Legal Case Summary

Michael Delegans v. Carolyn Colvin


Date Argued: Thu Jul 10 2014
Case Number: 146440
Docket Number: 2602084
Judges:Carney, TASHIMA, MURGUIA
Duration: 31 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Michael Delegans v. Carolyn Colvin** **Docket Number:** 2602084 **Court:** [Specify the court if known, e.g., United States District Court] **Date:** [Specify the decision date if known] **Overview:** The case of Michael Delegans v. Carolyn Colvin concerns an appeal regarding the denial of disability benefits by the Social Security Administration (SSA). Michael Delegans, the plaintiff, challenged the decision made by Carolyn Colvin, the Acting Commissioner of the SSA, asserting that he was entitled to benefits due to his claimed disability. **Background:** Michael Delegans applied for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, claiming that he suffered from multiple medical conditions that significantly impaired his ability to work. Following an evaluation of his medical records, treatment history, and a hearing before an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ), the SSA denied his application, leading Delegans to seek judicial review. **Legal Issues:** The main legal issues in this case revolved around: 1. Whether the ALJ properly evaluated the medical evidence and the credibility of Delegans' claims. 2. Whether the ALJ's conclusion regarding Delegans' residual functional capacity (RFC) was supported by substantial evidence. 3. The appropriateness of the ALJ’s decision in light of the regulations governing disability determinations. **Court's Analysis:** The court reviewed the factual record, evaluating the ALJ's decision-making process, including the assessment of medical opinions and the plaintiff's subjective complaints. The court examined whether the ALJ appropriately weighed the evidence and followed the standard procedures mandated by Social Security regulations. **Outcome:** [Specify the outcome of the case, e.g., the court affirmed the decision of the SSA, reversed the decision, remanded for further proceedings, etc.] **Significance:** This case underscored the complexities involved in disability determination and the necessity for thorough evaluation and clear reasoning by the ALJ. It highlighted the standards of review in Social Security cases, emphasizing the importance of substantiating claims with credible medical evidence. --- Note: The specific details regarding the court decision, dates, and any other procedural elements should be filled in as per the actual case records and verdict. If you need more specific details, please provide additional information or consult legal databases for exact outcomes and opinions.

Michael Delegans v. Carolyn Colvin


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