Worker Hit by Tree Branch Gets Award for Tooth Extractions, Dental Implants

The West Virginia Supreme Court unanimously upheld an award to a worker for tooth extractions and dental implants after he was hit in the face by a tree branch. Case: Liberty Excavation LLC v. Cornell, No. 19-0475, 07/31/2020, published. Facts and procedural history: William Cornell worked for Liberty Excavation LLC as a laborer. He was struck in the face by a tree branch while at work on Aug. 10, 2017. Cornell went to the hospital complaining of jaw pain, several broken teeth and right clavicle pain. Testing showed he had a comminuted right mandibular body and symphysis fracture. Cor...