Civil Resolution Tribunal (British Columbia) — Accident Benefits case law
Judgments from the Civil Resolution Tribunal (British Columbia) — Accident Benefits with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions. The original content is public and official; the summaries and analysis are produced by VadeLab's technology.
Claimant's Request for Additional Caregiver Benefits and Compensation Dismissed
The claimant requested additional caregiver benefits and permanent impairment compensation after a car accident. The Civil Resolution Tribunal dismissed the claim because the claimant did not provide enough evidence to prove her son's inability to hold employment.
Request for Additional Accident Benefits Dismissed
Tribunal dismisses accident benefits claim for being out of time
CRT Rules Lack of Jurisdiction Over Alberta-Based Insurer Providing Accident Benefits
The Civil Resolution Tribunal ruled it lacked jurisdiction to hear a dispute involving accident benefits provided by an Alberta-based insurer under an Alberta policy. The claimant sought reinstatement of benefits and reimbursement of expenses, but the CRT determined it lacked jurisdiction based on the insurer's status and the policy's origin.
Request for Additional ADL Benefits Due to Torn Rotator Cuff Denied
The claimant requested additional ADL benefits due to a torn rotator cuff but was denied by the Civil Resolution Tribunal. The Tribunal ruled the injury was not categorized as a catastrophic injury under the legislation.
Request for Income Replacement Benefits Following Accidents Rejected
A worker sought income replacement benefits after being involved in two car accidents in 2024. The insurer argued that the worker had returned to full-time work and was therefore not entitled to further benefits. The Civil Resolution Tribunal ruled that the worker had not proven he was unable to perform his job duties and dismissed the claim.
Claim for Income Replacement Benefits and Permanent Impairment Compensation Dismissed
Minor's Loss-of-Studies Benefits Claim Dismissed by Civil Resolution Tribunal
A minor's mother, acting as litigation guardian, claimed loss-of-studies benefits after her child was involved in a car accident. The Civil Resolution Tribunal ruled against the claim, stating the minor was still able to continue studies at home and online.
Insured Person Denied Income Replacement Benefits Due to Sick Pay
A woman sought income replacement benefits after being in a car accident, but the Civil Resolution Tribunal denied her claim because her sick pay from her job fully covered her lost wages.
Claimant's Request for Additional Accident Benefits Dismissed by Civil Resolution Tribunal
In a recent case, the claimant asked for more health care treatments and income replacement benefits after being in a car accident. The Civil Resolution Tribunal decided that the claimant did not prove the need for extra health care treatments and dismissed the claim for activities of daily living benefits, stating the claimant was still able to perform daily tasks.
Suspension of Accident Benefits Due to Non-Compliance
Claimant's Accident Benefits Claim Dismissed by Civil Resolution Tribunal
The Civil Resolution Tribunal dismissed a claimant's application for accident benefits, including health care, income replacement, and permanent impairment compensation, due to insufficient evidence provided by the claimant.
Civil Resolution Tribunal Denies Claimant's Requests for Accident Benefits
Partial Relief Granted for Accident Benefits Claim
Request for Additional Accident Benefits Denied Due to Insufficient Evidence
The Civil Resolution Tribunal denied a claimant's request for additional healthcare and rehabilitation benefits after an accident. The denial was based on the lack of sufficient evidence proving the need for these benefits.
Claimant's Request for Accident Benefits and Injunction Denied
The Civil Resolution Tribunal denied the claimant's request for accident benefits and an injunction against the insurer. The claimant failed to provide sufficient evidence to prove entitlement to further benefits.
Civil Resolution Tribunal Rejects Non-Earner's Claim for Income Replacement Benefits
The Civil Resolution Tribunal denied a claimant's request for income replacement benefits because she could not prove she would have found work if she hadn't been in an accident.