What types of claims/complaints are filed against Occupational Therapists?
A significant number of complaints have been filed before the provincial regulatory bodies. Professional misconduct, alleged sexual abuse and sexual harassment are the most common complaints. Excessive billing, improper behavior or rudeness, and allegations of humiliation are also on the rise. Inaccurate or inadequate assessment of injury are the most common court cases brought against Occupational Therapists. Aggravated injury/fracture in the shoulder, back, or knee areas continue to play a dominant role in the cases that have occurred.
