Case Summary
**Case Summary: Dorothy Nursement v. Michael Astrue**
**Docket Number:** 7839469
**Court:** United States District Court
**Judge:** [Judge's Name if available]
**Filing Date:** [Filing Date]
**Nature of the Case:** Social Security Disability Appeal
**Parties:**
- **Plaintiff:** Dorothy Nursement
- **Defendant:** Michael Astrue, Commissioner of Social Security
**Background:**
Dorothy Nursement filed a case against Michael Astrue, the former Commissioner of Social Security, seeking judicial review of the denial of her application for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits under Title II of the Social Security Act. Nursement claimed that she became disabled due to [insert specific medical conditions if available], which rendered her unable to work.
**Procedural History:**
Nursement's application for SSDI was initially denied by the Social Security Administration (SSA). Following the denial, Nursement requested a hearing before an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ). The ALJ conducted the hearing and ultimately denied Nursement's request for benefits, concluding that she was not disabled within the definition of the Social Security Act. Nursement then appealed this decision to the SSA's Appeals Council, which upheld the ALJ's findings, prompting her to seek review in the federal district court.
**Issues:**
The central issue in this case is whether the ALJ's decision to deny Nursement's application for disability benefits was supported by substantial evidence and whether the correct legal standards were applied in evaluating Nursement's claim and the medical evidence.
**Arguments:**
- **Plaintiff's Argument (Nursement):** Nursement contends that the ALJ failed to adequately consider the medical evidence supporting her disability, particularly [mention any specific evidence or testimony she claims was overlooked]. She argues that her condition meets the criteria set forth in the SSA's disability listings.
- **Defendant's Argument (Astrue):** Astrue defends the ALJ's decision, asserting that the ALJ appropriately evaluated the evidence and concluded that Nursement did not meet the requirements for disability under the law. The defense likely emphasizes the lack of objective medical evidence to support Nursement's claims of disability.
**Outcome:**
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**Significance:**
This case underscores the complexities involved in Social Security disability claims, particularly regarding the evaluation of medical evidence and the requirements for proving disability. The outcome could have implications for future disability claims and the standards applied by ALJs in assessing claims.
**Note:** For more comprehensive details, including specific findings, quotes from the judicial opinion, or details about the medical conditions involved, additional sections of the case should be consulted. Additionally, please verify specific names, dates, and details, as they may vary in actual case documentation.