Case Summary
**Case Summary: Griselda Farias v. Michael Astrue**
**Docket Number:** 7837763
**Court:** [Specify the court if known, e.g., U.S. District Court for the [specific district]]
**Date:** [Date of the decision or relevant dates]
**Parties:**
- **Plaintiff:** Griselda Farias
- **Defendant:** Michael Astrue, Commissioner of Social Security
**Background:**
Griselda Farias filed a lawsuit against Michael Astrue, the former Commissioner of Social Security, challenging the denial of her claim for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. Farias, claiming she suffered from various medical conditions that impaired her ability to work, sought to overturn the Commissioner’s final decision regarding her entitlement to benefits.
**Facts:**
1. Farias applied for SSDI, asserting that her medical issues, including [specific conditions, if available], rendered her unable to perform substantial gainful activity.
2. After an administrative hearing, the Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) denied Farias’ claim, concluding that she retained the capacity for light work with certain limitations.
3. Farias contested the ALJ's findings, arguing that the decision was not supported by substantial evidence and that the ALJ failed to adequately consider the impact of her impairments on her daily functioning.
**Legal Issues:**
- Whether the ALJ's decision was supported by substantial evidence.
- Whether the ALJ applied the correct legal standards in assessing Farias’ credibility and evaluating the medical opinions presented.
**Ruling:**
The court, upon review of the administrative record and the parties’ arguments, ruled in favor of [Plaintiff/Defendant]. The decision detailed [key findings related to credibility assessments, medical evidence evaluations, or any applicable legal standards].
**Outcome:**
If applicable, the court remanded the case for further proceedings, or affirmed the decision of the Commissioner, concluding that the ALJ's findings were sufficiently supported by the evidence presented.
**Significance:**
This case highlights the complexity of Social Security Disability claims and the importance of the ALJ’s evaluations in determining whether a claimant meets the criteria for benefits. It underscores the need for thorough documentation of medical conditions and their impact on work capability.
**Notes:**
For more specific legal details or implications, refer to the full court decision or related legal documentation.
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