Dr. James Steward

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

The respondent denied the benefits, arguing the applicant's injuries fell within the Minor Injury Guideline (MIG).

The applicant claimed she suffered from psychological impairments and chronic pain warranting removal from the MIG.

The Tribunal found that the applicant did not prove she suffered from a psychological impairment or chronic pain caused by the accident, preferring the respondent's expert evidence and the clinical notes of the applicant's family doctor.

The Tribunal concluded the applicant's injuries remained within the MIG, dismissing the claims for the psychological assessment, an award, and interest.

The applicant sought statutory accident benefits following a motor vehicle accident, claiming her injuries fell outside the Minor Injury Guideline (MIG) due to chronic pain and psychological impairments.

The respondent denied the benefits, arguing the injuries were minor and the $3,500 MIG limit was exhausted.

The Tribunal found the applicant failed to prove her injuries warranted removal from the MIG, noting her treating physicians primarily diagnosed minor sprains and strains, and her psychological complaints arose over a year post-accident.

As the MIG limit was exhausted, the claims for further physiotherapy and psychological assessments were dismissed.