Essex Wire asbestos exposure has impacted hundreds of workers across Michigan. The company, known for its electrical wiring and components, operated manufacturing plants where asbestos-containing materials were routinely used in insulation, machinery, and pipe coverings. For years, employees were exposed to airborne asbestos fibers—often without protective gear or warning.
Asbestos exposure is the only known cause of mesothelioma, a devastating cancer with no cure. Many former Essex Wire workers are now being diagnosed decades after initial exposure. Maintenance workers, electricians, press operators, and HVAC crews were particularly at risk, as were family members through take-home exposure.
Essex Wire Asbestos Exposure Risk
Essex Wire had multiple facilities across Michigan, including Detroit, Battle Creek, and Jackson. These sites used asbestos in:
- Wire insulation and wrapping
- High-heat gaskets and brake components
- Industrial ovens and heating elements
Even workers who never handled asbestos directly may have inhaled fibers that settled in common areas or circulated through ventilation systems.
Legal Help for Michigan Families
If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with mesothelioma after working at Essex Wire, you may be eligible for financial compensation. Medical expenses, lost wages, and long-term care can be overwhelming—legal action can help ease the burden.
Attorney Lee W. Davis understands Michigan’s industrial history and has helped workers from GM Saginaw, Zug Island, and other legacy job sites get justice. With deep local knowledge and decades of asbestos litigation experience, we fight for what workers deserve.
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FAQ About Essex Wire Asbestos Exposure
What asbestos products were used at Essex Wire?
Asbestos was commonly found in wire insulation, ovens, gaskets, brake pads, and pipe wrappings.
Can family members of Essex Wire workers file claims?
Yes. Take-home exposure from dusty work clothing put spouses and children at risk. Secondary exposure claims may be valid.
Is it too late to file a mesothelioma lawsuit?
Not necessarily. Michigan law typically starts the clock from diagnosis—not exposure. If you’ve been diagnosed recently, you may still have time.
Why work with a Michigan asbestos lawyer?
A local attorney knows the job sites, exposure patterns, and court systems better than an out-of-state firm. That insight can make the difference in your claim.