Teri Pereira

The applicant sought statutory accident benefits following a motor vehicle accident, including income replacement benefits (IRBs) and various medical and rehabilitation treatment plans.

The Tribunal found that the applicant, a personal support worker, suffered a substantial inability to perform the essential tasks of her employment and was entitled to pre-104 week IRBs.

However, the applicant was not entitled to post-104 week IRBs as she was currently employed as a Lab Patient Technician, demonstrating she did not suffer a complete inability to engage in suitable employment.

The Tribunal dismissed the claims for the proposed treatment plans and assessments, finding insufficient corroborating medical evidence to prove they were reasonable and necessary.

The claim for a special award was also dismissed as there was no evidence the insurer unreasonably withheld or delayed benefits.

The applicant sought statutory accident benefits following a motor vehicle accident, claiming catastrophic impairment due to mental and behavioural disorders.

The Tribunal found the applicant catastrophically impaired under Criterion 8, as her psychological impairments significantly impeded useful functioning in concentration, persistence, and pace.

The Tribunal awarded post-104 income replacement benefits and partial attendant care benefits, but denied the disputed treatment plans as the applicant failed to establish they were reasonable and necessary.