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Updated June 2026 · SSA Public
Administrative Law Judge
Richardson, Michael B.
SAN DIEGO Stable
+7.5 pts vs national average
0.0%lifetime approval
vs baselines
This judge65.3%
SAN DIEGO61.1%
National avg57.8%
Total decisions
173
Fully favorable
105
60.7%
Partially favorable
8
4.6%
Denials
60
34.7%
Total dispositions
251
Dismissals
78
31.1%
Awards
113
3-year trend
Stable
FY2025 decision breakdown
Fully fav.
Denied
Fully fav. 60.7%Partially fav. 4.6%Denied 34.7%
Other ALJs at SAN DIEGO (7)
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