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· 11/24/2008

Finch v. Astrue

Citations

  • 547 F.3d 933
  • 2008 U.S. App. LEXIS 24096
  • 2008 WL 4964263

How courts have described this case

Verbatim parenthetical descriptions written by other courts when citing this decision. Ranked by citation-network relevance.

  • holding substantial evidence standard requires ALJ to consider evidence that both supports and detracts from his decision
  • “[T]he ALJ may reject the opinion of any medical expert where it is inconsistent with the medical record as a whole.”
  • hypothetical is appropriate where it includes all impairments supported by substantial evidence in record as whole
  • “Although there is evidence in the record that might sustain a different finding, the ALJ’s determination is supported by substantial evidence.”
  • “Although Finch’s medical records show occasional difficulty with the use of his arms and hands, other medical evidence shows normal grip strength and dexterity. Similar inconsistencies exist with respect to Finch’s leg strength and gait.”

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Judges: Wollman, Smith, Gruender

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