PASADENA, California Odar offices
At the Office of Disability Adjudication and Review (ODAR) in Pasadena, CALIFORNIA, 13 different administrative law judges (ALJ) conduct Social Security Disability (SSD) hearings and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) hearings. Currently, in Pasadena, the average wait time for a SSI or SSD hearing is 17 months. The average case processing time in Pasadena is 544 days. The Pasadena average for winning a SSI or SSD disability hearing is 49%. Click on the name of one of the ALJs below to see detailed information about their hearing results. This information for the Pasadena 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PASADENA | 13 | 17.0 months | 544 days | 1.5 | 18% | 49% | 33% |
| CALIFORNIA | 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 / 20
| Full Name | Dismissed | Approved | Denied |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stuart Waxman | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Selwyn S Walters | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Richard A Urbin | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Lesley Troope | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Philip J Simon | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| John D Moreen | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Donna Montano | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Donna M Montano | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Michael McKenna | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Joel B Martinez | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Gal Lahat | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Michael J Kopicki | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| James D Goodman | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Myriam C Fernandez Rice | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Bruce T Cooper | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Diana J Coburn | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Ken H Chau | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Dennis T Bennett | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Edward T Bauer | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Betty J Barbeito | 0% | 0% | 0% |
89 Comments
Has to be one of the worst ALJs in the country. Ill-tempered and horribly, horribly disorganized. Wastes countless taxpayer dollars and claimants' time ordering unnecessary CEs and demands endless numbers of supplemental hearings--all to chase after irrelevant issues. Why can't ODAR make these senile, old coots retire gracefully? They are a disservice to claimants and SSA.
Has to be one of the worst ALJs in the country. Ill-tempered and horribly, horribly disorganized. Wastes countless taxpayer dollars and claimants' time ordering unnecessary CEs and demands endless numbers of supplemental hearings--all to chase after irrelevant issues. Why can't ODAR make these senile, old coots retire gracefully? They are a disservice to claimants and SSA.
Has to be one of the worst ALJs in the country. Ill-tempered and horribly, horribly disorganized. Wastes countless taxpayer dollars and claimants' time ordering unnecessary CEs and demands endless numbers of supplemental hearings--all to chase after irrelevant issues. Why can't ODAR make these senile, old coots retire gracefully? They are a disservice to claimants and SSA.
Has to be one of the worst ALJs in the country. Ill-tempered and horribly, horribly disorganized. Wastes countless taxpayer dollars and claimants' time ordering unnecessary CEs and demands endless numbers of supplemental hearings--all to chase after irrelevant issues. Why can't ODAR make these senile, old coots retire gracefully? They are a disservice to claimants and SSA.
Issues of relevancy and necessity can be highly subjective. If one of the CEs found a claimant disable, would that still be deemed "unnecessary"? I believe that it would be a greater disservice to the claimants and SSA to under-develop cases and just pass them on as a denial???
Issues of relevancy and necessity can be highly subjective. If one of the CEs found a claimant disable, would that still be deemed "unnecessary"? I believe that it would be a greater disservice to the claimants and SSA to under-develop cases and just pass them on as a denial???
Issues of relevancy and necessity can be highly subjective. If one of the CEs found a claimant disable, would that still be deemed "unnecessary"? I believe that it would be a greater disservice to the claimants and SSA to under-develop cases and just pass them on as a denial???
Issues of relevancy and necessity can be highly subjective. If one of the CEs found a claimant disable, would that still be deemed "unnecessary"? I believe that it would be a greater disservice to the claimants and SSA to under-develop cases and just pass them on as a denial???
What a sweetheart. Look at that approval rating! He is a gem in that super conservative office. One of my favorite Judges of all time. My pet peave...disrespectful lawyers. If a lawyer has a problem with Judge Bennett, maybe they should consider how they come across. Name calling and arrogance will surely put you on anyone's bad side. I whole heartedly disagree with any negative comments about this Judge. Consider yourself super lucky if your case is assigned to Judge Bennett!
What a sweetheart. Look at that approval rating! He is a gem in that super conservative office. One of my favorite Judges of all time. My pet peave...disrespectful lawyers. If a lawyer has a problem with Judge Bennett, maybe they should consider how they come across. Name calling and arrogance will surely put you on anyone's bad side. I whole heartedly disagree with any negative comments about this Judge. Consider yourself super lucky if your case is assigned to Judge Bennett!
What a sweetheart. Look at that approval rating! He is a gem in that super conservative office. One of my favorite Judges of all time. My pet peave...disrespectful lawyers. If a lawyer has a problem with Judge Bennett, maybe they should consider how they come across. Name calling and arrogance will surely put you on anyone's bad side. I whole heartedly disagree with any negative comments about this Judge. Consider yourself super lucky if your case is assigned to Judge Bennett!
What a sweetheart. Look at that approval rating! He is a gem in that super conservative office. One of my favorite Judges of all time. My pet peave...disrespectful lawyers. If a lawyer has a problem with Judge Bennett, maybe they should consider how they come across. Name calling and arrogance will surely put you on anyone's bad side. I whole heartedly disagree with any negative comments about this Judge. Consider yourself super lucky if your case is assigned to Judge Bennett!
By far the best ALJ I have come across. While it is true that he orders a lot of CE's, at the end, he is very passionate about what people are going through with their physical and mental conditions. If you case is heard by this judge, consider yourself fortunate.
By far the best ALJ I have come across. While it is true that he orders a lot of CE's, at the end, he is very passionate about what people are going through with their physical and mental conditions. If you case is heard by this judge, consider yourself fortunate.
By far the best ALJ I have come across. While it is true that he orders a lot of CE's, at the end, he is very passionate about what people are going through with their physical and mental conditions. If you case is heard by this judge, consider yourself fortunate.
By far the best ALJ I have come across. While it is true that he orders a lot of CE's, at the end, he is very passionate about what people are going through with their physical and mental conditions. If you case is heard by this judge, consider yourself fortunate.
Absoluley appauling Individule.Comes to court with a black eye skined up forehead and cheek. Maybe its Martini time or AA. He is definatley unorganized and does not remember what he ask for or why.I won my case but this man should step down! Just another waste of tax payers money. So long Honerable Bennett
Absoluley appauling Individule.Comes to court with a black eye skined up forehead and cheek. Maybe its Martini time or AA. He is definatley unorganized and does not remember what he ask for or why.I won my case but this man should step down! Just another waste of tax payers money. So long Honerable Bennett
Absoluley appauling Individule.Comes to court with a black eye skined up forehead and cheek. Maybe its Martini time or AA. He is definatley unorganized and does not remember what he ask for or why.I won my case but this man should step down! Just another waste of tax payers money. So long Honerable Bennett
Absoluley appauling Individule.Comes to court with a black eye skined up forehead and cheek. Maybe its Martini time or AA. He is definatley unorganized and does not remember what he ask for or why.I won my case but this man should step down! Just another waste of tax payers money. So long Honerable Bennett
All these comments are subjective and correct. I worked with Judge Bennett and he is basically all of these. Most of these judges should stepped down they are a waste of government money. All government employees should have physicals.
All these comments are subjective and correct. I worked with Judge Bennett and he is basically all of these. Most of these judges should stepped down they are a waste of government money. All government employees should have physicals.
All these comments are subjective and correct. I worked with Judge Bennett and he is basically all of these. Most of these judges should stepped down they are a waste of government money. All government employees should have physicals.
All these comments are subjective and correct. I worked with Judge Bennett and he is basically all of these. Most of these judges should stepped down they are a waste of government money. All government employees should have physicals.
To the Honerably Dennis T. Bennett. You do exactly what your job demands.If all Judges followed protocal the same it would make the system more fair. Their are to many fakes that have slipped thru the cracks. To many SDI people don't even live in their own state or country?
To the Honerably Dennis T. Bennett. You do exactly what your job demands.If all Judges followed protocal the same it would make the system more fair. Their are to many fakes that have slipped thru the cracks. To many SDI people don't even live in their own state or country?
To the Honerably Dennis T. Bennett. You do exactly what your job demands.If all Judges followed protocal the same it would make the system more fair. Their are to many fakes that have slipped thru the cracks. To many SDI people don't even live in their own state or country?
Very professional.
Very professional.
Very professional.
Very professional.
RACIST! discriminating! Denied me because im white. Called me a liar! Absolute unfair!
RACIST! discriminating! Denied me because im white. Called me a liar! Absolute unfair!
RACIST! discriminating! Denied me because im white. Called me a liar! Absolute unfair!
Denied because he lied. The "impartial vocational expert" was disconnected just after sworn in. And yet, her "testimony" was the exact "verbage" as judges. Which was the reason I was denied. And we aren't allowed to voice record our "hearings" for our protection. Now i know why, so they can lie if we recorded our "hearings" they would have to do their job and not waiver the truth. Democracy? I think not.
Denied because he lied. The "impartial vocational expert" was disconnected just after sworn in. And yet, her "testimony" was the exact "verbage" as judges. Which was the reason I was denied. And we aren't allowed to voice record our "hearings" for our protection. Now i know why, so they can lie if we recorded our "hearings" they would have to do their job and not waiver the truth. Democracy? I think not.
I do not know what decision the judge has or will decide for me, But what I can truly say is Judge Coburn made me feel comfortable in her Court Room. She listened to all my explanations regarding to my Medical issues, even though I forgot to add other things on how my injuries make me feel, as far as other symptoms, not sleeping at night, etc. I was in Pain at my hearing since I didn't take my medicine because I did not want to fall asleep and I became very emotional but I was able to get through the hearing, Through it all Judge Coburn continued the case with Professionalism. I've heard stories from people on how their cases went and how their Judge treated them. Judge Coburn was not at all a Disrespectful Judge, She carried herself very Professional, Thank You Your Honor.
I did a telephone interview with judge cooper and I’m not shur what he will decide, but he was very professional and clear so I could understand. He also appeared compassionate. Thank you for your time
I did a telephone interview with judge cooper and I’m not shur what he will decide, but he was very professional and clear so I could understand. He also appeared compassionate. Thank you for your time
This judge made a terrible mistake in judging me incorrectly. She had numerous errors throughout the lengthy denial letter I received, regarding her supposed review of my medical records. She claimed I didn't have proof of several diagnosis' in my records when there was clear cut proof in these records. My third party who was supposed to testify at my hearing was not allowed to do so, and She made allegations in her letter about me that are downright descriminatory and false. She didn't ask me about several things during the hearing but then made statements in her letter accusing me of things she never gave me a chance to confirm or deny. She claims I am still able to work despite the fact I have become so ill that I can't keep up with my own personal hygiene let alone work. I haven't even been able to keep most of my appointments with several of my specialists because I have been too sick to drive myself to them. I have several diagnosis' on the adult list of disabling conditions, and I hope she sees this and knows that she was cruel and wrong about me, and my life has been completely destroyed because of her. I will most likely have to live on the street soon because she denied me benefits I have desperately needed. God help you if you have to have this judge in charge of your hearing. She is irresponsible and descriminatory and shouldn't be allowed to judge with her own personal opinions on a person. She is mean and will destroy your character if she doesn't like the look of you. That is what happened to me. She will destroy your life if she doesn't like you. This judge ruined my life that was already in the toilet from years of suffering from a rare illness.
This judge made a terrible mistake in judging me incorrectly. She had numerous errors throughout the lengthy denial letter I received, regarding her supposed review of my medical records. She claimed I didn't have proof of several diagnosis' in my records when there was clear cut proof in these records. My third party who was supposed to testify at my hearing was not allowed to do so, and She made allegations in her letter about me that are downright descriminatory and false. She didn't ask me about several things during the hearing but then made statements in her letter accusing me of things she never gave me a chance to confirm or deny. She claims I am still able to work despite the fact I have become so ill that I can't keep up with my own personal hygiene let alone work. I haven't even been able to keep most of my appointments with several of my specialists because I have been too sick to drive myself to them. I have several diagnosis' on the adult list of disabling conditions, and I hope she sees this and knows that she was cruel and wrong about me, and my life has been completely destroyed because of her. I will most likely have to live on the street soon because she denied me benefits I have desperately needed. God help you if you have to have this judge in charge of your hearing. She is irresponsible and descriminatory and shouldn't be allowed to judge with her own personal opinions on a person. She is mean and will destroy your character if she doesn't like the look of you. That is what happened to me. She will destroy your life if she doesn't like you. This judge ruined my life that was already in the toilet from years of suffering from a rare illness.
This judge made a terrible mistake in judging me incorrectly. She had numerous errors throughout the lengthy denial letter I received, regarding her supposed review of my medical records. She claimed I didn't have proof of several diagnosis' in my records when there was clear cut proof in these records. My third party who was supposed to testify at my hearing was not allowed to do so, and She made allegations in her letter about me that are downright descriminatory and false. She didn't ask me about several things during the hearing but then made statements in her letter accusing me of things she never gave me a chance to confirm or deny. She claims I am still able to work despite the fact I have become so ill that I can't keep up with my own personal hygiene let alone work. I haven't even been able to keep most of my appointments with several of my specialists because I have been too sick to drive myself to them. I have several diagnosis' on the adult list of disabling conditions, and I hope she sees this and knows that she was cruel and wrong about me, and my life has been completely destroyed because of her. I will most likely have to live on the street soon because she denied me benefits I have desperately needed. God help you if you have to have this judge in charge of your hearing. She is irresponsible and descriminatory and shouldn't be allowed to judge with her own personal opinions on a person. She is mean and will destroy your character if she doesn't like the look of you. That is what happened to me. She will destroy your life if she doesn't like you. This judge ruined my life that was already in the toilet from years of suffering from a rare illness.
I understand that this could be taken as "this person got turned down and is upset". I am indeed upset, but it is because I was turned down for completely false reasons. So beware of this Judge. She will use anything she can against you. I thought my rep and I had everything in order. My T's crossed and I's dotted. I was wrong! This judge acted as if my PCP's RFC paperwork didn't exist because one minor thing was not in my medical history. My PCP supports the fact that I am disabled. I also have two other doctors that stated I had MDI's that met the SSA guidelines for disability. She uses things in your medical report that are autofill parts from specialists. Like my wrist Ortho's ROS form that I now know he doesn't fill out except for the reason HE is seeing you. That being my wrist. So he didn't fill out that I have fibromyalgia, severe headaches, back pain, weakness, etc. And that was used against me in the decision letter. Even though it was never asked about at the hearing. This judge seems to discriminate based on your age and medical condition(Still a lot of judges that refuse to see the conditions I have as real). Even though my MDI's are listed in the SSA guidelines she chose to not consider them. There are so many errors in her decision letter that my rep said it will take a while to list them all. So I guess that's a good thing. Problem is that I have been trying to get the disability I deserve for 4 1/2 years now. My family and I are financially ruined. The appeals council will take 14-18 more months per my rep and then if Federal suit is needed, another year or more. My family will be on the streets by then. The SSA system drains everything you have worked hard for in your life and drags the process out over way too many years. Just to be turned down by someone who doesn't follow guidelines and makes wild assumptions with no facts.
I am the single case approved by the Albuquerque Odar ALJ. Mariam C Fernandez Rice in the year of our Lord 2017. The processing office is forcing me to appeal the decision without my consent. In processing the protected application date of the approved title 16 before the approved title 2 is being denied by the processing office. And forcing me to blame the ALJ as being in error. When P.O.M.S. D.I.27515.020 new title 2 D.I.B. claim- title16 disability previously established. Clearly refers the processing office as the responsible entity in favoring the claimant in detail. Please review.
This judge made a horrible mistake in judging my case she just keeped going on about my tattoos and I was just thinking to myself we are not here to talk about tattoos I thought were here to talk about a disability and the reasons why I can’t work but she was really just hung up about the tattoo situation again I was thinking to my self yes lady I know I got tattoos get over it already she was also judgmental on my Personal appearance my age ect so all in all I took her Decision to federal court and was in my favor for an appeal 18 months later here I go again back to court again all over her Mistake she made and For wasting my time at the end of the day she didn’t do her job right if you get this judge for your case be careful on your appearance and also be very careful on what you say she is very Judgmental and well deny your case for any little reason she feels like in my Experience is the worst judge to have.
The Judge is an idiot, in my opinion. She stated, in the decision for my daughter, who can barely get around, that she felt her suited for a hotel housekeeper. Obviously, the woman has lost sense of reality. Why the government employs such a sad excuse for humanity is unknown.
I recently am in post hearing status with James Goodman ... I am not fully aware of my rights but since my hearing I have conyinued to recieve zero help in the process of what Mr Goodman gas asked for from health advocates nor my primary. Care dr ...I ended up going to Arcadia methodist and receiving a battery of tests and was referred out to a cardiologist and neutoligists from Dr Fakoori upon my release at Arcadia my intake was done at Arcadia Mental health I don't see the actual dr until June 8th I am awaiting for the approval for the neutral gist and cardiologist from my primary care dr ..... I am asking for more time from Mr Goodman to provide the medical tests he needs to make his decision based on his findings I don't have enough records for him for approval I have had zero help from my primary nor health advocates recently i have saught other council Barbara Case I no longer am in need of health advocates services they DONT believe nor care about the severity of my health I am.constantly sick very confused most days about every two weeks I have a break down of silicone I have brain fog often ... I have one letter from Dr Valotta stating my limitations and the length He has treated myself .... I need more time I have to be taken everywhere I am in serious duress all the time trying to care for myself ....tomorrow morning I am suppose to speak with Sal Mr Goodman's assistant. ...I will be taken to the office of Mr Goodman's. Asking for more time and explaining I have had no help with medical or dr refferels from. My primary dr or health advocates I am going back to my valotta and it takes three weeks for my insurance t approve my request to start seeing Dr Valotta again in the mean tumeDr Paul which is my primary. Current has done nothing to help this process to provide Mr Goodman with the information he needs for his determination
The hardest judge hands down, I tried to have him recuse himself 2 weeks before hearing date, He does not care, he leads you as a plantiff in his questioning, I made a mistake during the hearing and he almost jumped off his chair in excitement that I pinned myself in a corner, luckily I had an attorney to bail me out of the problem. This judge should not be seen without an Attorney present, This Judge does not read medical charts instead poked me on an application mistake 3 years earlier I made without the aid of an Attorney. I hope you do as I did when he led me and remarked to the judge "Thank you for Answering my Question, I could not have answered it any better". Caution, Hire a Lawyer and dont take his crap, 3 years to have him as my judge seemed like the Titanic.
Terrible judge. Ignores evidence; twists statements, and is one of the most cynical individuals I have ever dealt with. Believes he knows more than doctors' do. I sincerely feet sorry for any disabled individual that has to go in front of him. Personally speaking, I don't think he's that intelligent and informed medically, despite what I am sure he believes of himself.
Terrible judge. Ignores evidence; twists statements, and is one of the most cynical individuals I have ever dealt with. Believes he knows more than doctors' do. I sincerely feet sorry for any disabled individual that has to go in front of him. Personally speaking, I don't think he's that intelligent and informed medically, despite what I am sure he believes of himself.
Terrible judge. Ignores evidence; twists statements, and is one of the most cynical individuals I have ever dealt with. Believes he knows more than doctors' do. I sincerely feet sorry for any disabled individual that has to go in front of him. Personally speaking, I don't think he's that intelligent and informed medically, despite what I am sure he believes of himself.
Judge was fair
Judge was fair
Judge was fair
A fairly good judge. I have appeared in front of Judge Kopicki a number of times and I find him to be intelligent, sincere, and thorough, even in cases he turned down. If a case he turned down is remanded to him he has been fair about reconsidering his prior decision. He is neither liberal nor conservative in his decisions. On occasion he has prejudged a case and digs in his heels during the hearing, but usually he is open-minded. I have not seen him to be cyncial.
Judge Gal Lahat is very fair and thorough.
Thank you for being my judge i couldnt get a better judge than you !!!you were professional ,fair and thorough!!!!
What a joke of a judge. I suffered a massive stroke can not use half of my body lost 2 jobs because of stroke have memory problems no one will hire me because they say I am a liability and not hireable because of my stroke. This ****** of a judge says I can do manual labor. I wish you ***** of a judge. I have worked my entire life in the aircraft industry signing off billion dollar planes now I can't even get a job as a sacker at a grocery store because I am a liability. Well you ****** ***** of a judge then you hire me and pay me for the next 6 years along with my insurance as well. I can't even go see my doctor because my wife and I are dead broke and my condition has worsen to the point where dying is my only option. So to you judge I hope your happy with your decision because not only have you destroyed a mans family and pride you are also responsible for his death. I hope u *** ** **** for all of your unjust ways you have cause hurt to people
I’ve waited two years to go before this man I have lost everything in the process all materialistic things are long gone I’ve been away from my wife and three children for 8 months now because there is nowhere for us to stay together as a family so she stays in east Texas with a family member and I stay in the cleburne area jumping from couch to couch when I’m not in the hospital in the last two years I have spent more time in the hospital then I have out I am only 31 years old I’ve worked manual labor jobs most of the Rhine 6 days a week since I was 15 years old I have always worked hard for my family to provide for them and when I got sick for the big time two years ago my family suffered for it I am almost completely blind from diabetic retinopathy I am a sever type one diabetic I’ve had my big toe on my right foot amputated and I’m on dyialises I am still waiting to go before this man I’ve had the attorney submit diar needs letters multiple times I am tired of hearing my three year old daughter cry for her daddy every night and me not be able to do anything about it this small family needs this please judge if you read this please see that I am a person that this is a family a Christian family with three small children in the home and a fourth that is older and lives with his mother from a previous marriage but none the less he is affected by this as well because I have not a home for him to be able to come to to visit this waiting ‘‘tis destroying a family that just wants to be a family I have never been in trouble not once have I had a drug charge or anything more than a traffic violation I may have tattoos all over my arms but it’s my life’s story not a symbol of crime I go to church I talk and walk with God everyday I worked my **** off when I was able up until the day I could not any longer and believe me it started way before September of 2016 that I was sick but I still pushed on throwing up all day hurting so bad I was in tears just trying to provide for my family because nothing has ever been given to me my dad taught me to work for what you have want and need and I did but now I’m not able to so I need this sir if you read this I’m still waiting to have my hearing scheduled this is Halloween day I don’t want to spend the holidays away from my wife and children as well so please please please see that we are a family and take that into consideration sincerely Bret B.
My Name is Eleanor Ellison I have only Met Judge Lahat one time when I went to court back in November 2018 he seem pretty nice to me
Judge Lahat that you for granting me my disability you are a great Judge you deserve more than 5 star thank you so much Judge Lahat
Thank you Judge Lahat for granting me my disability you are a very outstanding Judge to you five stars and more
He doesnt ask for a opening/closing. May discuss with you about what kind of claim (ssd or ssi). He sometimes is friendly and will joke around with the client but at time he can be a bit rude with questions. He always wants to know if he found the cliamant a job that would fit his restriction (like..stand or sit option) why they cant perform it so prepare your clients to answer these questions. He goes off CE RFC as an hypo. Also, make sure you have CE already in the file if not he will continue the hearing and wont take any testimony at all so for his sake and your client it might be best to request a CE so that your hearings arent continued.
He doesnt ask for a opening/closing. May discuss with you about what kind of claim (ssd or ssi). He sometimes is friendly and will joke around with the client but at time he can be a bit rude with questions. He always wants to know if he found the cliamant a job that would fit his restriction (like..stand or sit option) why they cant perform it so prepare your clients to answer these questions. He goes off CE RFC as an hypo. Also, make sure you have CE already in the file if not he will continue the hearing and wont take any testimony at all so for his sake and your client it might be best to request a CE so that your hearings arent continued.
He doesnt ask for a opening/closing. May discuss with you about what kind of claim (ssd or ssi). He sometimes is friendly and will joke around with the client but at time he can be a bit rude with questions. He always wants to know if he found the cliamant a job that would fit his restriction (like..stand or sit option) why they cant perform it so prepare your clients to answer these questions. He goes off CE RFC as an hypo. Also, make sure you have CE already in the file if not he will continue the hearing and wont take any testimony at all so for his sake and your client it might be best to request a CE so that your hearings arent continued.
Hearing held by video. Had an arrogant attitude and seemed very conservative. Has less than average approval rating. Formed opinions in his decision that totally ignored medical evidence. AC remanded for this reason.
Hearing held by video. Had an arrogant attitude and seemed very conservative. Has less than average approval rating. Formed opinions in his decision that totally ignored medical evidence. AC remanded for this reason.
Hearing held by video. Had an arrogant attitude and seemed very conservative. Has less than average approval rating. Formed opinions in his decision that totally ignored medical evidence. AC remanded for this reason.
Hearing held by video. Had an arrogant attitude and seemed very conservative. Has less than average approval rating. Formed opinions in his decision that totally ignored medical evidence. AC remanded for this reason.
I have not received his decision yet on my case but I do believe it fair to review him prior to receiving his approval or denial. He didn't seem arrogant or standoffish. He was funny at times and I didn't feel uncomfortable in his presence. He does attempt to see if a position in the "work force" could satisfy my physical needs. I found that interesting as he also has a professional medical advisor who helps discuss these possibilities. My attorney was able to question her as well as to the requirements of a particular job and its duties and how they apply to me and my conditions. I did get bit emotional yet no one there made me feel out of place. I like our judicial system. Even though I still don't know the outcome of my claim...I thought Judge Martinez made a good impression. He has the job of weeding out the public and that doesn't seem to be the easiest of positions.
I have not received his decision yet on my case but I do believe it fair to review him prior to receiving his approval or denial. He didn't seem arrogant or standoffish. He was funny at times and I didn't feel uncomfortable in his presence. He does attempt to see if a position in the "work force" could satisfy my physical needs. I found that interesting as he also has a professional medical advisor who helps discuss these possibilities. My attorney was able to question her as well as to the requirements of a particular job and its duties and how they apply to me and my conditions. I did get bit emotional yet no one there made me feel out of place. I like our judicial system. Even though I still don't know the outcome of my claim...I thought Judge Martinez made a good impression. He has the job of weeding out the public and that doesn't seem to be the easiest of positions.
I have not received his decision yet on my case but I do believe it fair to review him prior to receiving his approval or denial. He didn't seem arrogant or standoffish. He was funny at times and I didn't feel uncomfortable in his presence. He does attempt to see if a position in the "work force" could satisfy my physical needs. I found that interesting as he also has a professional medical advisor who helps discuss these possibilities. My attorney was able to question her as well as to the requirements of a particular job and its duties and how they apply to me and my conditions. I did get bit emotional yet no one there made me feel out of place. I like our judicial system. Even though I still don't know the outcome of my claim...I thought Judge Martinez made a good impression. He has the job of weeding out the public and that doesn't seem to be the easiest of positions.
Judge?? He must’ve been reading the newspaper instead of medical reports from all my doctors. Clearly reads can’t lift more than 10 lbs, if work 4 hours probably need breaks every 15-30 minutes. Tremors that are side effect from side medication, he believes it’s from coffee intake and I should switch my meds for epilepsy even if consequences are worse. Fair?? Judge?? Thanks, single dad that lost everything .
Judge?? He must’ve been reading the newspaper instead of medical reports from all my doctors. Clearly reads can’t lift more than 10 lbs, if work 4 hours probably need breaks every 15-30 minutes. Tremors that are side effect from side medication, he believes it’s from coffee intake and I should switch my meds for epilepsy even if consequences are worse. Fair?? Judge?? Thanks, single dad that lost everything .
I'm not sure how you can fairly do this job and approve only 14% of the cases that appear before you. I like him as a person but he really isnt cut out for this line of work.
Judge Montano is a Wonderful judge. My hearing was on July 3 and my Lawyer said I won my case but ODAR underwriting is taking such a long time, I'm getting VERY Discouraged and losing faith. :(
I thought this judge was very kind and professional. Also patient while I answered his questions and very polite. I was nervous about my hearing but he relaxed me right away with his good morning! He also wanted to see all my records before making a decision and I know that he already made his decision but passed it to the writers. I was happy I had Judge Simon.
I thought this judge was very kind and professional. Also patient while I answered his questions and very polite. I was nervous about my hearing but he relaxed me right away with his good morning! He also wanted to see all my records before making a decision and I know that he already made his decision but passed it to the writers. I was happy I had Judge Simon.
I thought this judge was very kind and professional. Also patient while I answered his questions and very polite. I was nervous about my hearing but he relaxed me right away with his good morning! He also wanted to see all my records before making a decision and I know that he already made his decision but passed it to the writers. I was happy I had Judge Simon.
Thorough and fair. Judge Troope took time to carefully review entire file and followed procedures. Also very compassionate. Grateful to have met her.
This judge was very kind and thorough at my hearing. She seemed very fair and caring.
As a former H.M. Customs & Excise collegue of Judge walters, I just want to say a heartfelt congratulations on making Chief Judge. Well deserved Sir.
Judge Walters was very attentive when I was giving testimony for my Ssdi hearing. He listened and asked about all my conditions and medications. Very knowledgeable. The best! My hearing was 1 hour but with medical evidence I was approved.
Polite. Very thorough and long Follows his judge's notes. Really most interested in how many stairs a person has. Have not received decisions yet but I'm sure he will deny on credibility.
Polite. Very thorough and long Follows his judge's notes. Really most interested in how many stairs a person has. Have not received decisions yet but I'm sure he will deny on credibility.
Polite. Very thorough and long Follows his judge's notes. Really most interested in how many stairs a person has. Have not received decisions yet but I'm sure he will deny on credibility.
I am going to sent an enquiry to Judge Stuart Waxman via the "contact us"portion/link on your page per the instructions. Thank you in advance Judge Waxman for your patirnce and understanding in my disability hearing at the end of last year. Sincerely, Carmen Clarissa Ridley Clause January 05, 2014
I am going to sent an enquiry to Judge Stuart Waxman via the "contact us"portion/link on your page per the instructions. Thank you in advance Judge Waxman for your patirnce and understanding in my disability hearing at the end of last year. Sincerely, Carmen Clarissa Ridley Clause January 05, 2014
I am going to sent an enquiry to Judge Stuart Waxman via the "contact us"portion/link on your page per the instructions. Thank you in advance Judge Waxman for your patirnce and understanding in my disability hearing at the end of last year. Sincerely, Carmen Clarissa Ridley Clause January 05, 2014