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Updated June 2026 · SSA Public

Administrative Law Judge

Petersen, Craig

SAVANNAH Stable

-17.2 pts vs national average

0.0%lifetime approval

vs baselines

This judge40.0%
SAVANNAH50.6%
National avg57.2%

Total decisions

325

Fully favorable

103

31.7%

Partially favorable

27

8.3%

Denials

195

60.0%

Total dispositions

383

Dismissals

58

15.1%

Awards

130

3-year trend

Stable

FY2025 decision breakdown

Fully fav.
Partial
Denied
Fully fav. 31.7%Partially fav. 8.3%Denied 60.0%

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