Education disability benefits do not compensate for loss of future career opportunity under the Schedule.
The applicant was injured in a motor vehicle accident and claimed ongoing weekly and lump sum education disability benefits under the Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule.
She argued that her back injuries prevented her from pursuing her intended career as a nurse, constituting a substantial inability to continue her education.
The arbitrator held that the Schedule does not compensate for loss of future career opportunity and found she was able to continue her post-secondary education in other fields.
However, the arbitrator found she suffered a partial inability to carry on a normal life for a limited period due to restrictions on her mobility activities, awarding weekly benefits for that closed period.
OFSCDRSOntario Financial Services Commission - Dispute Resolution ServicesAug 14, 1998
