Dr. M. Elmpak

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

The respondent denied several treatment plans on the basis that the applicant's injuries fell within the Minor Injury Guideline (MIG).

The Tribunal found that the applicant's chronic back pain, which caused functional impairment, warranted removal from the MIG.

The Tribunal approved treatment plans for physiotherapy and a psychological assessment, finding them reasonable and necessary, but denied other plans for lack of evidence or because they were duplicative.

Interest was awarded on the overdue benefits.

The applicant sought statutory accident benefits following a motor vehicle accident, including chiropractic treatment, medication, and assessments for chronic pain and psychological impairments.

The respondent denied the benefits on the basis that the applicant's injuries fell within the Minor Injury Guideline (MIG) and the $3,500 limit.

The Tribunal found that the applicant failed to prove his injuries fell outside the MIG, rejecting claims of chronic pain syndrome, psychological impairment, and a pre-existing condition that prevented maximal recovery.

As the applicant had not exhausted the $3,500 limit, the disputed treatment plans and assessments were denied, and the application was dismissed.