Applicant removed from Minor Injury Guideline due to chronic pain; physical therapy and chronic pain assessment approved.
The applicant sought statutory accident benefits following a motor vehicle accident.
The respondent denied several treatment plans, arguing the applicant's injuries fell within the Minor Injury Guideline (MIG).
The Tribunal found that the applicant suffered from chronic pain with functional impairment, warranting removal from the MIG.
The Tribunal approved treatment plans for physiotherapy, chiropractic services, and a chronic pain assessment, finding them reasonable and necessary.
However, a proposed psychological assessment was denied due to insufficient evidence of an accident-related psychological condition.
The Tribunal also awarded interest on overdue benefits but declined to order a special award, finding the respondent's conduct was not unreasonable.
OLATOntario Licence Appeal TribunalJun 27, 2025
