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Whole Person Injury

Catastrophic Impairment Assessment Concerns



Last Updated: August 27 2026

Question: What does a whole person injury mean when determining whether an auto accident victim has a catastrophic impairment in Ontario?

Answer: Vagans Legal can help Ontario accident benefit claimants understand what a “whole person injury” means for catastrophic impairment, which typically involves medical evidence converting impacts to whole-person impairment under the Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule, and the functional impact on major body systems rather than just a localized injury.  This assessment matters because it can affect whether a claimant qualifies for higher limits and additional benefits tied to “catastrophic impairment.”  If you’re dealing with a disputed impairment outcome, Vagans Legal can review your records, help you frame the impairment evidence clearly, and guide your next steps so you can move forward with confidence.  Call (416) 473-8472 to get started.

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What Is Meant By a Whole Person Injury When Determining Whether a Person Suffered a Catastrophic Impairment?

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Understanding the Catastrophic Injury Definition Applicable to Certain Statutory Accident Benefit Coverage Limits

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