Dr. Eugene W. Hewchuk

The applicant sought a non-earner benefit following a motor vehicle accident.

The Licence Appeal Tribunal dismissed the application, finding that the applicant failed to prove she suffered a complete inability to carry on a normal life.

The adjudicator noted that the applicant had returned to her pre-accident employment as a practical nurse, increased her hours to full-time, and failed to provide sufficient particulars regarding her pre-accident activities and how her pain practically prevented her from engaging in them.

As no benefits were payable, the claim for interest was also dismissed.

The applicant sought statutory accident benefits following a motor vehicle accident.

The respondent denied various treatment plans and income replacement benefits, asserting the applicant's injuries fell within the Minor Injury Guideline (MIG).

The Tribunal found the applicant failed to prove on a balance of probabilities that he sustained a psychological impairment or chronic pain warranting removal from the MIG.

The Tribunal preferred the respondent's expert evidence, which was consistent with the family physician's records showing no psychological complaints and a return to full-time work.

The claim for income replacement benefits was dismissed because the applicant failed to submit a completed Disability Certificate prior to the period claimed.

The application was dismissed in its entirety.