The defendant, State Farm, brought a summary judgment motion to dismiss the plaintiff's claim for chiropractic treatments and a declaration of entitlement to future medical rehabilitation benefits following a motor vehicle accident.
The court found the case appropriate for summary judgment, noting the small amount in question ($4,090) and the availability of expert evidence.
The court concluded that the plaintiff failed to demonstrate that the proposed chiropractic treatment plan was reasonable and necessary, as expert opinions emphasized active, self-directed rehabilitation over passive treatments.
The motion was allowed, and the plaintiff's claims were dismissed.
