Michigan Mesothelioma Lawyer

If you were harmed by asbestos, an experienced Michigan mesothelioma lawyer could help you get compensation for medical expenses, pain, suffering, and more. Many Michigan residents have received diagnoses of asbestos diseases due to years of workplace exposure.

If you or someone you love suffers from mesothelioma, asbestos-related lung cancer, or asbestosis, you may qualify for substantial compensation.  Fill out our form to get a free Financial Compensation Packet. You’ll learn about the experienced mesothelioma lawyers in Michigan, how to get paid in 90 days, how to file a claim for the asbestos trust funds, and more.

We are happy to offer assistance to asbestos victims and their families in all cities and towns in Michigan, including:

Detroit, Grand Rapids, Warren, Sterling Heights, Ann Arbor, Lansing, Flint,Clinton Charter Township, Dearborn, Livonia, Canton, Macomb, Troy, Westland, Farmington Hills, Shelby Charter Township, Kalamazoo, Wyoming, Southfield, Waterford, Rochester Hills, West Bloomfield, Taylor, St. Clair Shores, Pontiac, Royal Oak, Dearborn Heights, Novi, Ypsilanti Charter Township, Battle Creek, Saginaw City, Kentwood, Georgetown, Redford, Roseville, Portage, East Lansing, Chesterfield, Midland, Bloomfield Charter Township, Commerce, Meridian, Saginaw Charter Township, Lincoln Park, Muskegon City, Grand Blanc Charter Township, Holland Charter Township, Orion, Pittsfield, Independence, Bay City, Jackson, Delta, Eastpointe, Plainfield Charter Township, Flint Charter Township, Bedford Township, Brownstown, White Lake, Madison Heights, Southgate, Oak Park, Port Huron City, Burton, Northville Township, Van Buren, Allen Park, Garden City, Plymouth Charter Township, Holland, Mount Pleasant, Delhi, Washington Township, Gaines Charter Township, Wyandotte, Inkster, Harrison Charter Township, Blackman, Walker City, Norton Shores, Romulus, Summit Township, Charter Township, Hamtramck, Oshtemo, Auburn Hills, Marquette City, Hamburg, Mount Morris Township, Allendale, Genesee, Byron Township, Adrian, Oxford Charter Township, Monroe, Scio, Birmingham, Frenchtown, Ferndale, Genoa, and more.

Occupations Associated with Asbestos

Detroit’s automotive industry was one of the most significant sources of asbestos exposure in Michigan.

Thousands of employees faced asbestos exposure on automobile assembly lines and factories. Many car parts assembled were made with asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) up until the early 1980s.

In addition to the automotive industry, people who worked at construction sites, paper mills, hospitals, chemical plants, and power plants were left vulnerable to the dangerous effects of asbestos.

Several public buildings in Michigan were also built when asbestos was used frequently. Many of these buildings are still in use today.

Job Sites in Michigan with Asbestos

Schools, Churches, and Public Buildings

• Ferris State University, Grand Rapids
• Bridgeport Community Church, Bridgeport
• Bridgeport High School, Bridgeport
• Capac Elementary School, Capac
• Charlotte High School, Charlotte
• Detroit Central High School, Detroit
• Chelsea High School, Chelsea
• Hill Center School, Lansing
• Michigan State University, Lansing
• Erie High School, Erie
• Farmington Community School, Farmington
• Ferndale High School, Ferndale
• Greenville High School, Greenville
• Highland Park Community College, Highland Park
• Highland Park High School, Highland Park
• Bailey Elementary School, Hillsdale
• Hillsdale Community Health Center, Hillsdale
• Howell School District, Howell
• Livingston Community Care, Livingston
• Troy High School, Troy
• Troy Montessori, Troy
• White Pine Middle School, White Pine
• Sisters of Mercy Hospital, Farmington

Automotive Facilities

• Buick, Flint
• Chrysler, Detroit
• Chevrolet, Flint
• Plymouth, Plymouth
• Oldsmobile, Detroit
• General Motors Assembly Plant, Grand Rapids
• Cadillac, Detroit
• Ford River Rouge Plant, Dearborn

Power Plants

• Cook Nuclear Power Plant, Benton Harbor
• Wolverine Power Supply, Boyne City
• Big Rock Nuclear Power Plant, Charlevoix
• Weadock Power Plant, Essexville
• Marysville Power Plant, Marysville
• Palisades Nuclear Power Plant, South Haven

Statutes of Limitations for Asbestos Lawsuits in Michigan

Each state in the U.S. has its own statute of limitations when filing lawsuits.

• In Michigan, a plaintiff who intends to file an asbestos-related lawsuit must file within three years after determining the asbestos exposure.
• The three-year rule also applies to those that are filing a wrongful death lawsuit. In these instances, the plaintiff must file within three years of the victim’s death.

In addition to the statute of limitations, the plaintiff must be able to successfully demonstrate how and when the asbestos exposure occurred. This rule applies to exposure at job sites or via a product manufacturer.

Michigan Asbestos Laws

The Construction Safety and Health Division’s Asbestos Program typically handles most asbestos-related issues, regulations, and laws in Michigan, including the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration ( MOSHA) Regulations, Michigan Public Act 135 of 1986, and Michigan Public Act 440 of 1988.

Further, the OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1101 and the OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1001 are strictly enforced.

Asbestos was regulated in Michigan in 1986 after officials found people were dying from mesothelioma, asbestosis, and asbestos-related lung cancer after exposure to harmful fibers in asbestos while working around the mineral for too long.

As a result, employees, contractors, employers, and anyone working around or handling asbestos must be trained appropriately, according to Michigan law.

For detailed information on Michigan rules and regulations on asbestos, contact MOSHA at 517-322-1320.

Examples of Asbestos Lawsuits in Michigan

Since Michigan is one of the top 10 states for asbestos-related illnesses, it’s not surprising that several asbestos lawsuits have been filed. In fact, Michigan holds the record for the highest verdict amounts.

For example, a Michigan plaintiff was awarded over $50 million after suing a car brakes manufacturing plant. These types of lawsuits have been frequent in Michigan for people who worked in car assembly factories and plants.

Medical Help in Michigan

Most of Michigan’s leading cancer centers are in the southeastern part of the state:

• University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center: 500 East Medical Center Drive, Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48109, (800-865-1125).
• Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute: 400 John R Street, Detroit, Michigan, 48201 (800-527-6266).

It’s imperative to seek treatment from centers and physicians trained to deal specifically with asbestos-related diseases. These types of illnesses are much different than other types of cancers.

Additional Information and Legal Assistance in Michigan

Get our free Financial Compensation Packet for information on the top mesothelioma and asbestos lawyers in your area. If you have questions or need assistance, contact us toll-free at 800-793-4540.