With over 20 years of legal experience, Randy supervises a team of attorneys and legal staff who annually litigate hundreds of mesothelioma cases throughout the United States.
With numerous cases brought to trial in recent years, Randy and his team have secured over two billion in settlements and verdicts across various states and industries for thousands of families and individuals harmed by mesothelioma. His commitment to his clients is unwavering, as he ensures each case receives personal attention and thorough investigation.
Randy has a remarkable track record in asbestos litigation, exemplified by a notable $2.86 million verdict in Delaware for the family of a factory worker diagnosed with mesothelioma. His exposure to asbestos-laden talc powder during his 40-year career at a plumbing fixture factory resulted in his tragic demise. Randy and his legal team’s exhaustive efforts proved the talc’s contamination, leading to one of the largest asbestos verdicts against a single defendant in Delaware.
Another recent client, a retired U.S. Air Force plumber and pipefitter diagnosed with mesothelioma, benefited from Randy’s dedicated advocacy. Despite the challenging circumstances, Randy and his team prepared the case for trial, ultimately securing significant settlements that provided financial security for the client’s family.
Randy’s experience spans various professions and industries, including the U.S. Navy, manufacturing, construction and automotive sectors. He has successfully represented clients like a former U.S. Navy mechanic diagnosed with mesothelioma due to asbestos exposure during his service. Despite initial financial hardships, Randy secured a settlement that eased his financial burdens and provided for his family’s future.
Each case presents its own set of challenges, as demonstrated by a particularly complex case involving a refinery insulator who passed away before being diagnosed with mesothelioma. Despite these obstacles, Randy and his team conducted a thorough investigation, uncovering crucial evidence and securing a substantial settlement for the family.
Randy is dedicated to staying abreast of developments in asbestos litigation, as he frequently speaks at legal conferences, sharing insights on topics like take-home asbestos exposure and best practices for litigating asbestos cases. A leader in the industry, Randy was named to Thomson Reuters’ Illinois Super Lawyers® list from 2015 to 2023 and recognized by the Illinois Rising Stars® list between 2012 and 2014.
- Illinois
- Missouri
- Utah
- Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago -Kent College of Law, Juris Doctorate
- Indiana University, Bachelor of Arts (Political Science)
- American Bar Association
- American Association of Justice-Board of Governors
- Illinois Trial Lawyers Association-Executive Committee