Illinois Mesothelioma Case Dismissed Based on Exclusive Remedy Provision

In a landmark ruling, Judge Stephen Stobbs dismissed a mesothelioma case against two HeplerBroom clients, citing Maryland’s exclusive remedy provision. The case involved Mr. Keyes, whose estate claimed asbestos exposure caused his illness. The court upheld the defendants’ protections, emphasizing the significance of state workers’ compensation laws in toxic tort cases and their potential impact on future claims.