Arbitrator dismisses claims for ongoing disability benefits and expensive equipment, finding no substantial inability to perform essential tasks.
The Applicant was injured in a snowmobile accident and sought ongoing weekly disability benefits, caregiver benefits, and rehabilitation expenses under the No-Fault Benefits Schedule.
The arbitrator found that the Applicant did not suffer a substantial inability to perform his essential tasks, relying on his own testimony that he continued to engage in activities such as gardening, fishing, and driving, albeit with pain.
Claims for caregiver benefits and child care benefits were dismissed as the statutory criteria were not met.
The arbitrator also rejected claims for expensive equipment, including a truck and tractor, as unreasonable and not medically required, but allowed transportation expenses for a horticultural therapy consultation.
OFSCDRSOntario Financial Services Commission - Dispute Resolution ServicesMar 31, 1993
