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Government
Social Security Administration
Disability Benefits

Jeffery Tinsely v. Carolyn W. Colvin, Acting Commissioner of Social Security

Published: Apr. 23, 2016 | Result Date: Mar. 24, 2016 | Filing Date: Jan. 1, 1900 |

Case number: 1:15-cv-00056-SKO Bench Decision –  Defense

Court

USDC Eastern


Attorneys

Plaintiff

Kelsey M. Brown
(Mackenzie Legal PLLC)


Defendant

Jeffrey J. Lodge
(Office of the U.S. Attorney)

Chantal R. Jenkins
(Social Security Administration)


Facts

Tinsely brought a complaint against the Commissioner seeking review of the denial of his application for Supplemental Security Income.

Contentions

PLAINTIFF'S CONTENTIONS:
Tinsely contended that the administrative law judge improperly rejected the limitations opined by a doctor who examined Tinsely and failed to set forth clear and convincing reasons to support its adverse credibility determination. Additionally, he contended that a recent medical opinion from another doctor was evidence that undermined the judge's decision, thus requiring remand.

Result

The court found the judge's decision was supported by substantial evidence, and denied Tinsely's appeal, entering judgment in favor of the Commissioner.


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