Case Summary
**Case Summary: Pete Aparicio v. Carolyn Colvin**
**Docket Number:** 3020680
**Court:** United States District Court
**Date:** [Insert Date of Filing]
**Parties Involved:**
- **Plaintiff:** Pete Aparicio
- **Defendant:** Carolyn Colvin, Acting Commissioner of Social Security
**Background:**
Pete Aparicio filed a complaint against Carolyn Colvin, challenging a decision made by the Social Security Administration (SSA) regarding his entitlement to Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. Aparicio claimed that he is unable to work due to significant medical conditions that impair his ability to perform daily activities and gainful employment.
**Facts:**
1. Aparicio applied for SSDI benefits, citing several physical and mental health issues that hinder his capacity to work.
2. His application was denied by the SSA, which led him to appeal the decision.
3. During the administrative hearing, evidence of Aparicio's medical conditions, treatment history, and work limitations were presented.
4. The Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) determined that, despite acknowledging certain limitations, Aparicio had the residual functional capacity (RFC) to perform light work and thus was not entitled to benefits.
**Issues:**
- The main issue in this case was whether the ALJ's decision to deny SSDI benefits was supported by substantial evidence and whether the correct legal standards were applied in assessing Aparicio's RFC and credibility.
**Legal Arguments:**
- Aparicio argued that the ALJ failed to give proper weight to the opinions of his treating physicians and did not adequately consider the combined effects of his impairments.
- The defendant, Carolyn Colvin, contended that the ALJ's findings were consistent with the evidence and adhered to relevant legal standards.
**Decision:**
The court was tasked with reviewing the administrative record, considering whether the ALJ's conclusions were supported by substantial evidence. The decision may involve affirming, reversing, or remanding the case for further proceedings.
**Conclusion:**
The outcome of Pete Aparicio v. Carolyn Colvin will hinge on the court's analysis of the ALJ's decision-making process and whether proper legal standards were applied. The case highlights the ongoing challenges claimants face in securing SSDI benefits and the importance of evidentiary support in administrative hearings.
**Note:** Specific details regarding the court's ruling or further developments in the case would be included upon the issuance of the court's opinion.