Legal Case Summary

Donna Greene v. Carolyn W. Colvin


Date Argued: Thu Jun 05 2014
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Docket Number: 2606615
Judges:REINHARDT, FISHER, MURGUIA
Duration: 39 minutes
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Case Summary

### Case Summary: Donna Greene v. Carolyn W. Colvin **Docket Number**: 2606615 **Court**: United States District Court **Date**: [Insert Relevant Date] **Parties Involved**: - **Plaintiff**: Donna Greene - **Defendant**: Carolyn W. Colvin, Acting Commissioner of Social Security **Background**: Donna Greene filed a case against Carolyn W. Colvin, the Acting Commissioner of Social Security, challenging the denial of her application for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. Greene claimed that she suffered from various medical conditions that rendered her unable to work, and she sought judicial review of the Social Security Administration's (SSA) decision that determined she was not disabled under the Social Security Act. **Issues**: The primary issues in this case include: 1. Whether the SSA's decision to deny Greene's claim for SSDI benefits was supported by substantial evidence. 2. Whether the Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) applied the correct legal standards in evaluating Greene's eligibility for benefits. **Arguments**: - **Plaintiff's Argument**: Greene asserted that the ALJ failed to properly assess her medical conditions, including chronic pain and mental health issues. She argued that the ALJ did not adequately consider the testimony of her treating physicians and the impact of her impairments on her daily functioning. - **Defendant's Argument**: Colvin defended the SSA's decision, asserting that the ALJ's findings were based on a thorough review of the medical records and that the decision was consistent with the requirements of the Social Security Act. The defense contended that Greene retained sufficient residual functional capacity to perform certain types of work. **Court's Decision**: [Insert Court's Ruling or Findings Here, including any remand or affirmation of the ALJ's decision, and relevant legal standards applied.] **Conclusion**: This case highlights the complexities involved in disability determinations and the importance of evidence evaluation by ALJs in Social Security cases. The court's ruling will have implications not only for Greene but also for the precedents regarding the evaluation of disability claims. **Note**: For more detailed information, including specific findings and legal principles applied, it is recommended to refer to the official court documents or legal databases related to this case.

Donna Greene v. Carolyn W. Colvin


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