Accident benefits application dismissed for lack of evidence after applicant passed away and no submissions filed.
The applicant sought statutory accident benefits following a motor vehicle accident but passed away before the written hearing.
The applicant's representative withdrew after being unable to locate an estate trustee to provide instructions.
As no submissions or evidence were filed on behalf of the deceased applicant, the Tribunal proceeded with the hearing pursuant to s. 7(2) of the Statutory Powers Procedure Act.
The Tribunal found the applicant failed to meet the evidentiary burden to demonstrate a catastrophic impairment or entitlement to the disputed benefits.
The application was dismissed.
OLATOntario Licence Appeal TribunalJun 19, 2025