Applicant awarded ongoing income replacement and medical benefits for chronic pain and depression following motor vehicle accident.
The applicant was injured in a motor vehicle accident and sought statutory accident benefits, including income replacement benefits and supplementary medical expenses.
The insurer terminated her income replacement benefits, arguing she had recovered and could return to her pre-accident employment as a meat packer.
The arbitrator found that the applicant suffered from chronic pain syndrome and a major depressive disorder caused by the accident, rendering her substantially unable to perform the essential tasks of her employment.
The arbitrator preferred the evidence of the applicant's treating practitioners and experts over the insurer's assessors.
The applicant was awarded ongoing income replacement benefits, supplementary medical expenses, and interest on overdue benefits.
OFSCDRSOntario Financial Services Commission - Dispute Resolution ServicesFeb 15, 2001
