Application for accident benefits dismissed as injuries fell within the Minor Injury Guideline.
The applicant sought statutory accident benefits following a motor vehicle accident.
The respondent denied certain chiropractic treatment plans on the basis that the applicant's injuries fell within the Minor Injury Guideline (MIG).
The applicant argued that he suffered from post-concussive syndrome, psychological impairments, and chronic pain, which should remove him from the MIG.
The Tribunal found that the applicant failed to provide compelling medical evidence to support these diagnoses, noting that diagnosing psychological conditions and chronic pain was outside the scope of his chiropractor's practice.
Relying on the respondent's expert reports, the Tribunal concluded the injuries were predominantly minor.
The application for treatment plans and interest was dismissed.
OLATOntario Licence Appeal TribunalJun 20, 2022
