Approval rates
The 64% approval rate for Linda Gail Roberts reflects all decisions on record since 2016. You can evaluate this against the 29% to 76% range of other judges whose most recent office on record is also Franklin TN. These figures provide a statistical baseline derived from 952 decisions on record.
SSA has not published a latest-period approval, fully favorable or denial breakdown for Judge Roberts. The most recent period with decisions on record is February 23, 2018. Those rows are left out rather than estimated.
Approval rate over time
Year-over-year approval rate across Judge Roberts's docket. Annual rates fluctuate with the mix of cases SSA assigns; the longer-run pattern is more informative than any single year.
Decision pattern
The approval rate for Linda Gail Roberts showed variation across the data window starting in 2016. After a 64% approval rate in 2016, the figures were 69% in 2017 and 54% in 2018. This trend reflects the outcomes of 952 total decisions on record.
Preparing for an SSDI hearing
The guidance below applies to any SSDI hearing, not specifically to Judge Roberts's bench. Judge-specific preparation guidance requires a corpus of public Appeals Council decisions involving each judge, which we haven't built yet.
- Bring a clean treating-physician record. Longitudinal primary-care or specialist notes spanning the disability period, with consistent symptom documentation, are typically the strongest evidence at hearing. A single month's records usually aren't enough.
- Don't rely on consultative exams alone. If your medical evidence is built primarily around a one-time CE finding, expect detailed questioning. Supplement with treating-source statements where possible.
- Prepare for daily-activity questions. Have honest, specific answers about a typical day. Answers that conflict with the medical record (in either direction) tend to hurt credibility.
- Expect transferable-skills probing. A vocational expert will usually testify about jobs available to someone with your limitations. Your representative should be prepared to cross-examine.
About the Franklin TN hearing office
Linda Gail Roberts's most recent office on record is the Franklin TN hearing office, with decisions there through February 2018. This office serves the surrounding region of Tennessee and maintains a bench of 14 judges whose most recent records are tied to this location. You can expect a standard administrative hearing process focused on your medical and vocational evidence.
Other judges whose most recent office on record is Franklin TN
The Social Security Administration uses a workload-balancing algorithm to assign cases, meaning the judge you are assigned is essentially random. There are 14 judges whose most recent office on record is the Franklin TN hearing office, with approval rates ranging from 29% to 76% based on their individual records since 2016.
Approval rates change with a lawyer
Source: U.S. Government Accountability Office, GAO-18-37. The 3× gap is a population-wide average across all judges; individual outcomes vary.
Frequently asked questions
Linda Gail Roberts has a 64% approval rate on record since 2016. This sits within the 29% to 76% range observed among the 14 judges whose most recent office on record is Franklin TN. An attorney can help you understand how your specific medical evidence aligns with the expectations of this bench.
The approval rate for Linda Gail Roberts fluctuated during the period from 2016 to 2018. It moved from 64% in 2016 to 69% in 2017, followed by 54% in 2018 across a total of 952 decisions on record. If you are concerned about how these trends might impact your hearing, an attorney can help you prepare a robust case.
No, you cannot request a specific judge. The Social Security Administration assigns cases using a workload-balancing algorithm to ensure efficiency across hearing offices. Because assignment is random, it is important to be prepared for any judge. An attorney can help you prepare for your hearing regardless of your assignment.
An SSDI hearing is a non-adversarial proceeding where an ALJ reviews your medical records and testimony. You may be questioned by the judge or a vocational expert regarding your ability to perform work. Having an attorney can help you navigate this process and ensure your evidence is presented clearly.
The 64% approval rate for Linda Gail Roberts is a historical statistic based on 952 decisions on record since 2016, not a prediction for your specific hearing. Every case is unique, and the quality of your medical evidence is the most critical factor. An attorney can help you identify the strengths and weaknesses of your claim.
