The applicant sought a non-earner benefit following a motor vehicle accident.
The respondent denied the claim, arguing the applicant's activity levels were already limited by pre-existing conditions and that she retained the physical capacity to perform light tasks.
The Tribunal found that while the applicant had pre-existing physical issues, the accident caused a psychological impairment (Adjustment Disorder with Mixed Anxiety and Depressed Mood) that continuously prevented her from engaging in substantially all of her pre-accident activities, particularly her role as a homemaker.
The Tribunal awarded the non-earner benefit from the date her psychological symptoms were first documented, along with interest.
The respondent's request for costs was denied.
