Derone Combs v. Michael J. Astrue

Derone Combs filed applications for disability insurance benefits and supplemental security income (SSI) benefits, which were denied by the Social Security Administration (SSA). Combs sought review before two administrative law judges (AL Js), who each conducted a hearing; the second ruled Combs was not entitled to benefits. The SSA Appeals Council denied review, rendering the ALJ’s decision final. Combs sought review in district court, 2 which affirmed the decision of the agency. Combs appeals, and we affirm.

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On July 24, 2000, Combs was burned by steam while working as a dishwasher. He was…