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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%

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