Data: Q2 FY2025 · Source: SSA Public Data

Williams, Lanier

HATTIESBURG Stable

35.7%

-22.1% vs national avg

What this means for your case: This judge has a 35.7% 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

Fully Favorable

21.4%

Partially Favorable

14.3%

Denials

64.3%

Total Dispositions

Dismissals

12.5%

Awards

Trend (3yr)

Stable

Decision Breakdown (FY2025)

Fully Favorable: 21.4%Partially Favorable: 14.3%Denied: 64.3%

Approval Rate History

FY2010

59.4%483 dec

FY2011

56.1%515 dec

FY2012

44.6%518 dec

FY2013

41.8%471 dec

FY2014

38.8%479 dec

FY2015

41.5%477 dec

FY2016

28.4%429 dec

FY2017

35.6%379 dec

FY2018

29.7%408 dec

FY2019

23.9%444 dec

FY2020

24.8%359 dec

FY2021

27.0%293 dec

FY2022

27.3%231 dec

FY2023

26.8%183 dec

FY2024

28.6%224 dec

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