WITH THAT COMMENT. HE SHOULD NOT BE ON THAT BENCH. HIS JUDGEMENTS WERE EXXAGERATED AND UNTRUE, SO HE ALSO LIES. I AM TOATLLY DISQUESTED. I REQUESTED THE AUDIO OF THE HEARING AS PROOF. I HAVE FILED A COMPLAINT AGAINST THIS INCOMPETENT OUTSPOKEN JUDGE.
Very kind, very professional and very detail oriented. This judge took the time to hear the facts of my case and I believe he applied all the rules and regulations to my case. I was Fully Favorably approved and I most certainly appreciate the keen insight of this judge.
ZISOOK MADE INAPPROPIATE COMENT TO ME THAT WOULD HAVE PUT ME IN CONTEMPT OF COURT, I REPORTED THIS TO SENATOR JOHN MCCAIN WITH NO HELP AND TO SOCIAL SECURITY ADMIN. THEY SAID THERE WOULD BE AN INVESTIGATION. MONTHS LATER AND NOTHING HAS BEEN DONE YET !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
My husband received his decision by ALJ Zisook. Since it is "fully favorable", it might sound that I am subjective but really not, just want to give my 2 cents, since I visited this site before and knew that I can leave a comment. Firstly, when my husband had a hearing, several hours later, he said that judge "was not asking stupid questions and didn't prolong hearing more than necessary, because my husband has fear of other people and when he came put, he didn't remember anything that went in there immediately after it was done, because he was scared and just wanted to go home and there, after several hours, he said simply "Judge didn't ask stupid questions and let me go before I had a panic attack". After reading ALJ Zisook's decision today, I really have to say that he addressed every single medical source and his opinion on them. I literally mean he addressed everything, which means he really did look atound a lot before making a decision. And because of that, I would have left him 5 stars even if had denied him. I understand that denail of claim can make somebody become subjective in their comments. I really believe that ALJ Zisook is very professional. You might have different view but we all have our own circumstances (I am writing this instead of my husband, who had not used computer in several years, nor he watches TV etc...). Also, he had Stephanie Lake as his lawyer, I am sure she helped by pointing out to things that I, and especially my husband, would never know.
Judge Sheldon Zisook at age 82 shouldn't be a judge any longer. He denied me 2 times even though he sent me to 4 different doctors. Every doctor including my primary said I am disabled but the judge doesn't believe any of them. He plays GOD with peoples lives. After the first denial, it went to the Appeals Council and they sent a letter remanding it back to the judge to take care of what they lined out along with the recommendation to make a new decision. He refused to do what the Appeals Council told him to do. He is bad for Arizona.
I had court today for PTSD, degressive depressive disorder and anxiety. The judge and his assistant were very polite even though I was tearful, nervous and full of anxiety out of my control. I really feel like he listened to me and understood I was being honest with my case. I pray I receive a fully favorable soon as no decision was made in court. He is not mean like everyone says and if I could work I would and I respect a man his age working. He has a tracheostomy and speaks through a voice box but is very easy to understand. I was previously a Respiratory Therapist so it may have been easier for me to understand him but he was smart, kind and understanding in my opinion. I have a great respect for my elders and I think he saw that. My medical records prove it all so I have great faith he will make the right decision and approve me as soon as possible. Don't let these other posts scare you all. He isn't who he is made out to be on these negative posts.
I had my appeal hearing with Judge: Sheldon P Zisook in April. He was well prepared, professional, and made the hearing very smooth and factual. He knew my case very well and clearly did a full background. All these negative comments really surprise me. I also pray for a favorable decision, but this is my assessment in the hearing process. Yes, I was nervous and I admit somewhat intimidated. Just relax, answer the questions and you will be fine. Remember, these judges represent the applicant, the SSI administration and the SSI trust. They have heavy caseloads. I really don't appreciate the comments about the judges age and passing judgement on their employment. God bless, and thank you for reading my opine..
Zisook needs to leave the bench. He is 86 years old and incompetent. His rulings are clearly inaccurate based on documentation in the case.
Zisook needs to leave the bench. He is 86 years old and incompetent. His rulings are clearly inaccurate based on documentation in the case.
Zisook needs to leave the bench. He is 86 years old and incompetent. His rulings are clearly inaccurate based on documentation in the case.
Zisook needs to leave the bench. He is 86 years old and incompetent. His rulings are clearly inaccurate based on documentation in the case.