Federal Mogul Asbestos Trust

The company started in the early 1900s as a metal bearing and bushing manufacturer, Federal-Mogul diversified its portfolio over the years to include a wide range of automotive and construction businesses, including Turner & Newall.

Even though Turner & Newall was purchased years after it stopped producing asbestos-laden building materials, Federal-Mogul was still responsible for nearly 400,000 asbestos claims.

As Federal-Mogul added more companies under its umbrella in the years that followed, asbestos claims skyrocketed to more than a half-million.

In October 2001, Federal-Mogul and its subsidiaries filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. At this time, the group set aside over $2 billion to pay outstanding asbestos-related claims

Victims affected by asbestos exposure at the hands of Federal-Mogul may be eligible to file a claim from two different subfunds. 

Similar to most other asbestos trust funds, Federal-Mogul claims are currently paid at 8.5%. Payout amounts are limited to evenly distribute funds to all claimants.

See if you qualify for compensation from the Federal-Mogul Asbestos Personal Injury Trust today.

Federal-Mogul Corporation & Asbestos Exposure

Based in Southfield, Michigan, Federal-Mogul was founded in 1899. The company was originally well-known for manufacturing engine components such as gaskets, pistons, and bearings.

In 1998, Federal-Mogul acquired Turner & Newall (T&N), a U.K.-based company that produced and sold a wide range of asbestos-containing products including cement, insulation, and building materials.

In purchasing T&N and its subsidiaries, Federal-Mogul knew the potential liabilities from asbestos and set aside $2.1 billion to settle claims.

As asbestos claims began, Federal-Mogul attempted to dodge bankruptcy by laying off employees and closing manufacturing plants. 

The company was forced to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in 2001. By 2007, the U.S. Bankruptcy Court confirmed the fourth amended joint plan of reorganization.

*The Federal-Mogul asbestos trust started with $2.1 billion for mechanics, electricians, factory and plant workers and all others diagnosed with asbestos diseases after exposure to Federal-Mogul, Turner & Newall (T&N), Gasket Holdings (GHI), Flexitallic or Ferodo products. Provide your information in the form below to check your eligibility.

Mounting Asbestos Lawsuits Faced By Federal-Mogul

Federal-Mogul faced hundreds of thousands of asbestos lawsuits due to the acquisitions of T&N, Flexitallic, and Ferodo.

Due to the large number of acquisitions by the company, lawsuit claims quickly added up to around 350,000 by the time the company filed for bankruptcy.

Federal-Mogul originally set aside $2.1 billion at the time of bankruptcy filing to pay all asbestos claims filed against the other companies, but this amount didn’t cover all liabilities.

The company was ultimately protected in most of these cases.

For example, a case involving 22 Texaco factory workers, led to a $35 million payout. $1.6 million per employee, as a result of asbestos exposure, was to be paid by the former owners of Flexitallic before it became a part of Federal-Mogul.

Secondary Exposure Dangers

Although these jobs put workers directly in harm’s way, they also had similar consequences for their families.

As asbestos workers returned home, small asbestos fibers latched onto their clothing and hair and made their way into their homes.

The size of the asbestos particles and longevity of the product gave it a strong potential to linger long after it was introduced into the home.

Once the contaminated clothes were handled and laundered, family members assumed similar risks of asbestos-related disease.

Individuals who developed asbestos-related diseases due to secondary exposure from Federal-Mogul may be eligible to file a trust fund claim.

Associated Companies

Federal-Mogul went through several mergers and acquisitions during its time, meaning there were many associated companies.

When Federal-Mogul acquired these companies, it was aware of their asbestos use and subsequent liabilities to pay out asbestos claims.

If you or a loved one worked for any subsidiary owned by Federal-Mogul and became a victim of an asbestos-related disease, you may be able to collect trust fund compensation.

Companies Associated With Federal-Mogul:

• Turner & Newall (T&N)
• Gasket Holdings, Inc. (GHI)
• Flexitallic, Inc.
• Ferodo

High-Risk Jobs Associated With Federal-Mogul

Many occupations had a high risk of asbestos exposure on the job due to Federal-Mogul, even though the core company did not use asbestos.

The company exposed itself to asbestos liability after purchasing several businesses that dealt directly with asbestos products.

Jobs at Highest Risk for Asbestos Exposure

Other At-Risk Jobs Include:

• Electricians
• Railroad workers
• Boiler operators
• Shipyard workers
• Refinery workers
• Refractory plant workers
• Car hobbyists

Asbestos Products Used at Federal-Mogul

Federal-Mogul never manufactured any products containing asbestos until it acquired several companies that were well-known for using asbestos in their products. 

Because of this, Federal-Mogul took on all legal liabilities associated with the acquired companies and their many products manufactured with asbestos.

Top Asbestos-Containing Products Used at The Federal-Mogul Corporation Include:

• Flexitallic spiral wound gaskets – used in steam engines and boilers to insulate and seal engine parts
• Fel-Pro gaskets – used in automobile and truck engines
• Vellumoid Velbestos – gaskets used in automobile and aircraft engines
• Turner & Newall Limpet Spray – used for structural fireproofing
• Turner & Newall Trafford Tile – asbestos cement sheets used in construction

The Formation of the Federal-Mogul U.S. Asbestos Personal Injury Trust

The Federal-Mogul Trust was formed in 2007 when Federal-Mogul and its affiliates filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2001. The trust began accepting claims in 2010.

Due to the multiple corporations Federal-Mogul acquired, the trust is comprised of two subfunds: the T&N Subfund and the FMP Subfund.

The T&N and FMP subfunds were primarily organized to settle all valid trust fund claims for T&N and its subsidiaries. 

Each of the subfunds has two options for submitting a claim: an expedited review or an individual review.

An expedited review (ER) offers a shorter review process and is processed first in the order received. All expedited review claims of the same disease category receive a single, fixed payment amount.

This option is ideal for individuals looking to receive compensation as quickly as possible.

An individual review (IR) requires a more detailed review and takes longer than an expedited review because it varies depending on your specific circumstances.

These reviews may result in a higher or lower payout than expedited reviews.

How Much Money Is in the Trust?

As a result of the bankruptcy, Federal-Mogul was ordered to establish trusts for its subsidiaries facing the most asbestos liabilities.

There are at least four Federal-Mogul trusts funded with a total of $635 million: Federal-Mogul Products, Turner & Newall, Fel-Pro, and Vellumoid.

Like other asbestos trusts, Federal-Mogul pays claimants of 8.5% of the requested funds. This is to ensure there will be enough money for current and future claims.

Eligibility Requirements for the Federal-Mogul Asbestos Trust

To receive financial compensation from the Federal-Mogul Asbestos Trust, claimants must meet certain medical and exposure requirements. During both the expedited and individual review process, you must provide proof of these requirements.

Medical Requirements

Level I: Other Asbestos Disease

• Diagnosis of a bilateral asbestos-related non-malignant disease or asbestos-related cancer (excluding mesothelioma) based on:
• Evidence of disease through:
  • Chest X-ray by a certified B-reader showing 1/0 or higher, or
  • Chest X-ray, CAT scan, or pathology report showing specific asbestos-related conditions
• 10-year latency period

Level II: Asbestosis/Pleural Disease

• Diagnosis of an asbestos-related non-malignant disease based on:
• Evidence of disease through:
  • Chest X-ray by a certified B-reader showing 1/0 or higher, or
  • Chest X-ray, CAT scan, or pathology report showing specific asbestos-related conditions
• 10-year latency period

Level III: Asbestosis/Pleural Disease

• Diagnosis of an asbestos-related non-malignant disease based on:
• Evidence of disease through:
  • Chest X-ray by a certified B-reader showing 1/0 or higher, or
  • Chest X-ray, CAT scan, or pathology report showing specific asbestos-related conditions
• Pulmonary function test results:
  • TLC less than 80%, or
  • FVC less than 80% and FEV1/FVC ratio ≥ 65%.
• 10-year latency period
• Medical documentation linking asbestos exposure to the pulmonary disease

Level IV: Severe Asbestosis

• Diagnosis of asbestosis based on:
• Evidence through:
  • ILO score of 2/1 or higher, or
  • Pathological evidence
• Pulmonary function test results:
  • TLC less than 65%, or
  • FVC less than 65% and FEV1/FVC ratio ≥ 65%
• Medical documentation linking asbestos exposure to the disease

Level V: Other Cancer

• Diagnosis of a primary colo-rectal, laryngeal, esophageal, pharyngeal, or stomach cancer based on:
• Evidence of underlying asbestos-related disease through:
  • Chest X-ray by a certified B-reader showing 1/0 or higher, or
  • Chest X-ray, CAT scan, or pathology report showing specific asbestos-related conditions
• Medical statement linking the cancer to asbestos exposure.
• 10-year latency period

Level VI: Lung Cancer 2

• Diagnosis of primary lung cancer based on:
• Medical statement linking lung cancer to asbestos exposure
• 10-year latency period

Level VII: Lung Cancer 1

• Diagnosis of primary lung cancer based on:
• Evidence of underlying asbestos-related disease through:
  • Chest X-ray by a certified B-reader showing 1/0 or higher, or
  • Chest X-ray, CAT scan, or pathology report showing specific asbestos-related conditions
• Medical statement linking lung cancer to asbestos exposure
• 10-year latency period

Level VIII: Mesothelioma

• Diagnosis of mesothelioma based on:
• Diagnosis based on:
  • A physical exam by the diagnosing physician, or
  • Diagnosis by a board-certified pathologist or hospital pathology report
• 10-year latency period

Exposure Requirements

T&N Asbestos Trust Exposure Requirements

Claimants must demonstrate exposure to asbestos-containing products manufactured, distributed, or installed by T&N entities before December 31, 1982. 

• Level I & V (Other Asbestos Disease, Other Cancer): Any relevant exposure before December 31, 1982
• Level II, III, IV, VII (Asbestosis/Pleural Disease, Severe Asbestosis, Lung Cancer 1): At least six months of exposure to T&N entity products before December 31, 1982, and cumulative occupational exposure to asbestos for five years

Significant Occupational Exposure:

For more severe claims involving lung cancer or mesothelioma, claimants must demonstrate significant occupational exposure to asbestos.

This generally means working in an occupation where asbestos exposure was frequent, regular, and substantial.

FMP Asbestos Trust (Federal-Mogul Products) Exposure Requirements

Claimants must show that they were exposed to asbestos-containing products made, distributed, or installed by Federal-Mogul before the bankruptcy filing of the company in December 2001.

The specific duration of exposure requirements can vary depending on the disease level, but similar to T&N, the exposure typically needs to be substantial and have occurred during the claimant’s work history.

Significant Occupational Exposure:

Claims for severe diseases like lung cancer or mesothelioma require proof of significant occupational exposure to asbestos, meaning regular, high-level exposure during work activities.

Filing a Personal Injury Claim Against Federal-Mogul

Filing a Federal-Mogul trust fund claim may seem like a daunting and time-consuming task as you focus on your health, but consulting an expert legal team can help you throughout every step of the legal process.

If you’re eligible to file a claim, our team can handle all the legal heavy lifting and gather the documentation needed to file so you can pursue the compensation and justice you deserve. 

It’s important to act quickly as the statute of limitations can run out 2 to 3 years after you’re diagnosed with an asbestos-related disease. Contact us today to learn how you can get started and seek justice as soon as possible.

Loved Ones & Family Members 

We understand how emotionally and financially taxing an asbestos-related disease diagnosis can be on a family.

If your loved one or family member was affected by asbestos exposure due to Federal-Mogul’s subsidiaries, you may be able to file a claim on their behalf.

If you qualify, let our team handle the legal process to help your family get compensation as you focus on your loved one’s health and well-being.

Reach out today to learn more.