The applicant sought income replacement benefits and medical benefits following a motor vehicle accident.
The arbitrator found the applicant's testimony to be contradictory and lacking credibility, noting discrepancies regarding her medical treatment timeline, pre-existing injuries, and simultaneous receipt of Employment Insurance and income replacement benefits.
Relying on the medical evidence, including the insurer's orthopedic expert who found the applicant's pain was related to degenerative issues rather than the accident, the arbitrator concluded the applicant did not suffer a substantial inability to work.
All claims for benefits, a special award, and interest were dismissed.
