The applicant sought statutory accident benefits following a motor vehicle accident, including income replacement benefits (IRBs), medical benefits, and an award for unreasonable delay.
The Tribunal found the applicant suffered from accident-related chronic pain syndrome and adjustment disorder, which caused a substantial inability to perform the essential tasks of her pre-accident employment as a general labourer.
Consequently, she was awarded pre-104-week IRBs.
However, the Tribunal denied post-104-week IRBs, finding she did not suffer a complete inability to engage in reasonably suited employment, given her ongoing college studies and completion of a practicum in mental health counselling.
The Tribunal also approved treatment plans for chiropractic services, physiotherapy, and a chronic pain assessment, preferring the applicant's medical evidence over the respondent's assessors.
Claims for costs and a special award were dismissed, but interest on overdue benefits was granted.
