If you own or manage a business and one of your employees has been diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related illness, you may be facing questions you never anticipated. Two of the most common compensation systems that come into play in these situations are workers’ compensation and asbestos trust funds. Understanding how they differ, how they interact, and what your obligations are as an employer can help you navigate a complicated legal and financial landscape. What Workers’ Compensation Covers Workers’ compensation is a state-mandated insurance program that provides benefits to employees who suffer work-related injuries or illnesses. In theory, it…