Facts

Jennifer Garcia sought judicial review of the Commissioner of Social Security's denial of her application for a period of disability, disability insurance benefits, and supplemental security income.

PLAINTIFF'S CONTENTIONS: Garcia contended that the Administrative Law Judge did not properly assess the credibility of her subjective symptom testimony and provided inadequate reasons for discounting her testimony.

DEFENDANT'S CONTENTIONS: Defendant denied the allegations of error.

Result

The court affirmed the Commissioner's decision denying benefits. The court found that the ALJ provided sufficient clear and convincing reasons to discount Garcia's subjective symptom testimony. The court concluded the ALJ's reasons for discounting Garcia's testimony, including lack of supporting medical evidence, inconsistency with Garcia's daily activities, Garcia's inconsistent statements regarding her pain, and Garcia's routine, conservative treatment, all were clear and convincing reasons supporting the decision to discount Garcia's testimony.