Johns-Manville Plant
Manville, New Jersey
Important: If you or a loved one worked at Johns-Manville Plant and have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, lung cancer, or asbestosis, you may be entitled to significant compensation. Statutes of limitations apply - contact an attorney today.
History of Johns-Manville Plant
The Johns-Manville plant in Manville, New Jersey was one of the company's major asbestos product manufacturing facilities. Johns-Manville was the largest asbestos company in the United States, and the Manville plant was central to its operations. The town was literally named after the company. The facility manufactured a wide range of asbestos-containing products from raw asbestos fiber shipped from mines in Canada and elsewhere.
⚠️ Asbestos Products Used at This Facility
Worker Exposure at Johns-Manville Plant
Workers at the Manville plant faced direct exposure to raw asbestos fiber and asbestos dust from manufacturing processes. Exposure levels were extraordinarily high by modern standards, with workers often covered in visible asbestos dust by the end of their shifts. The entire town was affected, as asbestos waste was used for playground surfaces, driveways, and fill material. Family members developed mesothelioma from secondary exposure to fibers brought home on work clothes.
🏥 Health Impact on Workers
The Johns-Manville Manville plant has been linked to one of the highest concentrations of mesothelioma cases in the United States. Workers, family members, and even community residents who never worked at the plant have developed asbestos-related diseases. The town's experience became a stark example of corporate knowledge and concealment of asbestos dangers.
Legal History & Compensation
Johns-Manville's liability for asbestos injuries became so extensive that the company filed for bankruptcy in 1982, becoming one of the first major asbestos bankruptcies. The Manville Personal Injury Settlement Trust was established to compensate victims and continues to pay claims today. Internal company documents revealed during litigation showed that Johns-Manville knew of asbestos health hazards for decades while continuing production.
📍 Current Status
The Manville plant closed in 1986. The site has undergone environmental remediation. The Manville Personal Injury Settlement Trust remains one of the largest asbestos bankruptcy trusts, having paid billions in claims. The town has worked to move beyond its asbestos legacy while honoring those affected.
Worked at Johns-Manville Plant? You May Be Entitled to Compensation
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