Facts

Maria Hernandez sought Social Security Disability benefits due to a variety of conditions. An administrative law judge determined that she had severe impairments, including degenerative disc disease in her lumbar and cervical spines. Despite this, he determined that she still had the capacity to perform light work. The ALJ also concluded that Hernandez was able to still perform her past relevant work as a front desk and registration clerk. Ultimately, the ALJ concluded that Hernandez was not disabled, and she sought review of that determination via an action against the Commissioner of Social Security.

PLAINTIFF'S CONTENTIONS: Plaintiff contended that the ALJ failed to articulate clear and convincing reasons for rejecting her testimony about the severity of her symptoms.

DEFENDANT'S CONTENTIONS: Defendant contended that plaintiff's capacity to do basic work activities was not significantly limited; and that plaintiff was still able to engage in her past relevant work.

Result

The court granted summary judgment in favor of the defendant.