Applicant's injuries fall outside the Minor Injury Guideline; entitled to treatment and specific periods of IRBs.
The Applicant sought statutory accident benefits following a motor vehicle accident.
The Respondent denied certain benefits, arguing the Applicant's injuries fell within the Minor Injury Guideline (MIG).
The Tribunal found that the Applicant's injuries, which included an exacerbation of pre-existing psychological issues and ongoing pain, fell outside the MIG.
The Tribunal ordered the Respondent to pay for chiropractic and psychological treatment plans, but denied a chronic pain assessment plan.
The Applicant was also awarded income replacement benefits for specific periods when she was substantially unable to perform the essential tasks of her employment as an esthetician.
Claims for an award under Regulation 664 were dismissed.
OLATOntario Licence Appeal TribunalMay 6, 2022