Legal Case Summary

Debra Reysen v. Nancy Berryhill


Date Argued: Tue Jul 10 2018
Case Number: 16-35565
Docket Number: 7401394
Judges:Wardlaw, Owens, Marquez
Duration: 14 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Debra Reysen v. Nancy Berryhill** **Docket Number**: 7401394 **Court**: United States District Court **Date**: [Insert relevant date] **Parties**: - Plaintiff: Debra Reysen - Defendant: Nancy Berryhill, Acting Commissioner of Social Security **Case Overview**: Debra Reysen filed a case against Nancy Berryhill, challenging the decision made by the Social Security Administration (SSA) regarding her entitlement to Social Security disability benefits. The case centers around an administrative decision that denied Reysen’s claim for disability insurance benefits and supplemental security income, arguing that she did not meet the SSA's criteria for disability. **Factual Background**: Debra Reysen applied for Social Security benefits, asserting she was unable to work due to a combination of physical and mental health issues. Despite submitting extensive medical records and testimony regarding her condition, the Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) concluded that Reysen could perform jobs existing in significant numbers in the national economy. **Legal Arguments**: Reysen contends that the ALJ erred in evaluating the medical evidence, particularly dismissing her treating physician’s opinions and failing to properly consider her subjective complaints of pain and limitations. Her arguments also include claims of insufficient consideration of her mental health issues and how they impact her ability to work. On the other hand, Nancy Berryhill’s defense rests on the assertion that the ALJ's decision was supported by substantial evidence and that the proper legal standards were applied in reaching the conclusion that Reysen was not disabled under the Social Security Act. **Outcome**: [Insert outcome if available, e.g., whether the court upheld the ALJ's decision, reversed it, or remanded it for further proceedings.] **Implications**: This case highlights the complexities involved in Social Security disability claims and the importance of thorough medical evaluations and presentations in administrative hearings. It further emphasizes the judicial review process regarding ALJ decisions and the standards under which these decisions can be contested. **Notes**: - Additional details about the court’s reasoning, specific findings on the evidence, and any legal precedents cited would provide more depth to this summary. - The outcome is crucial as it may affect how future cases are evaluated, particularly concerning the treatment of medical opinions. [Note: Please provide actual information for the date, outcome, and other specifics as they become available or relevant.]

Debra Reysen v. Nancy Berryhill


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