Non-earner benefit denied; psychological treatment costs including interpretation fees granted as reasonable and necessary.
The applicant sought statutory accident benefits following a motor vehicle accident, including a non-earner benefit and costs for psychological assessments and services.
The Licence Appeal Tribunal found that the applicant did not meet the test for a non-earner benefit, as he failed to demonstrate a complete inability to carry on a normal life.
However, the Tribunal granted the costs for the psychological assessment and services, finding that the additional hours billed for interpretation services and planning due to the applicant's language barrier were reasonable and necessary.
The applicant's claim for a special award under section 10 of Regulation 664 was dismissed, as the insurer's conduct was not found to be unreasonable.
OLATOntario Licence Appeal TribunalJun 27, 2025
