Alexi Antonov

The applicant sought statutory accident benefits following a 2017 motor vehicle accident, claiming entitlement to a chronic pain treatment program, a neurological examination, and a psychological examination.

The respondent denied the treatment plans, arguing the applicant had reached maximum medical recovery and had no ongoing impairments.

The Tribunal found that the applicant's functional abilities, normal gait, and lack of reliance on pain medication undermined the need for the chronic pain program.

Furthermore, previous assessments had already concluded the applicant suffered no neurological or psychological impairments.

The application was dismissed in its entirety.

The applicant was injured in a motor vehicle accident and sought statutory accident benefits.

The respondent denied the claims on the basis that the applicant's injuries fell within the Minor Injury Guideline (MIG), limiting medical and rehabilitation benefits to $3,500.

The applicant argued that he suffered from psychological impairments and had multiple barriers to recovery that removed him from the MIG.

The Licence Appeal Tribunal found that the applicant failed to provide compelling medical evidence of a psychological injury or a pre-existing condition that would prevent maximal recovery within the MIG limit.

As the applicant's injuries were determined to be minor, the claims for additional treatment plans, assessments, and an award were dismissed.