Applicant v. Aviva Insurance Company (17-006910)

The claimant sought a death benefit in relation to the death of her adult child. Adjudicator Norris concluded that the deceased was principally dependent for care on the claimant due to mental disability and diabetes. The claimant was the principal provider of social and emotional support for the deceased and regularly spoke to the deceased by telephone. The claimant also provided housekeeping assistance and dietary assistance. Death benefits were therefore awarded.