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Overview: Asbestos Exposure in Manville, New Jersey
Key Facts: Manville Asbestos Exposure
- Known Exposure Sites
- 1
- Primary Industries
- Mixed
- Years of Exposure Activity
- 1912 - 1985
- State
- New Jersey
- Consultation Cost
- Free — No Fee Unless We Win
Known Asbestos Exposure Sites in Manville, New Jersey
The following facilities have been identified as locations where workers and residents may have been exposed to asbestos. If you worked at or lived near any of these sites, you may be eligible for compensation.
Johns-Manville Manville Plant
The Johns-Manville Manville plant is the firm whose name became synonymous with asbestos litigation. Operating from 1912 to 1985 in the company town of Manville (NJ town renamed for the firm). Manufactured asbestos textiles, insulation, pipe, and brake linings. The 1982 bankruptcy created the Manville Personal Injury Settlement Trust, the largest U.S. asbestos trust. Manville (NJ) residents have elevated mesothelioma rates from environmental exposure.
If you or a family member worked at any facility in Manville and have been diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease, contact our attorneys for a free case evaluation.
About Manville & Asbestos Exposure History
Asbestos Exposure in Manville, New Jersey
Manville is the company town of Johns-Manville — literally renamed for the firm. The plant operated from 1912 to 1985 producing asbestos products. The 1982 bankruptcy created the Manville Personal Injury Settlement Trust, the largest asbestos trust in the country. Manville residents — not just plant workers — have documented elevated mesothelioma rates from environmental exposure.
Documented Asbestos Exposure Sites in Manville
- Johns-Manville Manville Plant
Manville Mesothelioma Lawyers
Whitman Mesothelioma Law Firm represents Manville workers, veterans, and families exposed to asbestos. Our attorneys travel to Manville clients; depositions can be conducted from home. Reviewed by Michelle Whitman, Lead Mesothelioma Attorney.
Compensation for Manville Mesothelioma Victims
Three parallel tracks: (1) lawsuits — settlements average $1.0–$1.4 million, jury verdicts can exceed $5 million; (2) trust fund claims (60+ trusts hold over $30 billion); (3) VA benefits for veterans (mesothelioma rated 100%).
New Jersey Statute of Limitations
2 years from diagnosis or discovery (N.J.S.A. 2A:14-2). Discovery rule applies. Wrongful-death: 2 years. The discovery rule applies. Do not delay after diagnosis.
Your Legal Rights in Manville, New Jersey
Understanding the legal landscape is critical when pursuing an asbestos or mesothelioma claim. Below is a summary of relevant legal information for cases involving exposure in Manville.
New Jersey Statute of Limitations
Court Jurisdiction
Legal Options for Manville Asbestos Victims
Mesothelioma victims and their families in Manville may be entitled to pursue compensation through several legal avenues:
- Personal injury lawsuits — filed against the companies responsible for your asbestos exposure
- Asbestos trust fund claims — over $30 billion remains in trust funds established by bankrupt asbestos companies
- Wrongful death claims — filed by surviving family members when a loved one has passed from mesothelioma
- Veterans benefits — additional compensation for veterans exposed to asbestos during military service
- Workers' compensation — benefits for occupational asbestos exposure, which may be pursued alongside other claims
Our attorneys handle cases involving Manville exposure sites and have the experience to identify all available sources of compensation. Call 1-800-875-3000 to discuss your case.
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Next Steps for Manville Mesothelioma Victims
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mesothelioma in Manville
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Free Asbestos Exposure Guide for New Jersey Workers
Download our comprehensive guide covering your legal rights, the claims process, and what compensation you may be entitled to after asbestos exposure in Manville.
- Your legal rights after asbestos exposure
- Step-by-step claims process explained
- Compensation types available to you
- Statute of limitations by state
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