20 C.F.R. § 404.1529

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) permits an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating subjective complaints about disabling symptoms.

LECHLEITNER v. KIJAKAZI · filed 2025-07-22(c)(3)(i)

Contrary to Plaintiff’s arguments, ALJs are permitted to consider activities of daily living when evaluating a claimant’s subjective complaints or description of his or her disabling conditions.

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) expressly permits an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when assessing subjective complaints.

Nieves, Jr. v. Commissioner of Social Security · filed 2025-07-23(c)(3)(i)

Lastly, the ALJ gave appropriate consideration to Plaintiff’s activities of daily living, including driving and attending to self-care. (T at 572-73, 575). Although ALJs must be careful not to overinterpret a claimant’s ability to perform limited tasks as evidence of the ability to maintain full-time, competitive, remunerative work, the regulations expressly permit consideration of the claimant’s “daily activities” when assessing their subjective complaints. See 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(3)(i).

Section 404.1529(c)(4) requires an ALJ who finds symptom testimony inconsistent with a claimant’s daily activities to consider the extent to which the claimant can perform those activities and logically explain the inconsistency.

Oakes v. Commissioner of Social Security · filed 2025-08-01(c)(4)

ALJs should consider relevant information about a claimant’s activities as one factor in determining the extent to which the claimant’s testimony about the intensity, persistence, and functionally limiting effects of his or her symptoms can reasonably be accepted as consistent with other evidence in the record. 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(4); SSR 16-3p, 2017 WL 5180304, at *6–7. However, “[a]n ALJ may not consider the type of a claimant’s activities without also considering the extent to which [he or] she can perform them.” Arakas, 983 F.3d at 99 (quotation marks omitted). If the ALJ rejects testimony describing the limited extent of the claimant’s activities, then her decision must build an accurate and logical bridge from other relevant evidence in the record to her conclusion that the qualifying statements are not credible. See Brown, 873 F.3d at 269–70. Further, an ALJ who concludes that the claimant’s statements concerning the intensity, persistence, and limiting effects of his or her pain or other symptoms are “inconsistent” with the claimant’s self-reported activities must logically explain that conclusion. See Hines, 453 F.3d at 565–66. ... ALJ Munday found Donald’s testimony was “inconsistent” with his reported abilities to “do[] laundry” and drive his cousin to and from the store on a “regular” basis. See R. 368–69. However, she did not mention his qualifying statements that he did only one load of laundry a week, R. 393, and drove on a “limited” basis, R. 65–66. This was error.

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) requires an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating the intensity, persistence, and limiting effects of symptoms.

Charles v. Commissioner of Social Security · filed 2022-03-28(c)(3)(i)

He was also required to consider Plaintiff’s daily activities when evaluating the intensity, persistence, and limiting effects of her symptoms.

Section 404.1529 permits an ALJ to compare subjective pain complaints with a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating the limiting effect of symptoms.

Parker v. Kijakazi · filed 2022-08-22(c)

The ALJ also contrasted Plaintiff’s subjective complaints with her activities of daily living. See 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529 (“Factors relevant to your symptoms, such as pain, which we will consider include: your daily activities…”).

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) permits an ALJ to consider the nature of daily activities when evaluating whether disability allegations are consistent with the record as a whole.

Scrivani v. Commissioner of Social Security · filed 2022-12-14(c)(3)(i)

The ALJ also noted Plaintiff’s daily activities. Tr. 20. See 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(3)(i) (An ALJ may consider the nature of a claimant’s daily activities in evaluating the consistency of allegations of disability with the record as a whole.); see also Ewing v. Comm’r of Soc. Sec., No. 17-CV-68S, 2018 WL 6060484, at *5 (W.D.N.Y. Nov. 20, 2018) (“Indeed, the Commissioner’s regulations expressly identify ‘daily activities’ as a factor the ALJ should consider in evaluating the intensity and persistence of a claimant’s symptoms.”) (citing 20 C.F.R. § 416.929(c)(3)(i)); Poupore v. Astrue, 566 F.3d 303, 307 (2d Cir. 2009) (claimant’s abilities to watch television, read, drive, and do household chores supported ALJ’s finding that his testimony was not fully credible).

Section 404.1529(c)(3) permits an ALJ to compare subjective complaints with daily activities when evaluating their limiting effects.

Smith v. SSA · filed 2024-03-25(c)(3)

She found Smith’s subjective complaints as reported to Scott, as well as his reported activities of daily living (including driving, shopping, and household chores) were inconsistent with the medical evidence. See 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(3) (“Factors relevant to your symptoms, such as pain, which we will consider include: (i) Your daily activities[.]”) [Tr. at 34].

Subsection (c)(3)(i) requires an ALJ who relies on daily activities to evaluate those activities and explain why they are inconsistent with the claimant’s description of symptoms.

Torres v. Bisignano · filed 2025-08-12(c)(3)(i)

The ALJ’s decision did not include any analysis or explanation as to why the ALJ concluded that these activities and abilities outweighed or were inconsistent with plaintiff’s other testimony as to his difficulties and functioning.

Subsection (c)(3)(i) permits consideration of sporadic daily activities when they undercut reported symptoms, even though those activities do not by themselves establish an ability to perform substantial gainful activity.

Brown v. Bisignano · filed 2025-09-02(c)(3)(i)

Although the “sporadic performance” of activities like performing a few household tasks “does not establish that a person is capable of engaging in substantial gainful activity,” Frey v. Bowen, 816 F.2d 508, 516–17 (10th Cir. 1987), an ALJ may consider such activities when, as here, they undercut a claimant’s reported symptoms.

Daily activities may be used under subsection (c) to test the consistency of alleged symptom severity even when the activities do not demonstrate an ability to perform full-time work.

Watkins v. Commissioner of Social Security · filed 2025-09-26(c)

But the ALJ did not find that Plaintiff’s daily activities equated with the ability to sustain work. Rather, she found that they contradicted, to some extent, Plaintiff’s assertions of her own abilities.

Subsection (c)(3)(i) allows daily activities to show that symptoms are less limiting than alleged when the ALJ treats them as one part of the record rather than dispositive proof of ability to work.

Elbert v. Commissioner of Social Security · filed 2025-09-29(c)(3)(i)

Furthermore, the ALJ did not unduly rely on Elbert’s activities in deciding his claim, nor did the ALJ find his activities to be dispositive evidence of his ability to work. Instead, the ALJ properly considered Elbert’s activities together with the other evidence in accordance with the regulations.

A daily activity may undercut symptom testimony under subsection (c)(3) only when the activity supports an inference that the claimant exaggerated the alleged symptoms.

Christine P. v. Bisignano · filed 2025-10-15(c)(3)

At the same time, for a daily activity to undercut a claimant’s testimony, the activity must give rise to an inference that the claimant has somehow exaggerated her symptoms.

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) makes a claimant’s daily activities a relevant factor in evaluating symptom intensity, persistence, and resulting work limitations.

Nichols-Brandt · filed 2025-12-16(c)(3)(i)

Preliminarily, when the Social Security Administration (SSA) evaluates the intensity and persistence of a claimant’s symptoms, such as pain, and determines the extent to which a claimant’s symptoms limit his or her capacity for work[,]” the SSA considers relevant factors, including, inter alia, daily activities. See 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(3)(i).

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) requires an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating the alleged limiting effects of symptoms.

Mendez · filed 2025-12-30(c)(3)(i)

Third, the ALJ did not err by considering her activities of daily living in discounting her credibility. The ALJ was required to consider these daily activities. 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(3)(i). And while Plaintiff disagrees with the inferences that the ALJ drew from these daily activities, the ALJ’s inferences were still supported by the record and well within the zone of choice.

Subsection 404.1529(c)(3)(i) directs an ALJ to consider a claimant's daily activities when evaluating the severity of alleged symptoms.

Honaker · filed 2026-01-05(c)(3)(i)

Finally, the ALJ considered Claimant’s daily activities. See 20 C.F.R. §§ 404.1529(c)(3)(i), 416.929(c)(3)(i) (directing consideration of a claimant's daily activities when considering the severity of alleged symptoms).

Section 404.1529(c)(3) makes subjective and objective evidence of daily activities relevant to whether a claimant can perform work in the national economy.

ROBIN · filed 2026-01-22(c)(3)

The Commissioner considers subjective and objective evidence of an individual’s activities of daily living as relevant to their ability to perform work in the national economy. 20 C.F.R. §§ 404.1529(c)(3), 416.929(c)(3).

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) directs an ALJ to consider daily activities when evaluating a claimant’s symptoms.

VanDyke · filed 2026-01-30(c)(3)(i)

First, the regulations provide that an ALJ should consider daily activities when evaluating a Plaintiff’s symptoms. 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(3)(i). ... The ALJ considered Plaintiff’s daily activities and his medical examinations in determining the appropriate RFC. The ALJ did not err.

Subsection 404.1529(c)(3) permits an ALJ to consider daily activities when evaluating subjective symptoms without explaining how those activities equate to full-time work.

CIRIACO · filed 2026-02-05(c)(3)

Evidence that an ALJ may consider in evaluating and persistence of symptoms and the extent to which they limit a claimant’s capacity to work include daily activities; ... and other factors concerning the claimant’s functional limitations and restrictions due to pain or other symptoms. 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(3). ... The ALJ was entitled to consider Shannon C.’s daily activities for purposes of making a credibility determination with respect to her subjective symptoms and was not required to explain how Shannon C.’s reported activities of daily living “equated to” full-time work in reaching her decision.

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) makes a claimant’s daily activities relevant to evaluating symptoms and disability.

Havice v. Bisignano · filed 2026-02-06(c)(3)(i)

The ALJ also noted Havice’s admission that he had little, if any, difficulty completing personal and household tasks.

Subsection 404.1529(c)(3) includes daily activities among the factors an ALJ must consider when evaluating symptom statements.

Sellars · filed 2026-03-05(c)(3)

Furthermore, even though the argument under Arakas and Shelley C. does not apply, the Court finds the ALJ did sufficiently consider the factors listed in 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529. For example, the factors listed in 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(3) also include a plaintiff’s daily activities. The ALJ did consider Plaintiff’s daily activities, including that Plaintiff indicated he was able to drive, that he exercised with a Bowflex, and that he achieved targets of 8,000 to 10,000 steps with a Fitbit. (Tr. 23–24).

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) requires an ALJ relying on daily activities to address material reported limitations and contrary evidence rather than selectively relying on activities suggesting greater functioning.

Hellman · filed 2026-03-10(c)(3)(i)

The ALJ did not acknowledge or address these reported difficulties with daily activities when he analyzed Plaintiff’s symptom severity. ... Instead, the ALJ’s evaluation of Plaintiff’s daily activities provides another example of the ALJ’s impermissibly selective review of the record.

Daily activities are a permissible consideration under § 404.1529(c)(3)(i) when evaluating alleged symptom limitations.

Merrill · filed 2026-03-18(c)(3)(i)

Daily activities are a ... permissible consideration under 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(3)(i), and the ALJ’s reliance on ... them here was reasonable.

Sections 404.1529(a) and (c)(3) permit consideration of daily activities when evaluating symptoms, including the claimant's limitations and the assistance required to perform those activities.

Cooper · filed 2026-03-19(a), (c)(3)

Although you wouldn’t know it from reading Cooper’s opening brief, a claimant’s ability to complete daily activities can be relevant to an ALJ’s evaluation of the claimant’s symptoms. See 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(a), (c)(3); see also Ranallo v. Comm’r of Soc. Sec., No. 19-cv-2714, 2021 WL 50856, at *9 (N.D. Ohio Jan. 6, 2021). ... But, the ALJ did acknowledge all of these aspects of her testimony. See Tr. 24 (noting that, among other topics, Cooper testified “she has to take breaks ever 10-15 minutes while doing household chores due to her right foot issues” and that “her fiancé helps with the chores”).

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) permits using daily activities to assess symptom severity without equating those activities to full-time work when they contradict alleged incapacitation or limitations.

Bullock v. Dudek · filed 2026-04-09(c)(3)(i)

The ALJ appropriately considered Plaintiff’s daily activities, in addition to objective medical evidence in the record, in undermining Plaintiff’s testimony and in finding Dr. Faulks’ opinions unpersuasive. ... He did not assert that Plaintiff was capable of full-time work because of her ability to complete household chores, but instead appropriately referenced Plaintiff’s capacity to perform those daily activities as one basis to undermine her testimony that her symptoms were as severe and limiting as she alleged or as Dr. Faulks’ opined.

Section 404.1529 permits an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating testimony about symptoms.

Shannon v. Commissioner of Social Security · filed 2019-09-24(c)(3)(i)

While the Plaintiff contends that her ability to live independently with limited support does not significantly bear on her ability to work (Doc. 21 at 27-28), the Regulations counsel otherwise. 20 C.F.R. § 416.929(c)(3)(i) (listing daily activities as a factor relevant to an evaluation of a claimant’s symptoms); see also Kalishek v. Comm’r of Soc. Sec., 470 F. App’x 868, 871 (11th Cir. 2012) (citing 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529) (providing that ALJ is allowed to consider a claimant’s daily activities when determining whether her testimony regarding her symptoms finds adequate support in the record).

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) permits an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating the severity of reported pain.

Sandlin v. Commissioner of Social Security · filed 2022-03-15(c)(3)(i)

A plaintiff's level of daily activity is a factor which the Administrative Law Judge may consider in determining the extent to which pain is of disabling severity.

A claimant’s daily activities are relevant when evaluating the limiting effects of pain and other symptoms.

Barfield v. Kijakazi · filed 2022-03-30(c)(3)(i)

Regardless, the ALJ noted that Barfield affirmed her ability to “complete activities of daily living” in spite of her pain at multiple visits with Dr. Barfield, indicating some ability to sustain concentration, persistence and pace. See (Doc. 12, PageID.79 (discussing such notations in treatment notes from December 11, 2013, January 8, 2014, and February 5, 2014)); 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(3)(i) (a claimant’s “daily activities” are relevant when considering the limiting effects of pain and other symptoms).

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) requires consideration of daily activities when assessing the consistency of a claimant’s symptom testimony.

White v. Commissioner of Social Security Administration · filed 2023-03-14(c)(3)(i)

Furthermore, the ALJ also rejected Plaintiff’s testimony because the record showed he could drive the children to and from school, perform light chores, prepare simple meals, shop in stores, and independently manage finances. (Doc. 13-3 at 20); see 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(3)(i) (ALJ’s will consider daily activities in the consistency analysis).

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) requires the ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating complaints of pain.

Wesson v. Commissioner of Social Security · filed 2020-06-16(c)(3)(i)

While “participation in everyday activities of short duration” does not disqualify a claimant from disability, Lewis v. Callahan, 125 F.3d 1436, 1441 (11th Cir. 1997), the ALJ is tasked with considering factors relevant to a claimant’s complaints of pain, including her daily activities. See 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(3)(i). Plaintiff’s daily activities do not paint the picture of a person unable to perform sedentary work.

Section 404.1529(c) requires an ALJ who considers daily activities when evaluating symptoms to explain how those activities bear on the claimant’s alleged limitations.

Sauer v. Saul · filed 2020-06-19(c)

The problem is that the ALJ never explained how any of these rather limited activities undercut any of plaintiff's contentions.

An ALJ may consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating statements about the severity of symptoms.

Lindsey C. F. v. Bisignano · filed 2026-01-20(c)(3)

The ALJ also permissibly could rely on Plaintiff's inconsistent daily activities to discount her testimony and statements.

An ALJ considering daily activities to evaluate symptoms must assess the extent to which the claimant can perform them and explain how they indicate an ability to work.

Dudek · filed 2026-03-10(c)(3)(i)

An ALJ can consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating whether a claimant’s symptoms are so intense and persistent as to render them unable to work. 20 C.F.R. §§ 404.1529(c)(3)(i), 416.929(c)(3)(i). ... The ALJ failed to discuss the extent to which Smith could perform daily activities and did not explain how such activities indicate her ability to work a 40-hour work week. As a result, the ALJ erroneously assessed Smith’s daily activities.

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) requires consideration of a claimant’s daily activities when assessing credibility.

Johnson v. Barnhart · filed 2002-10-24(c)(3)(i)

As the Commissioner points out, the ALJ is actually required to consider an individual’s daily activities in assessing her credibility. See 20 C.F.R. §§ 404.1529(c)(3)(i); 416.929(c)(3)®; SSR 96-7p.

An ALJ may consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating how much symptoms interfere with the ability to work.

Rivera v. Commissioner of Social Security · filed 2010-07-21(c)(3)(i)

... an ALJ may properly consider a claimant’s daily activities in evaluating the extent to which his symptoms interfere with his ability to work.

A claimant’s daily activities may be considered when evaluating testimony about the severity of symptoms.

Wavercak v. Astrue · filed 2011-04-25(c)(3)(i)

The ALJ's conclusion is also consistent with the claimant's own account of his participation in a range of daily activities during the period in question, including cleaning, cooking, driving, picking up his son at school, reading, shopping, as well as visiting friends and family. See 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(3)(i). On this record, we identify no error in the ALJ's credibility assessment.

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) permits an ALJ to consider daily activities when evaluating alleged pain and functional limitations.

Yates v. Colvin · filed 2013-02-28(c)(3)(i)

The ALJ also reasonably considered Plaintiff’s daily activities which, as the ALJ correctly found, were "inconsistent with the symptoms and limitations" Plaintiff alleges.

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) permits an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating complaints of pain and other symptoms.

Register v. Colvin · filed 2013-05-10(c)(3)(i)

The ALJ may consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating subjective complaints of disabling pain and other symptoms.

Section 404.1529(c)(3) permits an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating statements about the intensity and persistence of symptoms.

Olsen v. Colvin · filed 2014-01-17(c)(3)

The ALJ correctly compared Olsen’s daily activities (which included cooking, reading, shopping for groceries, watching television, and vacuuming) to her testimony that she has a very limited ability to sit, stand, and walk and concluded that Olsen was not credible as to the intensity and persistence of her symptoms. See 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(3).

Section 404.1529(c)(3) permits the ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating reported symptoms.

Green v. Social Security Administration, Commissioner · filed 2017-07-27(c)(3)

Moreover, Green’s function reports show that she cares for her own personal needs, does light housework, prepares simple meals, drives, goes shopping, and visits with family and friends. See 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(3) (indicating that the ... ALJ looks at several factors, including the claimant’s daily activities when evaluating the claimant’s subjective symptoms).

Section 404.1529(c)(3) allows an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating symptoms and their effect on the ability to work.

Riccinto v. Commissioner of Social Security · filed 2020-04-29(c)(3)

The ALJ also considered plaintiff’s statements regarding her daily activities, which included climbing stairs, driving, caring for children and pets, shopping, cooking, and cleaning on a regular basis.

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) instructs an ALJ to consider a claimant's daily activities when evaluating reported symptoms.

MILES v. KIJAKAZI · filed 2021-09-08(c)(3)(i)

However, an ALJ is not only permitted but instructed to consider daily activities. Id. (citing 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(3)(i)).

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) permits an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities alongside other evidence when evaluating symptoms.

Beckles, Sr. v. Commissioner of Social Security · filed 2019-08-30(c)(3)(i)

Contrary to Beckles’s argument, the ALJ considered Beckles’s impairments in light of his reported activities of daily living, such as his interest in pursuing law school (Tr. 13, 15, 16 (citing Tr. 54, 482)), and his inconsistent testimony and statements regarding his hobbies, ability to dress, care for personal hygiene, shop, and socialize. ... These were also proper factors for the ALJ to consider, especially because the ALJ did not rely exclusively on these portions of the record in reaching her credibility determination.

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) permits an ALJ to consider whether a claimant’s daily activities conflict with her reported symptoms and limitations.

Hathaway v. Berryhill · filed 2020-02-20(c)(3)(i)

An ALJ may discredit a claimant’s testimony when he reports participation in everyday activities indicating capacities that are transferable to a work setting. See Molina, 674 F.3d at 1112-13; 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(3)(i). ... Therefore, the court finds the ALJ provided “specific, clear and convincing” reasons supported by substantial evidence for discounting Hathaway’s credibility as to her subjective limitations.

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) permits consideration of a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating the severity of alleged symptoms.

Konieczny v. Commissioner of Social Security Administration · filed 2020-05-19(c)(3)(i)

For example, the ALJ may consider “‘whether the claimant engages in daily activities inconsistent with the alleged symptoms.’” Id. (quoting Lingenfelter v. Astrue, 504 F.3d 1028, 1040 (9th Cir. 2007)). See also 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(3)(i).

Section 404.1529(c) permits an ALJ to consider a claimant’s reported activities when evaluating the intensity and persistence of symptoms.

Vazquez v. Commissioner of Social Security · filed 2020-11-12(c)

The ALJ, however, is permitted to evaluate a “claimant's statements, opinions of treating physicians, reports of claimant's activities and claimant's course of treatment” in considering the intensity and persistence her symptoms regarding her medically determinable impairments. See Ngyuen v. Chater, 172 F.3d 31, 34 (1st Cir. 1999) (citing 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)). Here, the ALJ properly considered Plaintiff’s reports of her activities that she provided in her function report.

Section 404.1529 permits consideration of daily activities as one part of evaluating a claimant’s reported symptoms.

FOOTMAN v. SAUL · filed 2020-11-16

The ALJ also properly considered Plaintiff’s ability to engage in activities of daily living as one component of the ALJ’s evaluation of Plaintiff’s subjective symptom reporting.

Section 404.1529(c)(4) permits an ALJ to consider daily activities as one factor when evaluating a claimant’s statements about symptoms.

Miller v. Saul · filed 2020-11-20(c)(4)

However, it is well-established that the extent of a claimant’s daily activities may be one factor in determining the credibility of the claimant’s testimony.

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) permits an ALJ to consider daily activities when evaluating the consistency of a claimant’s reported symptoms with the record.

Lewis v. Commissioner of Social Security · filed 2020-11-23(c)(3)(i)

The ALJ also noted that Plaintiff’s daily activities did not support her claim of disability under the Act. ... An ALJ may consider the nature of a claimant’s daily activities in evaluating the consistency of allegations of disability with the record as a whole.

Section 404.1529(c)(3) allows an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating symptoms.

Anderson, Jr. v. Commissioner of Social Security · filed 2020-11-24(c)(3)

Additionally, ALJ Mattimore’s consideration of plaintiff’s daily activities in evaluating the overall record, as part of the RFC analysis, was not an error but rather her duty.

An ALJ may consider a claimant’s daily activities, together with other evidence, when evaluating the limiting effects of her symptoms.

Tackett v. Social Security Administration, Commissioner · filed 2020-07-24(c)(3)(i)

The ALJ also found that Tackett’s daily activities did not support her allegations of disabling pain. ... That determination found support both in applicable law and in the record evidence. ... 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(3)(i) (stating that an ALJ may consider a claimant’s daily activities in evaluating the limiting effects of her impairments).

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) allows an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating reported symptoms.

Stewart v. Commissioner Social Security Administration · filed 2020-12-07(c)(3)(i)

The ALJ may consider a claimant’s activities when assessing his subjective complaints. 20 C.F.R. §§ 404.1529(c)(3)(i), 416.929(c)(3)(i). ... On this record, it was reasonable for the ALJ to infer that plaintiff was not as limited as he alleged in his testimony. 20 C.F.R. §§ 404.1529(c)(3)(i), 416.929(c)(3)(i).

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) requires an ALJ to consider daily activities when evaluating symptoms, but household chores do not necessarily show an ability to work full time.

Niquette v. Saul · filed 2020-12-09(c)(3)(i)

While an ALJ must consider a claimant’s daily activities in evaluating how her symptoms may limit her ability to work, 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(3)(i), household chores and work activities are not necessarily interchangeable. ... In stating that Niquette’s ability to do household chores “suggests the capacity for work activity at the light exertional level[,]” the ALJ erred by failing to explain how Niquette’s ability to perform certain daily activities suggested her ability to work full time.

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) requires consideration of a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating alleged symptoms.

Hogan v. Commissioner of Social Security · filed 2020-12-09(c)(3)(i)

The ALJ reasonably found such activities detracted from plaintiff’s allegations of disabling physical impairments. See 20 C.F.R. §§ 404.1529(c)(3)(i), 416.929(c)(3)(i) (stating that the ALJ is to consider the claimants activities of daily living); e.g., Poupore v. Astrue, 566 F.3d 303, 307 (2d Cir. 2009) (finding that the claimant’s daily activities detracted from his allegations of disability).

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) allows an ALJ to consider daily activities as one factor when evaluating the limiting effects of a claimant’s symptoms.

Wozniak v. Commissioner of Social Security · filed 2020-12-16(c)(3)(i)

The ALJ properly considered Plaintiff’s daily activities, as one factor, in making her determination that Plaintiff’s statements concerning the limiting effects of his symptoms were not as severe as alleged.

An ALJ may consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating subjective symptoms.

AELING v. COMMISSIONER OF SOCIAL SECURITY · filed 2020-12-30(c)(3)(i)

However, it was not improper for the ALJ to take these activities into account when assessing Plaintiff’s subjective complaints and testimony.

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) permits consideration of a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating the consistency of reported symptoms with the record.

Ango v. Commissioner of Social Security · filed 2020-12-30(c)(3)(i)

The ALJ’s finding was further supported by Plaintiff’s reported activities of daily living. See 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(3)(i) (An ALJ may consider the nature of a claimant’s daily activities in evaluating the consistency of allegations of disability with the record as a whole.); ... The foregoing activities fail to show significant limitations with basic work activities such as walking, sitting, standing, lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching, and carrying.

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) directs the ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating symptoms.

Brown v. Commissioner of the Social Security Administration · filed 2021-01-15(c)(3)(i)

The ALJ appropriately relied on Plaintiff’s daily activities to find her testimony was not entirely supported. See 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(3)(i) (explaining that the ALJ will consider the claimant’s daily activities when evaluating symptoms).

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) permits an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating symptoms.

WATSON v. COMMISSIONER OF SOCIAL SECURITY · filed 2021-01-19(c)(3)(i)

Finally, it was not improper for the ALJ to take these activities into account when assessing Plaintiff’s subjective complaints and testimony.

Section 404.1529(c) permits an ALJ to consider daily activities when evaluating the limiting effects of a claimant’s symptoms.

Hawk v. Commissioner of Social Security · filed 2021-02-01(c)(3)(i)

The ALJ also properly considered Plaintiff’s daily activities.

Section 404.1529(c) requires an ALJ to consider all relevant factors when evaluating a claimant’s symptoms, including daily activities as one factor.

Prakash v. Saul · filed 2021-02-08(c)

An ALJ must consider all relevant factors when evaluating a Plaintiff's symptoms. See 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c). ... But a review of the ALJ’s decision makes clear that the ALJ considered Jai P.’s activities of daily living as just one factor relevant to the evaluation of his subjective complaints.

Section 404.1529 permits an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when assessing alleged symptoms.

Buechner, Catherine v. Saul, Andrew · filed 2021-02-09

As an initial matter, the regulations specifically permit an ALJ to consider a claimant’s activities of daily living as a part of the disability assessment. 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529.

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) requires the ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating symptoms; those activities may support finding the symptoms less limiting than claimed.

Forshee v. Saul · filed 2021-02-10(c)(3)(i)

Therefore, while plaintiff’s activities alone do not prove she was not disabled, they do provide substantial evidence that her condition during the relevant period was not as limiting as she claimed. 20 C.F.R. §§ 404.1529(c)(3)(i), 416.929(c)(3)(i) (ALJ must consider claimant’s “daily activities” when evaluating symptoms).

Section 404.1529(c)(3) permits an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating reported symptoms.

Eguren v. Saul · filed 2021-04-29(c)(3)

An ALJ is permitted to consider daily living activities in his credibility analysis.

Section 404.1529(c)(3) makes a claimant’s daily activities relevant to evaluating statements about symptoms.

Jewell-Greene v. Commissioner Social Security Administration · filed 2021-05-12(c)(3)

The ALJ also noted that Plaintiff’s activity level contradicted her testimony of severe limitations. AR 528, 531–33. A claimant’s daily activity levels are a relevant factor an ALJ should consider. 20 C.F.R. §§ 404.1529(c)(3), 416.929(c)(3).

In evaluating a claimant’s symptoms, an ALJ considers daily activities, including part-time work.

Morin v. Saul · filed 2021-05-13(c)(3)(i)

However, the ALJ is required to evaluate a claimant’s daily activities to determine the intensity, severity, and limiting effects of the claimant’s impairments. 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529. The ALJ may therefore consider a claimant’s part-time work.

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) allows an administrative law judge to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating symptoms.

Whitmore v. Social Security Administration, Commissioner · filed 2021-05-17(c)(3)(i)

Although a claimant’s admission that he participates in daily activities for short durations does not necessarily disqualify the claimant from disability, Lewis v. Callahan, 125 F.3d 1436, 1441 (11th Cir. 1997), it is nonetheless proper for an administrative law judge to consider a claimant’s daily activities when ... they are related to the claimant’s subjective pain. ... 20 C.F.R. §§ 404.1529(c)(3)(i), 416.929(c)(3)(i) (specifically listing claimant’s daily activities as factor to consider in evaluating claimant’s symptoms). Here, the daily activities that the administrative law judge considered—light housework, some driving, meal prep, personal care—were directly related to the type of pain Whitmore described.

Section 404.1529 permits an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when assessing her credibility and capacity to work.

Lamorey v. Barnhart · filed 2006-01-19(e)(3)(i)

As the district court observed, it is entirely appropriate for an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities in assessing her credibility and capacity to perform work-related activities. See 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(e)(3)(i).

Section 404.1529(c)(3) permits an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating reported pain and other symptoms.

Cunningham v. Commissioner Social Security · filed 2012-12-13(c)(3)

Furthermore, the ALJ was required to consider Cunningham‟s activities of daily living to assess the severity of her mental impairments, see 20 C.F.R. pt. 404, subpt. P, app. 1, § 12.00(A), (C)(1), and was permitted to consider them to evaluate the credibility of Cunningham‟s subjective complaints of pain and other symptoms. See 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(3).

Section 404.1529 requires an ALJ to consider daily activities when evaluating symptoms, without analyzing every factor individually.

York v. Berryhill · filed 2018-11-14(c)(4)

An ALJ is required to consider the factors under 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529, including the claimant’s daily activities, and need not “engage in a factor-by-factor analysis.”

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) makes a claimant’s daily activities a relevant factor when evaluating reported symptoms.

Farrel v. Saul · filed 2019-08-12(c)(3)(i)

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i), however, states that “daily activities” are a relevant factor in evaluating the credibility of symptoms.

Section 404.1529(c)(3) permits an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating reported symptoms.

Dunkleberger v. Saul · filed 2019-11-05(c)(3)

The ALJ properly considered Dunkleberger’s daily activities in assessing the weight attributable to her subjective complaints.

Section 404.1529(c) requires an ALJ to consider daily activities among the factors used to evaluate a claimant’s symptoms.

Brumbaugh v. Commissioner of Social Security · filed 2020-02-04(c)

The regulations require the ALJ to look at a variety of factors in evaluating a claimant’s symptoms, one of which is daily activities. 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c). ... As to that single issue, the Court agrees that that factor adds little if any weight to the ALJ’s analysis. But that falls well short of establishing that the ALJ’s evaluation was patently wrong in light of the rest of the ALJ’s explanation, none of which Ms. Brumbaugh addresses.

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) permits an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating subjective symptoms.

Zelidon v. Commissioner of Social Security · filed 2021-09-21(c)(3)(i)

In evaluating a claimant’s subjective complaints, the ALJ may also consider the claimant’s daily activities.

Daily activities may be considered when evaluating a claimant’s symptoms and may support a finding that the claimant is not disabled.

Hansen v. Saul · filed 2021-12-07(c)(3)(i)

A claimant’s daily activities may support a determination that he or she is not disabled. See 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(3)(i).

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) permits an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating alleged symptoms.

Stamm v. Saul · filed 2021-12-31(c)(3)(i)

However, the Social Security Regulations permitted the ALJ to consider Stamm’s daily activities when evaluating his allegations.

Section 404.1529(c)(3) directs the ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating symptoms.

Vollmer v. Commissioner of Social Security · filed 2022-01-14(c)(3)

In considering subjective symptoms, an ALJ should consider Plaintiff’s activities of daily living, which the ALJ did here.

Section 404.1529(a) requires an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating the intensity and persistence of symptoms.

Stafford v. Saul · filed 2022-02-07(a)

When evaluating the intensity and persistence of a claimant’s symptoms an ALJ must consider the claimant’s daily activities. 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(a).

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) permits consideration of daily activities when assessing the intensity and persistence of a claimant’s symptoms.

Vargas v. Saul · filed 2022-02-15(c)(3)(i)

While the ALJ and Commissioner can consider a claimant’s daily activities in assessing the intensity and persistence of a claimant’s symptoms, 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(3)(i), “a claimant need not be an invalid to be found disabled,” Balsamo v. Chater, 142 F.3d 75, 81 (2d Cir. 1998).

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) permits consideration of a claimant’s daily activities when assessing the intensity and persistence of symptoms, but the ALJ must examine evidence affecting the claimant’s ability to perform those activities.

Lebby v. Commissioner Social Security · filed 2022-02-24(c)(3)(i)

While the ALJ and Commissioner can consider a claimant’s daily activities in assessing the intensity and persistence of a claimant’s symptoms, 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(3)(i), “a claimant need not be an invalid to be found disabled,” Balsamo v. Chater, 142 F.3d 75, 81 (2d Cir. 1998). ... The ALJ’s failure to further examine the impact Plaintiff’s treatment and hallucinations have on her ability to perform daily tasks calls the ALJ’s credibility analysis into questions.

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) permits an ALJ to consider daily activities when evaluating the severity and limiting effects of a claimant's symptoms.

BELVIY v. KIJAKAZI · filed 2022-03-09(c)(3)(i)

Christopher B.'s reported activities demonstrate some ability to function out in the world short of complete isolation of others, and it was reasonable for the ALJ to rely on such activities as one factor supporting his credibility finding concerning Christopher B.'s ability to perform work within the context of his RFC.

Section 404.1529(c)(3) permits consideration of a claimant’s reported activities when evaluating the consistency of statements about symptoms.

Wydrzynski v. Kijakazi · filed 2022-03-17(c)(3)

Plaintiff contends that the ALJ overstates her ability to perform various activities, but comparison of an individual’s reported activities with his or her allegations may be appropriately considered. 20 C.FR. § 404.1529(c)(3). The ALJ cited plaintiff’s reported activities in the proper context and as one factor among others used to evaluate the consistency of her complaints.

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) makes a claimant’s daily activities a factor in evaluating alleged symptoms.

Plier v. Social Security Administration, Commissioner · filed 2022-03-23(c)(3)(i)

The controlling regulations specifically list daily activities as a factor to consider in evaluating a claimant’s credibility regarding his symptoms. 20 CFR § 404.1529(c)(3)(i).

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) requires an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating symptoms.

DuCharme v. Kijakazi · filed 2022-08-11(c)(3)(i)

The ALJ simply ... described these activities in its subjective symptom analysis, which is exactly what ALJs are supposed to do. See 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(3)(i) (requiring ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities in subjective-symptom analysis).

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) permits an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating symptoms.

Mehlos v. Commissioner of Social Security Administration · filed 2022-08-26(c)(3)(i)

A claimant’s daily activities serve as proper ... context to an ALJ’s credibility determinations, and the ALJ did not err in considering them ... here.

An ALJ may consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating statements about the severity of her symptoms.

De Deaux v. Saul · filed 2022-10-25(c)(3)

When assessing the credibility of a claimant’s statements about the severity of her symptoms, an ALJ may consider, among other factors, the claimant’s daily activities.

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) requires an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating symptoms.

Lamb v. Saul · filed 2022-11-02(c)(3)(i)

Indeed, the applicable regulations mandate such consideration by the ALJ. See 20 C.F.R. §§ 404.1529(c)(3)(i), 416.929(c)(3)(i).

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) permits an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating the consistency of reported symptoms with the record.

Fiutko v. Commissioner of Social Security · filed 2022-11-23(c)(3)(i)

Finally, the ALJ properly considered Plaintiff’s daily activities, which were at odds with her claims of total disability and supported at least an RFC for light work, compatible with Plaintiff’s past relevant work as a nanny.

Section 404.1529(c)(3) permits consideration of a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating the severity and limiting effects of symptoms.

Pease v. Commissioner of Social Security · filed 2023-01-03(c)(3)

Thus, to assist in the evaluation of a claimant's subjective symptoms, the Social Security Regulations identify seven factors which may be relevant to the assessment of the severity or limiting effects of a claimant's impairment based on a claimant's symptoms. 20 C.F.R. §§ 404.1529(c)(3), 416.929(c)(3). ... The ALJ also appropriately considered Pease’s self-reported activities of daily living when concluding that she retained the ability to perform some range of light work. Thus, there was no error here.

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) makes daily activities relevant to evaluating the limiting effects of pain and other symptoms.

HAVRISKO v. KIJAKAZI · filed 2023-01-25(c)(3)(i)

But, in cautioning ALJs thus, the courts have never undermined the evidentiary value of daily activities evidence which is identified in the regulations as being relevant to ALJs’ evaluation of the limiting effect of a claimant’s pain and other symptoms.

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) permits an ALJ to consider daily activities when evaluating a claimant’s symptom allegations.

Murray v. Commissioner Social Security Administration · filed 2023-03-15(c)(3)(i)

An ALJ may consider a claimant’s activities when evaluating the reliability of their symptom allegations. 20 C.F.R. §§ 404.1529(c)(3)(i), 416.929(c)(3)(i). ... The ALJ did not err in relying on Plaintiff’s daily activity of taking care of her two young grandchildren, ages one and five, to discount her subjective complaints.

Section 404.1529 permits consideration of a claimant’s daily activities alongside medical evidence when evaluating subjective symptoms.

Hightshoe v. Social Security Administration, Commissioner · filed 2023-03-16(c)(3)

The Commissioner may consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating the credibility of the claimant’s complaints of subjective symptoms. 20 C.F.R. §§ 404.1529(c)(3)(v), 416.929(c)(3)(i).

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) allows an ALJ to consider daily activities when evaluating a claimant’s alleged symptoms.

Burns v. Kijakazi · filed 2023-03-22(c)(3)(i)

An ALJ may reasonably compare allegations of disability against activities that suggest greater functioning. See 20 C.F.R. §§ 404.1529(c)(3)(i), 416.929(c)(3)G).

When evaluating daily activities as evidence of a claimant’s symptoms, an ALJ must consider how long the claimant performs them, whether others help, and their effects afterward.

Valcich v. Acting Commissioner of Social Security · filed 2023-03-27(c)(3)(i)

The problem with the ALJ’s analysis is that the ALJ did not adequately address the context in which Plaintiff performed those activities—i.e., for very limited durations and often with the assistance of others—and the frequent consequences of such activities—i.e., significant pain and swelling resulting in the need to lay down in bed for extended periods.

Section 404.1529(c) allows an ALJ to consider daily activities as one factor in evaluating how symptoms limit a claimant’s capacity for work.

Martin v. Commissioner Of Social Security · filed 2023-04-05(c)

The regulations specifically provide that an ALJ may consider a claimant’s daily activities, among other factors, in determining the extent to which a claimant’s symptoms limit his capacity for work. See 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c). Here, the ALJ appropriately considered Terry’s daily activities as one factor in determining the extent to which symptoms affected his capacity to work.

Section 404.1529(c)(3) requires an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating symptoms.

McNamara v. Saul · filed 2023-05-16(c)(3)

Under SSR 16-3p an ALJ must consider the claimant’s daily activities. See 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(3). Here, the ALJ did so, noting that Michele cared for her 15-year-old autistic son, including by preparing meals, performing household chores, and driving him.

Section 404.1529(c)(3) makes daily activities relevant to evaluating symptoms, but an ALJ must explain how those activities undermine the claimant’s reported limitations.

Reynolds v. Kijakazi · filed 2023-06-23(c)(3)

A claimant’s daily activities is a relevant factor in assessing a claimant’s symptoms. 20 C.F.R. §§ 404.1529(c)(3), 416.929(c)(3). ... The ALJ finding that her activities contradict Plaintiff’s testimony that “essentially” claims she is “bed-bound” is not supported by substantial evidence in that Plaintiff did not claim to be “essentially bed bound.” While it may be presumed, the ALJ did not address whether her “essentially unimpaired daily functioning” supports physical functions transferable to a work setting. Therefore, the ALJ is instructed to reconsider this factor on remand.

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) permits consideration of a claimant’s daily activities when assessing claimed limitations.

Rivette v. Social Security · filed 2023-07-20(c)(3)(i)

Nevertheless, as Magistrate Judge Patti further indicated, such a disparity is “properly considered[.]” (Id.); see also 20 C.F.R § 404.1529(c)(3)(i); Blacha v. Sec’y of HHS, 927 F.2d 228, 231 (6th Cir. 1990) (“As a matter of law, an ALJ may consider household and social activities in evaluating complaints of disabling pain); Miller v. Comm’r of Soc. Sec., 524 F. App’x 191, 194 (6th Cir. 2013) (finding that the ALJ “reasonably explained” why little weight was given to physician’s opinion when relying on the claimant’s daily activities which conflicted with the assessment).

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) allows an ALJ to consider daily activities when evaluating symptoms, but the ALJ must consider how extensively the claimant can perform those activities.

Cline v. Commissioner of the Social Security Administration · filed 2023-09-07(c)(3)(i)

The court finds that the ALJ erred by disregarding Cline’s qualifying statements regarding the limited extent to which she could perform daily activities and similarly failed to adequately explain how her limited ability to carry out daily activities supported his conclusion that she could sustain eight-hour workdays.

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) permits an ALJ to consider daily activities when evaluating the severity of a claimant’s symptoms and limitations.

DEMSKO v. KIJAKAZI · filed 2023-09-19(c)(3)(i)

While Plaintiff objects to the ALJ’s consideration of factors like her reported ability to go for walks and do yard work (R. 572, 776, 606), although such activities may not alone support a finding of non-disability, there was nothing inappropriate in the ALJ considering those activities in evaluating the severity of Plaintiff’s symptoms and limitations.

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) requires an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating the severity of symptoms and limitations.

WINGROVE v. COMMISSIONER OF SOCIAL SECURITY · filed 2023-09-28(c)(3)(i)

There is, of course, nothing inappropriate with an ALJ considering a claimant’s activities of daily living in evaluating the severity of the claimant’s symptoms and limitations. In fact, ALJs are required to do so. See 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(3)(i); Wright v. Astrue, No. Civ. 10-942, 2011 WL 4079067, at *3 (W.D. Pa. Sept. 13, 2011).

Section 404.1529(c) requires consideration of a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating symptoms, even when those activities were difficult or unsuccessful.

Henderson v. Kijakazi · filed 2023-09-29(c)

The ALJ was entitled to consider this evidence, even if the events described were not entirely successful. ... Overall, the ALJ’s evaluation of Lindsey’s symptoms was not patently wrong.

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) permits an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating symptoms.

KELSEY v. COMMISSIONER OF SOCIAL SECURITY · filed 2021-02-16(c)(3)(i)

The ALJ may consider a claimant’s daily activities when assessing the credibility of her complaints.

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) permits an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating alleged symptoms.

Lusby v. Commissioner Social Security Administration · filed 2024-02-01(c)(3)(i)

The ALJ did not err by considering Plaintiff’s daily activities. An ALJ may consider whether a plaintiff’s daily activities are inconsistent with his alleged symptoms. Smartt, 53 F.4th at 499; see also 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(3)(i).

Section 404.1529 permits an ALJ to consider daily activities when evaluating a claimant’s reported symptoms.

Hairston v. Commissioner of Social Security · filed 2024-02-05(c)(3)(i)

Although plaintiff contends that the ALJ overlooked interaction accommodations made by her school and placed undue emphasis on her relationship with her mother and sister (Docket # 7-1 at 16-17), I do not find that the ALJ overlooked material evidence or mischaracterized the record evidence concerning the plaintiff’s treatment, interpersonal relationships, or ability to engage in activities of daily living.

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) allows an ALJ to consider daily activities when evaluating the intensity and persistence of symptoms and their effect on a claimant’s ability to work.

Arnette v. Commissioner of the Social Security Administration · filed 2024-03-14(c)(3)(i)

The Commissioner’s regulations specifically instruct that a claimant’s daily activities are a relevant factor when an ALJ evaluates the intensity and persistence of pain or other symptoms and its impact on a claimant’s ability to work. 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(3)(i), § 416.929(c)(3)(i). ... The ALJ here did just as the regulations require, citing those activities as evidence that was inconsistent with the extent of Plaintiff’s reported symptoms. Tr. 644.

When evaluating symptoms through daily activities, an ALJ must consider both the type of activities and the extent to which the claimant can perform them.

BROWN v. O'MALLEY · filed 2024-03-29(c)(3)

For that reason, review of both the type and extent of daily activities is required, whether or not daily activities directly control the RFC analysis or indirectly affect it, such as through a credibility assessment.

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) requires an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating statements about symptoms.

White v. Commissioner Social Security Administration · filed 2024-04-12(c)(3)(i)

The relevant regulations require an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating subjective symptom statements. 20 C.F.R. §§ 404.1529(c)(3)(i), 416.929(c)(3)(i).

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) requires an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating subjective symptom statements.

Brown v. Commissioner Social Security Administration · filed 2024-05-06(c)(3)(i)

The relevant regulations require an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating subjective symptom statements. 20 C.F.R. §§ 404.1529(c)(3)(i), 416.929(c)(3)(i).

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) requires an ALJ evaluating symptoms to consider a claimant’s daily activities, including the extent to which the claimant can perform them.

Jones v. Commissioner of Social Security · filed 2024-05-13(c)(3)(i)

When applying the second step of the test, the ALJ considers the daily activities that the claimant can perform. See 20 C.F.R. §§ 404.1529(c)(3)(i), 416.929(c)(3)(i). ... The Court finds that the ALJ’s assessment of these activities is, on this record, inadequate. In addition to the ALJ’s failure to explain how these types of activities contradict Plaintiff’s subjective complaints, the ALJ also failed to consider “the extent to which” Plaintiff can perform these activities.

Section 404.1529(c) includes daily activities in the evaluation of symptoms; activities support discounting symptoms only when the ALJ explains how they show work capacity or contradict the claimed limitations.

Juarez v. O'Malley · filed 2024-05-20(c)

The ALJ does not explain how these activities are transferable to a work setting or contradict Plaintiff’s claims of debilitating symptoms. The ALJ only states that the activities demonstrate Plaintiff can take part in a “relatively normal daily or weekly routine.” Tr. 1364. This is not a clear and convincing reason to reject Plaintiff’s symptom claims.

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) makes daily activities relevant to evaluating a claimant’s reported symptoms.

(SS) Maldonado v. Commissioner of Social Security · filed 2024-06-05(c)(3)(i)

While Plaintiff contends there is no connection between the claimed activities and medium work, the ALJ used Plaintiff’s list of daily activities to conclude that Plaintiff’s day-to-day life was largely unimpeded by his lower extremity pain, which would subsequently translate to being able to perform medium work. See 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(3)(i) (activities of daily living are relevant to the symptom testimony evaluation); Tommasetti v. Astrue, 533 F.3d 1035, 1039 (9th. Cir. 2008) (“The ALJ may consider many factors in weighing a claimant’s subjective complaints,” including “the claimant’s daily activities”).

Section 404.1529(c) permits an ALJ to consider daily activities when evaluating a claimant’s reported symptoms.

Daly v. Kijakazi · filed 2024-06-25(c)

A claimant’s daily activities are just one factor the ALJ may consider in evaluating allegedly disabling subjective symptoms. 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c). ... Therefore, the ALJ did not err in discounting her subjective symptom statements on this basis.

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) allows an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when assessing the severity of alleged symptoms.

O'Neal v. Commissioner of Social Security · filed 2024-07-11(c)(3)(i)

The Court finds no error primarily because an ALJ is permitted to consider activities of daily living when assessing the credibility of a claimant’s limitations. See 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(3)(i) (stating that the ALJ will consider a claimant's daily activities in assessing the severity of her alleged impairments).

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) directs an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when assessing the intensity and persistence of symptoms.

MANGYIK v. O'MALLEY · filed 2025-03-05(c)(3)(i)

The ALJ acted appropriately by discounting Plaintiff’s allegations based on her daily activities.

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) requires an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating claimed limitations.

STEEVES v. O'MALLEY · filed 2024-08-16(c)(3)(i)

The ALJ is permitted to, and in fact required to, evaluate a claimant’s activities of daily living as a factor in determining the credibility of his or her claimed limitations. See 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(3)(i).

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) requires an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating statements about symptoms.

Harkins v. Commissioner Social Security Administration · filed 2025-07-09(c)(3)(i)

The relevant regulations require an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating subjective symptom statements. 20 C.F.R. §§ 404.1529(c)(3)(i), 416.929(c)(3)(i). ... The ALJ failed to adequately identify transferable work skills or inconsistencies between Plaintiff’s daily activities and symptom testimony, and therefore erred.

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) requires an ALJ evaluating symptoms to consider a claimant’s daily activities and explain how they bear on the claimant’s reported limitations.

Montalbano v. Bisignano · filed 2025-09-23(c)(3)(i)

The ALJ did not explain how he considered these activities alongside evidence from the medical record or to what extent they affected his assessment of plaintiff’s subjective complaints.

Section 404.1529(c)(3) makes a claimant’s daily activities one of several factors an ALJ must consider when evaluating symptoms.

GILLOT · filed 2025-11-25(c)(3)

First, evidence of a claimant’s ADLs is but one of many factors that an ALJ must consider. See 20 C.F.R. §§ 404.1529(c)(3), 416.929(c)(3).

Section 404.1529(c)(3)(i) requires an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating statements about symptoms.

Love · filed 2026-02-20(c)(3)(i)

The relevant regulations require an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating subjective symptom statements. 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(3)(i). ... The ALJ reasonably concluded plaintiff’s claims were contradicted by her activities.

An ALJ may consider a claimant’s daily activities when they undercut reported symptoms.

Harris · filed 2026-03-26(c)(3)(i)

First, a disability claimant’s activities are relevant to the symptom evaluation. 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(3)(i). Although the “sporadic performance” of activities like performing a few household tasks “does not establish that a person is capable of engaging in substantial gainful activity,” Frey v. Bowen, 816 F.2d 508, 516–17 (10th Cir. 1987), an ALJ may consider such activities when, as here, they undercut a claimant’s reported symptoms. See Wilson v. Astrue, 602 F.3d 1136, 1146 (10th Cir. 2010).

Section 404.1529(c)(3) permits an ALJ to consider a claimant’s daily activities when evaluating symptom testimony.

Hansen · filed 2026-03-31(c)(3)

The cases Claimant cites in support of this argument are irrelevant and, indeed, her argument contradicts her statement—only one page earlier—that “[i]n assessing a plaintiff’s testimony, the ALJ may consider a number of factors, including . . . daily activities.” (AR 17 (citing 20 C.F.R. §§ 404.1529(c)(3), 416.929(c)(3)).) Her argument thus fails.

Section 404.1529(d) requires the effects of pain to be considered at every step of the sequential disability evaluation once a medically determinable impairment is documented.

Follensbee v. HHS · filed 1995-03-28(d)

Once a medically determinable impairment is documented, the effects of pain must be considered at each step of the seguential evaluation process. 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(d).

Section 404.1529(d) requires the effects of pain to be considered at each step of the sequential disability evaluation once a medically determinable impairment is documented.

St.Pierre v. HHS · filed 1995-05-25(d)

Once a medically determinable impairment is documented, the effects of pain must be considered at each step of the seguential evaluation process. 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(d).

Section 404.1529(d) requires the effects of pain to be considered at each step of the sequential evaluation process once a medically determinable impairment is documented.

Woodin v. SSA · filed 1996-12-18(d)

Once a medically determinable impairment is documented, the effects of pain must be considered at each step of the sequential evaluation process. 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(d).

Section 404.1529(d) requires consideration of a claimant’s symptoms when evaluating whether the claimant has a severe impairment at step two.

Pilotti v. Commissioner of Social Security · filed 2021-12-01(d)

The ALJ further erred in failing to evaluate and explain the rejection of Plaintiff’s reported symptoms. Genier, 606 F.3d at 49-50; see also 40 C.F.R. § 404.1529(d) (“If you are not doing substantial gainful activity, we consider your symptoms . . . to evaluate whether you have a severe physical or mental impairment(s)”). On remand, the ALJ should continue the sequential evaluation process by considering Plaintiff’s symptoms in accordance with the procedures set forth in 40 C.F.R. § 404.1529. See also SSR 16-3p, 2017 WL 5180304.

Sections 404.1529(a) and (d) require impairment-related pain and other subjective symptoms to be considered at each step of the sequential evaluation.

Gionnette v. Kijakazi · filed 2022-03-29(a), (d)

When determining disability, an ALJ is required to consider a claimant’s impairment-related pain and other subjective symptoms at each step of the sequential evaluation process. 20 C.F.R. §§ 404.1529(a), (d).

Section 404.1529 requires consideration of subjective symptoms at every sequential-evaluation step and an assessment of whether symptom statements and resulting functional limits are consistent with the record as a whole.

Gonzalez v. Kijakazi · filed 2022-06-21(a), (c)(4), (d)

When determining disability, an ALJ is required to consider a claimant’s impairment-related pain and other subjective symptoms at each step of the sequential evaluation process. 20 C.F.R. §§ 404.1529(a), (d), 416.929(a), (d). Accordingly, when a claimant presents “objective medical evidence of an underlying impairment which might reasonably produce the pain or other symptoms [the claimant] alleged,” the ALJ is required to determine the extent to which the claimant’s statements regarding the intensity, persistence, and limiting effects of his or her subjective symptoms (“subjective statements” or “subjective complaints”) are consistent with the record evidence as a whole and, consequently, whether any of the individual’s symptom-related functional limitations and restrictions are likely to reduce the claimant’s capacity to perform work-related activities. 20 C.F.R. §§ 404.1529(a), (c)(4), 416.929(a), (c)(4); SSR 16-3p, 2017 WL 5180304, at *4-10.

Section 404.1529 requires an ALJ evaluating pain to consider daily activities and treatment and to incorporate pain’s limiting impact into the residual functional capacity without mischaracterizing the record.

Al Hajjaji v. Commissioner of Social Security · filed 2022-07-18(c)(3)-(4)

The Code of Federal Regulations, specifically 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(3), indicates that, among other factors, a claimant’s activities of daily living and treatment received for pain relief are relevant to determinations of the intensity, persistence, and limiting effects of pain. Furthermore, pursuant to 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(4), in assessing a claimant’s RFC, the limiting impact of his or her symptoms of pain must be considered. ... The Court finds that this is a misinterpretation of the record. ... Additionally, the ALJ found that Plaintiff was “referred to pain management and physical therapy but did not follow through with these treatment modalities.” Tr. 18. Yet this is wholly inaccurate.

Section 404.1529 requires consideration of impairment-related pain and symptoms at every sequential step.

Rentsch v. Saul · filed 2023-02-21(a), (d)

When determining disability, an ALJ is required to consider a claimant’s ... impairment-related pain and other subjective symptoms at each step of the ... sequential evaluation process.

Section 404.1529(d)(1) requires an ALJ to consider a claimant’s symptoms when determining at step two whether an impairment is severe.

Tafoya v. Commissioner of Social Security · filed 2023-03-31(d)(1)

Although, as discussed above, Plaintiff has not shown that the ALJ erred in considering the objective medical evidence relating to Plaintiff’s impairments, the ALJ must consider a claimant’s symptoms when determining severity. 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(d)(1). Here, the ALJ failed to provide clear and convincing reasons for rejecting Plaintiff’s symptoms testimony and failed to consider Plaintiff’s testimony when assessing the severity of Plaintiff’s impairments at step two.

Section 404.1529(d) requires an ALJ to consider a claimant’s symptoms when deciding whether an impairment is severe.

Munoz v. Saul · filed 2022-09-08(d)

And the ALJ was required to consider all such “symptoms” in evaluating whether Raul had “severe physical or mental impairment(s).” See 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(d).

Section 404.1529(d) requires consideration of a claimant’s subjective symptoms when determining severity at step two.

Chang v. O'Malley · filed 2024-06-28(d)

Also, she is required to consider the claimant’s subjective symptoms, such as pain or fatigue, in determining severity.

Section 404.1529 permits pain to support a disability finding when the claimant’s account is corroborated by medical evidence.

Meyers v. Heckler · filed 1985-11-12

But pain alone can be the basis for a finding of disability if plaintiffs subjective claims are corroborated by some medical evidence. See Beavers v. Secretary of Health, Education and Welfare, 577 F.2d at 383, 386 (6th Cir.1978); 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529 (1985).

Section 404.1529 treats pain as a symptom of disability rather than an independent basis for disability.

Hall v. Colvin · filed 2015-02-20

The VA deems that pain itself can support a finding of disability, 38 C.F.R. §§ 4.40, 4.45, 4.59, whereas for the Social Security Administration pain can only be a symptom of a disability. 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529.

Section 404.1529 requires an ALJ first to establish a medically determinable impairment through objective medical evidence, then to consider medical and other evidence of pain’s intensity and persistence, without rejecting pain statements solely because objective evidence does not substantiate them.

Scott v. Shalala · filed 1995-08-10(b), (c), (c)(2), (e)(3)

The Seventh Circuit held that the Secretary’s regulations squarely govern the ALJ’s proper analysis of complaints of pain. ... Where symptoms of pain comprise part of a claimant’s claim of disability, the ALJ must make a threshold determination of whether such symptoms are supported by medically acceptable clinical or laboratory diagnostic techniques. According to the regulations, symptoms of pain “will not be found to affect [the] ability to do basic work activities unless medical signs or laboratory findings show that a medically determinable impairment(s) is present.” 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(b). ... Once the claimant has established the existence of pain with appropriate medical evidence, however, the claimant may then present both medical and other kinds of evidence to establish the intensity and severity of the pain. 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c). ... As the regulations state, the Secretary “will not reject [a claimant’s] statements about the intensity and persistence of [ ] pain ... solely because the available objective medical evidence does not substantiate [the] statements.” 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(2).

Section 404.1529 requires medical evidence supporting a claim that pain is disabling and does not allow pain alone to establish disability.

Lugo v. Chater · filed 1996-04-19

I agree with the Commissioner that 20 C.F.R. §§ 404.1529 and 416.929, enacted after Marcus, do provide that (1) pain alone cannot establish disability, as that term is defined in section 223(d)(1) of the Social Security Act, 42 U.S.C. § 423(d)(1), and (2) a petitioner must offer some medical evidence to support a claim of pain as a disabling condition. Nevertheless, as Lugo's counsel correctly points out in his responsive letter of April 16, 1996, my decision to remand on this issue was not based solely on Marcus or its progeny. I found that the ALJ had ignored conflicting medical reports, some of which did provide a reasonable explanation of Lugo's pain, and had failed to explain why he credited some reports over others.

Once a medically determinable impairment is established, the effects of pain must be considered at every step of the disability evaluation.

Wells v. Chater, Comm's SSA · filed 1996-04-30(d)

Once a medically determinable impairment is documented, the effects of pain must be considered at each step of the sequential evaluation process.

Section 404.1529(c)(3) requires an ALJ evaluating inadequately medically supported pain or other subjective symptoms to consider specified evidence, while allowing the ALJ not to accept the complaints at face value.

Colby v. SSA · filed 1997-05-09(c)(3)

The court also concludes that the ALJ adeguately considered plaintiff's subjective complaints of pain and properly explained his reasons for finding that they were not entirely credible. When a claimant complains that pain or other subjective symptoms are a significant factor limiting his or her ability to work, and those complaints are not fully supported by medical evidence contained in the record, the ALJ must consider additional evidence, such as the claimant's prior work record; daily activities; location, duration, freguency, and intensity of pain; precipitating and aggravating factors; type, dosage, effectiveness, and side effects of any medication taken to alleviate pain or other symptoms; treatment, other than medication, received for relief of pain or other symptoms; any measures used, past or present, to relieve pain or other symptoms; and other factors concerning functional limitations and restrictions due to pain. 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(3); Avery v. Secretary of Health and Human Services, 797 F.2d 19, 23 (1st Cir. 1986). The ALJ need not, however, take a plaintiff's subjective complaints at face value. See Bianchi v. Secretary of Health and Human Services, 764 F.2d 44, 45 (1st Cir. 1985).

Section 404.1529(a) requires medical signs and laboratory findings showing an impairment that could reasonably be expected to produce the claimant’s alleged pain or other symptoms, considered with all other evidence, before those symptoms can establish disability.

Sanchez v. Chater · filed 1997-05-13(a)

In addition, the Commissioner will consider statements about a claimant’s pain or other symptoms, but they alone will not establish that the claimant is disabled. There must be medical signs and laboratory findings which show that the claimant has a medical impairment which could “reasonably be expected to produce the pain or other symptoms alleged and which, when considered with all of the other evidence ... would lead to a conclusion that [the claimant is] disabled.” 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(a) (1996).

Section 404.1529 requires the ALJ to consider a claimant’s pain at every step once a medically determinable impairment could reasonably produce it, and credible pain complaints diminish the claimant’s capacity to work.

Gorton v. Callahan, SSA · filed 1998-01-20(d), (c)(4)

Once a medically determinable impairment is documented, the effects of pain must be considered at each step of the sequential evaluation process. See 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(d) (1997). ... If the complaints of pain are found to be credible under the criteria, the pain will be determined to diminish the claimant’s capacity to work. See 42 U.S.C.A. § 423(d) (West Supp. 1997); 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(4) (1997).

Section 404.1529(a) provides that a claimant’s statements about pain or other symptoms alone do not establish disability.

Branson v. Callahan · filed 1998-04-21(a)

The regulations governing evaluation of pain and other subjective conditions, however, are clear in that a plaintiff's "statements about ... pain or other symptoms will not alone establish that you are disabled.” 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(a).

The regulation requires the ALJ to consider the effects of pain at every step and to evaluate specified factors when assessing a claimant's pain allegations.

Potter v. SSA · filed 1998-07-23(c)(3), (d)

Once a medically determinable impairment is documented, the effects of pain must be considered at each step of the sequential evaluation process. See 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(d). To determine the credibility of the claimant's allegations of pain, the ALJ must consider: (1) the nature, location, onset, frequency, duration, radiation, and intensity of the pain; (2) any precipitating and aggravating factors; (3) the type, dosage, effectiveness, and adverse side-effects of any pain medications; (4) any nonmedication forms of treatment for pain relief; (5) any functional restrictions; and (6) the claimant's daily activities. See Avery, supra, 797 F.2d at 29; 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529; see C.F.R. § 404.1529(c)(3).

Section 404.1529 requires the ALJ to consider a claimant’s subjective complaints of pain and other symptoms against the treatment history and medical evidence when evaluating disability.

Eastman v. Barnhart · filed 2003-01-23

The ALJ considered the claimant’s subjective complaints, as he is required to do. He found explicitly that even though the claimant has some discomfort in his neck, shoulders and legs, his testimony as to the degree of his discomfort lacked credibility. The ALJ found the claimant’s testimony not credible because it conflicted with the actual treatment of his condition and the medical evidence. Such a determination was well within the discretion of the ALJ.

Section 404.1529 requires objective medical evidence of a condition that could reasonably be expected to cause the alleged pain, but it does not require objective proof of the pain itself.

Pritchett v. Barnhart · filed 2003-09-09

While both the regulations and the Hand standard require objective medical evidence of a condition that could reasonably be expected to cause the pain alleged, neither requires objective proof of the pain itself. Thus under both the regulations and the first (objectively identifiable condition) and third (reasonably expected to cause pain alleged) parts of the Hand standard a claimant who can shotu that his condition could reasonably be expected to give rise to the pain he alleges has established a claim of disability and is not required to produce additional, objective proof of the pain itself See 20 CFR §§ 404.1529 and 416.929; Hale at 1011.

Section 404.1529 requires objective medical evidence of a condition that could reasonably be expected to cause the alleged pain, but it does not require objective proof of the pain itself.

Bennett v. Barnhart · filed 2003-10-22

Thus under both the regulations and the first (objectively identifiable condition) and third (reasonably expected to cause pain alleged) parts of the Hand standard a claimant who can show that his condition could reasonably be expected to give rise to the pain he alleges has established a claim of disability and is not required to produce additional, objective proof of the pain itself. See 20 CFR §§ 404.1529 and 416.929; Hale at 1011.

Section 404.1529 allows a claimant to establish the basis for disabling pain by showing an objectively identifiable condition that could reasonably be expected to cause the alleged pain, without additional objective proof of the pain itself.

Holman v. Barnhart · filed 2004-04-05

Thus under both the regulations and the first (objectively identifiable condition) and third (reasonably expected to cause pain alleged) parts of the Hand standard a claimant who can shoiv that his condition could reasonably be expected to give rise to the pain he alleges has established a claim of disability and is not required to produce additional, objective proof of the pain itself See 20 CFR §§ 404.1529 and 416.929; Hale at 1011.

Section 404.1529 requires the SSA to evaluate all symptoms, including pain, against objective medical evidence and other evidence; symptoms alone do not establish disability without medical signs or laboratory findings showing an impairment reasonably expected to produce them.

Davis v. Astrue · filed 2009-03-18

The SSA “consider[s] all [of a claimant’s] symptoms, including pain, and the extent to which [her] symptoms can reasonably be accepted as consistent with the objective medical evidence and other evidence.” 20 C.F.R. § 404.1529(a). ... As discussed above, the ALJ found that plaintiff’s fibromyalgia is a medically-determinable physical impairment that reasonably could be expected to produce pain. However, he found that the severity of the pain was disproportionate to the objective findings in the record and, therefore, was not supported by the medical evidence. The ALJ discussed at length the inconsistencies in the record as to plaintiff’s functional abilities and his assessment of plaintiff’s credibility, particularly with respect to her description of the intensity, persistence and limiting effects of pain and other symptoms.

Section 404.1529(a) provides that a claimant's statements about pain or other symptoms alone do not establish disability.

Hohnberger v. Commissioner of Social Security · filed 2015-10-29(a)

As the relevant Social Security regulations make clear, however, a claimant’s “statements about [his] pain or other symptoms will not alone establish that [he is] disabled.”

Section 404.1529(c)(2) requires an ALJ evaluating subjective complaints of pain to consider the claimant's daily activities, the characteristics of the pain, precipitating and aggravating factors, medication, and other pain-relief treatment in relation to the medical and other evidence.

Bell v. Social Security Administration · filed 2019-08-07(c)(2)

When analyzing the claimant’s subjective complaints of pain, the ALJ must also consider the following factors and how they relate to the medical and other evidence in the record: the claimant’s daily activities; the location, duration, frequency, and intensity of claimant’s pain; the precipitating and aggravating factors; the type, dosage, and effect of medication; and the other treatment or measures to relieve pain. See Felisky v. Bowen, 35 F.3d 1027, 1039 (6th Cir. 1994), construing 20 CFR § 404.1529(c)(2).

Section 404.1529 requires the ALJ to evaluate the intensity, persistence, and limiting effects of a claimant’s symptoms and consider inconsistencies between the claimant’s statements and the record.

King v. Social Security Administration, Commissioner · filed 2019-12-18(c)(4)

If a claimant satisfies the first part of the test, the ALJ must evaluate their intensity, persistence, and effect on the claimant’s ability to work. See 42 U.S.C. § 423(d)(5)(A); 20 C.F.R. §§ 404.1529(c) & (d); 416.929(c) & (d). While evaluating the evidence, the ALJ must consider whether inconsistencies exist within the evidence or between the claimant’s statements and the evidence, including his history, medical signs and laboratory findings, and statements by medical sources or other sources about how his symptoms affect him. 20 C.F.R. §§ 404.1529(c)(4) & 416.929(c)(4).