Applicant removed from Minor Injury Guideline due to chronic pain; disputed treatment plans approved.
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 respondent failed to file written submissions by the extended deadline, and its late reply submissions were excluded.
The Tribunal found that the applicant's physical injuries and chronic pain warranted removal from the MIG, relying on medical reports diagnosing chronic pain syndrome and ongoing physical impairments.
The Tribunal ordered the respondent to pay for the disputed physiotherapy services and a chronic pain assessment, finding them reasonable and necessary, along with interest on overdue payments.
OLATOntario Licence Appeal TribunalMay 2, 2023
