Applicant removed from Minor Injury Guideline due to psychological impairment; partial treatment benefits awarded.
The applicant sought statutory accident benefits following a motor vehicle accident.
The respondent denied funding for psychological and chiropractic treatment, arguing the applicant sustained predominantly minor injuries subject to the $3,500 limit under the Minor Injury Guideline.
The Tribunal found the applicant sustained a psychological impairment, removing him from the Minor Injury Guideline.
The Tribunal awarded the cost of a psychological assessment and partially awarded the costs for psychological and chiropractic treatment, finding that the applicant had recovered substantially over time.
The claim for an award under s. 10 of Regulation 664 was dismissed, as the respondent's conduct was not unreasonable.
OLATOntario Licence Appeal TribunalMay 5, 2023
