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Data: Q2 FY2025 · Source: SSA Public Data
Schmidt, Erin T
DES MOINES Trending Down
34.1%
-23.7% vs national avg
What this means for your case: This judge has a 34.1% 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. Note: their approval rate has been declining over the past 3 years.
Total Decisions
355
Fully Favorable
88
24.8%
Partially Favorable
33
9.3%
Denials
234
65.9%
Total Dispositions
410
Dismissals
55
13.4%
Awards
121
Trend (3yr)
Falling
Decision Breakdown (FY2025)
Fully Fav
Partial
Denied
Fully Favorable: 24.8%Partially Favorable: 9.3%Denied: 65.9%
Approval Rate History
FY2019
42.5%454 dec
FY2020
40.7%435 dec
FY2021
24.9%385 dec
FY2022
34.4%180 dec
FY2023
24.5%53 dec
FY2023
45.5%213 dec
FY2024
35.2%318 dec
FY2024
0.0%1 dec
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