In a prior decision, the Tribunal held that the claimant’s injuries were minor, and subject to the $3,500 MIG limit. The claimant reapplied to the tribunal, seeking an income replacement benefit and entitlement to treatment plans. The claimant asserted that his condition had worsened, and provided updated medical records. The insurer argued that the applicability of the coverage limit had already been previously decided by the tribunal. Vice Chair Flude held that the claimant failed to establish a material change occurred in his condition that would change the Tribunal’s previous decision. The claimant’s records did not establish that his condition deteriorated. The claimant’s back issues were largely unchanged, the imaging studies showed no change, and the claimant’s physiatrist did not change his recommendation despite numerous visits. However, the claim for IRBs was permitted to proceed.
