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Delaware high court rejects worker’s dental comp claim - Business Insurance Skip to content Register for free Search Search Log In Risk Management Cyber Risks Pricing Trends Mergers & Acquisitions Technology Sponsored Content WSIA RISKWORLD Workers Comp & Safety Workers Comp Cost Control Pain Management Workplace Safety International EMEA Asia-Pacific Latin America People Events BI Intelligence Top 100 Agents & Brokers Best Places to Work 2026 Lists Directories Insurance Pricing BI Stock Index Magazine Current Issue Past Issues Subscribe Women to Watch ALL INsurance Resources Risk Perspectives Sponsored Content Webinars White Papers Risk Management Cyber Risks Pricing Trends Mergers & Acquisitions Technology Sponsored Content WSIA RISKWORLD Workers Comp & Safety Workers Comp Cost Control Pain Management Workplace Safety International EMEA Asia-Pacific Latin America People Events BI Intelligence Top 100 Agents & Brokers Best Places to Work 2026 Lists Directories Insurance Pricing BI Stock Index Magazine Current Issue Past Issues Subscribe Women to Watch ALL INsurance Resources Risk Perspectives Sponsored Content Webinars White Papers Risk Management Cyber Risks Pricing Trends Mergers & Acquisitions Technology Sponsored Content WSIA RISKWORLD Workers Comp & Safety Workers Comp Cost Control Pain Management Workplace Safety International EMEA Asia-Pacific Latin America People Events BI Intelligence Top 100 Agents & Brokers Best Places to Work 2026 Lists Directories Insurance Pricing BI Stock Index Magazine Current Issue Past Issues Subscribe Women to Watch ALL INsurance Resources Risk Perspectives Sponsored Content Webinars White Papers Risk Management Cyber Risks Pricing Trends Mergers & Acquisitions Technology Sponsored Content WSIA RISKWORLD Workers Comp & Safety Workers Comp Cost Control Pain Management Workplace Safety International EMEA Asia-Pacific Latin America People Events BI Intelligence Top 100 Agents & Brokers Best Places to Work 2026 Lists Directories Insurance Pricing BI Stock Index Magazine Current Issue Past Issues Subscribe Women to Watch ALL INsurance Resources Risk Perspectives Sponsored Content Webinars White Papers Delaware high court rejects worker’s dental comp claim by Gavin Souter Workers Comp Coverage Oct 6, 2026 The Delaware Supreme Court upheld the denial of workers compensation benefits to a worker who sought coverage for dental problems that developed more than a decade after he was struck in the head by a falling tree limb. In Peed v. Essential Staffing Inc. , the state’s high court Monday affirmed lower decisions that Craig Peed failed to show that problems with his lower teeth were caused by his 2012 workplace accident. Mr. Peed suffered serious injuries and received total disability benefits after the accident. Several years later, his upper teeth began fracturing at the gum line, and the Delaware Industrial Accident Board found the damage was related to the accident. Essential Staffing’s workers comp insurer paid for treatment. In 2023, Mr. Peed developed problems with his lower teeth, which had worn down significantly. His dentist testified that crowns on his upper teeth had worn down the lower teeth and that the deterioration was also consistent with a lack of dental care while Mr. Peed was in a coma after the accident. An employer expert disputed those conclusions. The IAB denied additional benefits, crediting the employer’s expert, and the Superior Court affirmed that decision. The Supreme Court rejected Mr. Peed’s argument that the IAB’s earlier causation findings precluded it from reaching a different conclusion. The earlier proceeding concerned his upper teeth, while the latest claim involved his lower teeth and presented a different causation issue, the court said. The court also ruled that substantial evidence supported the IAB’s decision. Related News AmTrust launches treaty property reinsurance unit October 6, 2026 What a way to reject a lawsuit October 6, 2026 AI-backed criminals change strategies in cyberattacks October 6, 2026 Starbucks sued over ‘sugar-free’ claims for protein beverages October 6, 2026 Ascot hires former Everest execs October 6, 2026 Broker facilities expand as tech, alternative capital reshape capacity October 6, 2026 Sanlam seeks full ownership of Santam October 6, 2026 Clear Group acquires wholesale broker and MGA October 6, 2026 Bajaj Finserv plans reinsurance entry October 6, 2026 Facebook-f X-twitter Linkedin-in Business Insurance is a singular, authoritative news and information source for executives focused upon risk management, risk transfer and risk financing. Never miss important news: Become a Business Insurance Online subscriber today Subscribe Now Information About Us Contact Advertise Privacy Policy Terms & Conditions Copyright 2026. BUSINESS INSURANCE HOLDINGS Member, Beacon International Group, Ltd.
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