Illinois Federal Judge Dismisses Contribution Claim In Suit Over Train Fuel Spills

Mealey's (November 17, 2021, 1:37 PM EST) -- CHICAGO — An Illinois federal judge on Nov. 15 dismissed a contribution claim brought by a property owner alleging that the owner of a neighboring train servicing facility contaminated its property with fuel spills and releases of hazardous substances.  She allowed claims for cost recovery, trespass, private nuisance and negligence to proceed....