Kelsey-Hayes Asbestos Exposure affected thousands of Michigan manufacturing workers across multiple decades. From brake and clutch friction products to heat‑resistant gaskets and insulation, asbestos was built into the production process that supplied major automakers. When those parts were cut, drilled, ground, or bonded, microscopic fibers went airborne—endangering machinists, line workers, maintenance crews, and even nearby office staff.
Kelsey-Hayes Asbestos Exposure: Where and How It Happened
At Kelsey‑Hayes facilities in the Detroit area and surrounding Michigan plants, asbestos‑containing materials were used in brake linings, clutch facings, adhesives, cements, packing, and pipe or equipment insulation. Tasks like grinding, riveting, trimming, re‑lining, and oven curing could release high fiber concentrations, especially during older ventilation eras or shutdown maintenance. Subcontractors and short‑term vendors working during overhauls often lacked full hazard histories, increasing risk.
Kelsey-Hayes Asbestos Exposure — Who Was at Risk?
- Production workers: friction department, press/rivet lines, trimming and finishing
- Maintenance & repair crews: millwrights, pipefitters, electricians, boiler techs
- Quality control & testing: brake dynamometer and wear testing stations
- Contractors & vendors: cleanup, retrofits, or line conversions
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Diseases Linked to Kelsey‑Hayes Exposure
Asbestos exposure can cause mesothelioma, lung cancer, asbestosis, and pleural disease. These illnesses typically appear 20–50 years after exposure—so a diagnosis today may trace back to work performed decades ago. Early legal action helps preserve evidence and maximizes recovery options.
Your Legal Options in Michigan
Depending on your history, you may pursue:
- Personal injury lawsuits against manufacturers and suppliers
- Wrongful death claims for surviving family members
- Asbestos bankruptcy trust filings for defunct entities involved in the supply chain
Our team reconstructs your work history, identifies asbestos‑containing products, and gathers documents like job cards, purchase records, MSDS data, and coworker affidavits. Many cases resolve without trial once product identification and exposure timelines are established.
Free Case Review — Act Now
Michigan law limits the time to file after diagnosis or loss. If you or a loved one worked for Kelsey‑Hayes in Michigan and later developed an asbestos‑related disease, get answers today.
📞 Call 412‑781‑0525 or request a free case review. No fee unless we recover compensation for you.
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