The applicant, who suffered a traumatic brain injury and mobility issues after being struck by a vehicle as a pedestrian, sought $415,334.00 in statutory accident benefits for extensive home modifications.
The proposed modifications included an elevator, a therapy room, and wheelchair-accessible features.
The Licence Appeal Tribunal found that the majority of the proposed modifications were not reasonable or necessary because they were predicated on the applicant using a wheelchair, whereas she actually used a walker.
The Tribunal approved modifications for a rear entrance, deck, intercom, and alarm system, but denied the elevator and additions.
The Tribunal also dismissed the applicant's claim for a special award, finding the insurer acted reasonably.
