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Dentists file class action lawsuits against Delta Dental in four states. Dentists have filed new class action lawsuits against Delta Dental organizations in four states, seeking class-wide relief under state law while a federal antitrust case continues on an individual basis. The complaints, filed April 30 in California, Wisconsin, Michigan and Massachusetts state courts, allege that Delta Dental entities engaged in anticompetitive conduct that suppressed reimbursement rates paid to dentists and limited competition in dental insurance markets. The new filings follow developments in the federal case, which has been pending since 2019. Recently, in September 2025, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois denied certification of a nationwide class. The plaintiffs sought to appeal that decision, but the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit declined to permit immediate review. In January 2026, the trial court also denied a request to amend the complaint to add state-based class claims and instead moved forward with the case on the individual federal claims of the named plaintiffs. State lawsuits filed The four state complaints were brought by dental providers against the Delta Dental entity operating in that state. The complaints can be accessed here: California, Wisconsin, Michigan and Massachusetts. Each lawsuit seeks to represent a class of dentists and dental practices within that state that participate in Delta Dental networks. According to the complaints, the cases pursue statewide class claims following the federal court's decisions declining to certify a nationwide class and declining to incorporate state classes into the federal proceedings. The complaints state that the federal court did not address the merits of the state-based class claims. Allegations mirror federal case The state complaints are based on issues similar to those raised in the ongoing federal litigation. They allege that Delta Dental entities agreed not to compete with one another across geographic territories and instead operated within assigned service areas. The complaints also assert that Delta Dental organizations coordinated policies and practices that reduced reimbursement rates paid to dentists, including through the sharing of pricing-related information. Across all four states, the complaints assert that Delta Dental organizations hold substantial market share - generally described as exceeding 50% - and that this position allows them to influence reimbursement levels and conditions for participation in their networks. Alleged impact on dentists The complaints state that participating dentists have limited ability to opt out of Delta Dental networks because of the size of Delta's insured population in each state. As described in the filings, providers must either accept the reimbursement rates offered under Delta Dental participation agreements or risk losing access to a significant portion of their patient base. Plaintiffs further allege that reimbursement rates have been reduced or maintained below market levels over time, even as insurance premiums increased. Proposed classes and claims Each complaint seeks certification of statewide classes of dental providers, including dentists and dental practices that participated in Delta Dental networks during the relevant time period. The lawsuits seek both injunctive relief and monetary damages, including treble damages where permitted by state law. The complaints also request additional remedies such as restitution and measures aimed at restoring competition. Federal case continues The new state filings do not replace the federal antitrust case involving Delta Dental organizations. That case, filed in 2019, remains ongoing on individual claims. The newly filed state lawsuits represent a path for plaintiffs seeking class-based relief on behalf of Delta providers in those states, with a focus on competitive conditions and reimbursement practices within individual states. ADA News will continue to update members when there are developments in these cases.

NYDFS fines Delta Dental $2.25M over MOVEit data breach. By Allison Grande ( May 1, 2026, 10:28 PM EDT) - Delta Dental has agreed to pay $2. 25 million to resolve the New York financial regulator's claims that the insurer maintained inadequate cybersecurity and breach response measures that enabled hackers to obtain access to files sent through the MOVEit transfer tool containing its customers' personal information... Law360 is on it, so you are, too. A Law360 subscription puts you at the center of fast-moving legal issues, trends and developments so you can act with speed and confidence. Over 200 articles are published daily across more than 60 topics, industries, practice areas and jurisdictions. A Law360 subscription includes features such as * Daily newsletters * Expert analysis * Mobile app * Advanced search * Judge information * Real-time alerts * 450K+ searchable archived articles Experience Law360 today with a free 7-day trial. Attached documents. Related sections. Law firms. Companies. Government agencies. Judge analytics. powered by Lex Machina(R) There's been a notable vibe shift around artificial intelligence in the legal industry as firms and corporate legal departments push for widespread adoption of AI tools. Here's what the latest Law360 Pulse survey found.

Brookdale receives $100,000 grant to strengthen dental workforce training. April 9, 2026 Brookdale Community College has been awarded a $100,000 grant from Delta Dental to support its Dental Assistant and Dental Radiology programs, further advancing the College's commitment to workforce development in the healthcare sector. Approved by the Foundation Board and awarded in January 2026, the single-year grant will help expand training opportunities for students preparing to enter high-demand dental careers. The funding will support program resources, hands-on learning experiences, and workforce readiness initiatives designed to meet the growing need for skilled dental professionals across New Jersey. While Brookdale initially requested a multi-year award, the Foundation noted that adjustments were made across its grant portfolio to maximize impact statewide. The $100,000 investment reflects continued confidence in Brookdale's programming and its role in strengthening the regional dental workforce. Brookdale's Dental Assistant and Dental Radiology programs provide students with practical, career-focused training that leads directly to employment opportunities in dental offices, clinics, and healthcare settings. The grant will help ensure students have access to up-to-date equipment, industry-relevant instruction, and pathways into sustainable careers. This latest funding builds on Brookdale's expanding efforts in healthcare education, including its broader commitment to addressing workforce shortages through innovative training programs and community partnerships. With support from Delta Dental, Brookdale continues to create opportunities for students while helping meet critical healthcare needs across the region.