Arbitration appeal dismissed; insured entitled to weekly benefits and compensation for housekeeping services provided by family.
The insurer appealed an arbitration order granting the insured weekly benefits and housekeeping expenses following a motor vehicle accident.
The insurer argued the arbitrator misconstrued medical evidence regarding the insured's ability to perform essential tasks and erred in awarding housekeeping expenses for services provided by family members.
The Director of Arbitrations dismissed the appeal, finding the arbitrator's conclusions on disability were supported by the evidence.
The Director also upheld the housekeeping award, confirming that paragraph 6(1)(f) of the Schedule allows compensation for reasonable services provided by family members when required for the insured's care or rehabilitation.
OFSCDRSOntario Financial Services Commission - Dispute Resolution ServicesJul 25, 1996
