What asbestos products were used at Detroit Diesel?

Gaskets, brake linings, and insulation were used in engines and boilers at Detroit Diesel, exposing workers to harmful asbestos fibers.

Can I file if I retired years ago?

Yes. Michigan law starts the filing deadline from the date of diagnosis, so retirees can still qualify for compensation.

Were family members affected by take-home exposure?

Yes. Workers often carried asbestos fibers home on clothing, exposing family members to secondary asbestos risk.

Detroit Diesel Asbestos Claims

Detroit Diesel Asbestos Claims highlight the risks faced by Michigan workers exposed in engine plants and manufacturing facilities. For decades, Detroit Diesel used asbestos insulation, gaskets, and seals in engine assembly and testing areas. Mechanics, pipefitters, and maintenance staff inhaled asbestos dust while repairing or cleaning equipment coated in heat-resistant materials.

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Asbestos Exposure in Detroit Engine Plants

Detroit Diesel operated major facilities in Redford Township and near the Ford Rouge Complex. Asbestos was used in brake linings, heat shields, and exhaust components. Workers who installed or removed insulation around boilers and turbines were also at risk. Even after asbestos use was reduced in the 1980s, residue lingered in pipes, floors, and ventilation systems.

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Michigan Legal Options

Michigan law allows anyone diagnosed with mesothelioma, asbestosis, or asbestos-related lung cancer to pursue claims through asbestos bankruptcy trusts or civil lawsuits. Plant records, supplier lists, and coworker testimony often prove vital to Detroit Diesel Asbestos Claims. The Michigan Wrongful Death Act (§600.2922) also allows estates to recover if a worker has passed away.

Compensation Available

Claimants can recover medical costs, lost wages, and compensation for pain, suffering, and loss of companionship. Settlements and trust funds often remain available even decades after exposure occurred.

Experience You Can Rely On

From 1996 to 1999, I helped prepare more than 3,200 General Motors Saginaw Foundry asbestos cases. That experience built the documentation framework still used for Michigan claims—including those against Detroit Diesel.

Call for Legal Help for Detroit Diesel Asbestos Claims

If you or a family member worked at Detroit Diesel and developed mesothelioma, call (412) 781-0525 or visit leewdavis.com for your free consultation today.

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FAQs – Detroit Diesel Asbestos Claims

Q: What products at Detroit Diesel contained asbestos?

A: Gaskets, brake linings, and insulation materials were commonly used throughout Detroit Diesel’s manufacturing and maintenance operations.

Q: Can I still file if I retired years ago?

A: Yes. Asbestos-related diseases like mesothelioma can appear decades after exposure. Michigan law starts the clock at diagnosis, not exposure date.

Q: Were family members affected?

A: Yes. Take-home asbestos exposure occurred when workers carried fibers home on clothing or shoes, exposing spouses and children to secondary risk.

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