Deno v. Colvin
Michael Deno sought judicial review under section 205(g) of the Social Security Act of the Commissioner of Social Security's final decision denying him Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. Deno challenged the Administrative Law Judge's (hearing officer) decision, requesting a reversal of the finding that he is not disabled. The Commissioner, in turn, sought affirmation of the hearing officer's decision. This Court previously reversed and remanded Deno's claim in 2009, leading to further administrative proceedings where the hearing officer again denied the claim in 2010. Deno appealed this denial, arguing various errors by the hearing officer, including inadequate consideration of medical evidence, improper weight given to providers, unsupported credibility determinations, and erroneous reliance on vocational expert testimony. The Court, however, found the hearing officer's decision to be supported by substantial evidence, affirming the denial of disability benefits and dismissing Deno's complaint.