The Bay City Defoe Shipyard Asbestos Cases involve serious illnesses suffered by workers exposed to asbestos during shipbuilding operations in Michigan. Defoe Shipbuilding Company, located along the Saginaw River in Bay City, was one of many World War II–era shipyards that used asbestos-containing materials in nearly every vessel it built.
From boiler rooms to engine spaces, lagging, gaskets, valves, pumps, and insulation materials all contributed to long-term asbestos exposure. Many machinists, welders, electricians, pipefitters, and marine laborers who worked at Defoe in the 1940s through the 1970s later developed mesothelioma or other asbestos-related diseases.
You’re Not Alone — Legal Help for Families
If your loved one worked at Defoe Shipyard and later developed mesothelioma or lung cancer, you may have the right to compensation. Filing a claim does not cost anything upfront, and there are still active trust funds and legal options available even decades after exposure occurred.
These cases are not just old history. The damage from asbestos takes 20–50 years to appear, and we’re seeing cases now from men who worked at Defoe between 1965 and 1979. If this applies to your family, do not wait.
Frequently Asked Questions about Defoe Shipyard Asbestos Cases
Who qualifies for a Defoe Shipbuilding asbestos claim?
Anyone who worked at the Bay City Defoe Shipyard and was later diagnosed with mesothelioma, lung cancer, or another asbestos-related illness may be eligible. In many cases, families can file wrongful death claims on behalf of deceased loved ones.
What if my loved one has passed away?
You can still pursue compensation as a surviving spouse, child, or estate representative. Many successful asbestos cases are filed after the worker has passed.
Is there a deadline to file?
Yes. Michigan law has a strict statute of limitations for filing asbestos lawsuits. Call today to make sure your case is preserved before time runs out.
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Attorney Lee W. Davis has handled over 3,200 asbestos cases, including many in Bay City and across Michigan. You won’t pay a penny unless we win. Call now (412) 781-0525 or use our confidential contact form to get started.
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