The applicant sought statutory accident benefits following a motor vehicle accident, disputing the insurer's determination that his injuries fell within the Minor Injury Guideline (MIG).
The hearing proceeded in writing.
The applicant filed his submissions late and failed to properly index or pinpoint the medical evidence in his brief.
The Tribunal found that the applicant failed to meet his burden of proof to demonstrate that his injuries warranted removal from the MIG or that the disputed treatment plans were reasonable and necessary.
The application was dismissed.
The Tribunal also declined to award costs to the respondent, finding the applicant's late filing was due to inadvertence rather than bad faith.
