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Data: Q2 FY2025 · Source: SSA Public Data

Dula, Melinda L

MIDDLESBORO (+1 more) Trending Up

38.0%

-19.8% vs national avg

What this means for your case: This judge has a 38.0% approval rate — significantly below the national average of 57.8%. Expect a high bar for evidence. Prepare thoroughly for cross-examination and ensure all medical records are complete. Their approval rate has been trending upward over the past 3 years.

Total Decisions

92

Fully Favorable

28

30.4%

Partially Favorable

7

7.6%

Denials

57

62.0%

Total Dispositions

97

Dismissals

5

5.2%

Awards

35

Trend (3yr)

Rising

Decision Breakdown (FY2025)

Denied
Fully Favorable: 30.4%Partially Favorable: 7.6%Denied: 62.0%

Approval Rate History

FY2010
100.0%21 dec
FY2011
81.2%372 dec
FY2012
56.3%423 dec
FY2013
54.0%428 dec
FY2014
51.4%403 dec
FY2015
58.6%418 dec
FY2017
48.1%405 dec
FY2018
58.4%399 dec
FY2019
55.0%387 dec
FY2020
52.1%441 dec
FY2021
53.2%387 dec
FY2022
50.2%249 dec
FY2023
47.5%223 dec
FY2024
44.8%315 dec
FY2024
74.6%59 dec
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