Data: Q2 FY2025 · Source: SSA Public Data

Hellman, Michael

ORLAND PARK Stable

33.1%

-24.7% vs national avg

What this means for your case: This judge has a 33.1% 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.

Total Decisions

311

Fully Favorable

26.7%

Partially Favorable

6.4%

Denials

208

66.9%

Total Dispositions

372

Dismissals

16.4%

Awards

103

Trend (3yr)

Stable

Decision Breakdown (FY2025)

Fully Fav

Denied

Fully Favorable: 26.7%Partially Favorable: 6.4%Denied: 66.9%

Approval Rate History

FY2010

60.5%347 dec

FY2011

60.2%507 dec

FY2012

50.4%399 dec

FY2013

49.5%400 dec

FY2014

55.3%358 dec

FY2015

41.7%403 dec

FY2016

40.1%292 dec

FY2017

50.6%316 dec

FY2018

54.8%396 dec

FY2019

58.1%372 dec

FY2020

57.2%285 dec

FY2021

42.5%327 dec

FY2022

32.4%259 dec

FY2023

37.3%201 dec

FY2024

36.5%304 dec

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