Belcher v. Apfel

MEMORANDUM OPINION

FEINBERG, United States Magistrate Judge.

This is an action seeking review of the decision of the Commissioner of Social Security denying Plaintiffs application for disability insurance benefits (DIB) under Title II of the Social Security Act (Act), 42 U.S.C. §§ 401-433. This case is presently pending before the court on Plaintiffs Motion for Summary Judgment and Defendant’s Motion for Judgment on the Pleadings. Both parties have consented in writing to a decision by the United States Magistrate Judge.

The Plaintiff, Douglas Belcher (hereinafter referred to as “Claimant”),…