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Case No. MISSING
Regular Panel Decision
Sep 01, 1992

Seelig v. Sielaff

The Supreme Court, New York County, initially issued a judgment enjoining respondents from releasing the social security numbers of correction officers without their consent and ordered the implementation of privacy safeguards. This judgment was subsequently reversed on appeal, vacated, and the proceeding was converted to one for a declaratory judgment. The appellate court declared that the release of correction officers' social security numbers by the respondents, in response to a Public Officers Law § 87 request, constituted an unwarranted invasion of privacy under Public Officers Law § 89 (2), citing federal precedents. The injunctive relief previously granted was also deemed improper as the Personal Privacy Protection Law (Public Officers Law § 92 [1]) exempts local government units and the judiciary from its provisions.

Freedom of Information LawPrivacy InvasionSocial Security NumbersCorrection OfficersPublic Officers LawDeclaratory JudgmentAppellate ReviewGovernment RecordsConfidentialityCPLR Article 78
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Case No. Docket No. 13
Regular Panel Decision

Rubet v. Commissioner of Social Security

Maria Rubet, claiming disability due to a nervous condition since October 1993, sought judicial review of a decision by the Commissioner of Social Security denying her application for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. Following a remand and a subsequent hearing, an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) again found Rubet not disabled, a determination adopted by the Commissioner. Rubet failed to respond to the Commissioner's motion for judgment on the pleadings and a court order. The Court, after reviewing the record and adopting the Commissioner's analysis, found substantial evidence, including medical evaluations, to support the ALJ's finding that Rubet was not disabled. Consequently, the Court granted the Commissioner's motion to dismiss the complaint.

Social SecuritySSI BenefitsDisability ClaimAdministrative Law JudgeMedical EvaluationResidual Functional CapacityMental ImpairmentAppealsJudicial ReviewCommissioner Decision
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Case No. MISSING
Regular Panel Decision

DiBlasi v. Commissioner of Social Security

Plaintiff Frank DiBlasi sought judicial review of a final determination by the Commissioner of Social Security, who denied his claim for Supplemental Security Income benefits, citing disability due to depression, diabetes, high cholesterol, and limb numbness. The Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) denied benefits, a decision affirmed by the Appeals Council. DiBlasi appealed, arguing the Appeals Council failed to consider new material evidence (Dr. Rinzler's assessment), erred by not remanding for clarification of a prior medical opinion, and ignored a psychiatrist's letter. The court found the new evidence cumulative and not material, and that earlier records consistently reflected DiBlasi's difficulties. Ultimately, the court determined that substantial evidence supported the ALJ's finding that DiBlasi could perform simple, routine, unskilled tasks with minimal stress and contact, and that such jobs exist in the national economy. The Commissioner's determination was affirmed.

Supplemental Security IncomeSocial Security BenefitsDisability DeterminationAdministrative Law JudgeAppeals CouncilMedical ImpairmentMental ImpairmentDepressionDiabetesGlobal Assessment of Functioning
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Case No. MISSING
Regular Panel Decision
Feb 09, 2015

Browne v. Commissioner of Social Security

Plaintiff Kenneth Owen Browne sought judicial review of a final decision by the Commissioner of Social Security, denying his claims for disability insurance benefits and supplemental security income. Browne alleged disability since December 2007 due to conditions like degenerative disc disease, osteoarthritis, and carpal tunnel syndrome. An Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) previously found Browne not disabled, concluding he retained the residual functional capacity (RFC) to perform light work. The court affirmed the Commissioner's decision, finding it supported by substantial evidence. The court also addressed and rejected Browne's arguments regarding the ALJ's application of the treating physician rule, and alleged failures to consider his obesity and medication side effects.

Disability benefitsSocial Security ActJudicial reviewResidual functional capacityTreating physician ruleSubstantial evidenceAdministrative Law JudgeMedical evidenceObesityMedication side effects
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Case No. MISSING
Regular Panel Decision

Rice v. Commissioner of Social Security

Plaintiff Tammy Rice sought judicial review of the Commissioner of Social Security's final decision denying her application for disability benefits. The District Court considered the Commissioner's motion for judgment on the pleadings. The Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) found that Plaintiff had severe impairments of mild degenerative disc disease of the lumbar spine and mild degenerative joint disease of the knees but did not meet or equal a listed impairment. The ALJ determined Plaintiff could perform light work with restrictions, concluding she was not disabled. The Court found the Commissioner's decision supported by substantial evidence and in accordance with applicable legal standards. Consequently, the Commissioner's motion for judgment on the pleadings was granted, and Plaintiff's complaint was dismissed with prejudice.

Social SecurityDisability BenefitsALJ DecisionSubstantial EvidenceMedical EvidenceResidual Functional CapacityTreating Physician RuleFederal Rules of Civil ProcedureRule 12(c)Lumbar Spine
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Case No. 01 CY 0301
Regular Panel Decision

Barillaro v. Commissioner of Social Security

Plaintiff Luigi Barillaro appealed the Commissioner of Social Security's decision denying him disability benefits for the period from March 11, 1994, through August 26, 1998. The District Court, presided over by Judge Dearie, found that the Administrative Law Judge's (ALJ) conclusion that Barillaro could perform sedentary work was not supported by substantial evidence. The court identified errors in the ALJ's assessment, including the mischaracterization of a medical expert's testimony regarding Barillaro's eligibility under Appendix 1 of the regulations and the misapplication of Medical-Vocational Guidelines concerning his work experience and literacy. The court concluded that the ALJ erred by not affording enough weight to the treating physician's opinion, which was corroborated by other medical evidence. Consequently, the court reversed the ALJ's decision and remanded the case for calculation of benefits, deeming further record development unnecessary.

Disability BenefitsSocial Security ActSedentary WorkCoronary Artery DiseaseAdministrative Law JudgeMedical-Vocational GuidelinesResidual Functional CapacityTreating Physician RuleAngiogramDiabetic Macular Edema
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Case No. MISSING
Regular Panel Decision

Rolon v. Commissioner of Social Security

Plaintiff Juan Rolon sought review of the Commissioner of Social Security's denial of Social Security Disability (SSD) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. The District Court, presided over by Judge Alison J. Nathan, considered motions for judgment on the pleadings from both the Commissioner and Rolon. The court found legal errors in the Administrative Law Judge's (ALJ) decision, specifically regarding the failure to develop the record by recontacting treating physician Dr. Bogard to clarify inconsistencies in her medical assessment and the improper application of the treating physician rule. Additionally, the Appeals Council erred by not considering new and material evidence from an April 2011 CT scan. Consequently, the Commissioner's motion was denied, Rolon's motion was granted, and the case was remanded for further administrative proceedings.

Social Security DisabilitySupplemental Security IncomeAdministrative Law JudgeTreating Physician RuleMedical EvidenceRemandResidual Functional CapacityDepressive DisorderBack PainConsultative Examination
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Case No. MISSING
Regular Panel Decision

Valder v. Barnhart

This case involves Debra A. Valder, who sought Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income benefits due to Charcot Marie Tooth Disease. After her applications were denied by an Administrative Law Judge and the Appeals Council, she challenged the Commissioner of Social Security's final decision in District Court. Plaintiff argued that the ALJ erred in evaluating her disability under Listing 11.14, discounting her treating physicians' opinions, and assessing her credibility. The District Court, presided over by Judge Larimer, affirmed the Commissioner's decision, concluding that the ALJ applied correct legal principles and that the findings were supported by substantial evidence, particularly regarding Valder's residual functional capacity for sedentary work.

Disability BenefitsSocial Security ActCharcot Marie Tooth DiseasePeripheral NeuropathySedentary WorkResidual Functional CapacityTreating Physician RuleCredibility AssessmentAdministrative Law JudgeAppeals Council
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Case No. MISSING
Regular Panel Decision

Feliciano v. Colvin

Plaintiff Carmen Feliciano sought judicial review of a final decision by the Commissioner of Social Security denying her application for Supplemental Security Income. Both the plaintiff and defendant moved for judgment on the pleadings. The court examined whether the Commissioner's decision, which concluded the plaintiff was not disabled under the Social Security Act, was supported by substantial evidence. The court considered new evidence submitted to the Appeals Council, including a report from the plaintiff's treating physician, but found it inconsistent with other substantial evidence, such as reports from three consulting physicians. Ultimately, the court concluded that the Administrative Law Judge's decision was supported by substantial evidence. Consequently, the defendant's motion for judgment on the pleadings was granted, and the plaintiff's cross-motion was denied, leading to a final judgment for the defendant.

Social SecuritySupplemental Security IncomeDisability BenefitsJudicial ReviewAdministrative Law JudgeAppeals CouncilResidual Functional CapacityLight WorkSubstantial EvidenceTreating Physician Rule
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Case No. MISSING
Regular Panel Decision

Chaffin v. Colvin

Plaintiff Kenneth Chaffin sought judicial review of the Social Security Commissioner's denial of his application for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits and Supplemental Security Income. The District Court, presided over by Judge John T. Curtin, evaluated the Administrative Law Judge's (ALJ) decision, which had found the plaintiff not disabled. The court determined that the ALJ erred in relying on vocational expert testimony that conflicted with the plaintiff's residual functional capacity (RFC). Specifically, the hypothetical presented to the expert described limitations for sedentary work, but the expert identified jobs classified as light work without reconciling the discrepancy. As a result, the court denied the Commissioner's motion for judgment on the pleadings and granted the plaintiff's cross-motion, reversing and remanding the case for further proceedings consistent with its decision.

Social Security DisabilityDisability Insurance BenefitsSupplemental Security IncomeAdministrative Law JudgeVocational ExpertResidual Functional CapacityLight WorkSedentary WorkMedical OpinionsALJ Error
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