What Is the National Gypsum Asbestos Trust?
National Gypsum manufactured a variety of building products that contained asbestos, including joint compounds, wallboard materials, cement products, and insulation used in homes, schools, commercial buildings, and industrial facilities.
Facing thousands of asbestos lawsuits, National Gypsum filed for bankruptcy in 1990 and established a trust fund called the NGC Settlement Trust in 1993.
When that trust's funds proved insufficient, National Gypsum underwent a second restructuring, creating the current National Gypsum Bodily Injury Trust in 2003.
About the NGC Bodily Injury Trust
- National Gypsum was founded in 1925. The company manufactured and sold construction products.
- From 1933 to 1981, National Gypsum used asbestos in many of their products.
- National Gypsum asbestos-containing products included acoustical plaster, joint compound, perforated panels, spray texture, and wallboard materials.
- Construction workers, drywall installers, electricians, plumbers, pipefitters, insulators, and maintenance workers are among those most commonly exposed to National Gypsum asbestos products.
- The National Gypsum asbestos trust was initially funded with about $347 Million for patients with mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases, as well as eligible surviving family members.
- By January 2022, the National Gypsum trust had paid out more than $514 Million to 215,930 claimants.
- NGC asbestos trust fund compensation can help cover medical expenses, lost income, caregiving costs, and other financial burdens caused by asbestos-related illnesses.
Mesothelioma victims secure more than $1 Million on average from asbestos claims. Exposure frequently occurred through products made by several different companies over the course of a career.
At Sokolove Law, our clients often begin receiving asbestos claim payments in as few as 90 days after contacting our team. We can investigate your exposure history, identify all available sources of compensation, and fight for the maximum payout for you and your family as quickly as possible.
Since 1979, Sokolove Law has secured over $5.5 Billion for thousands of mesothelioma victims and their families.
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National Gypsum Asbestos-Containing Products
Incorporated in Delaware in 1925, National Gypsum grew into one of the largest manufacturers of building materials in the U.S. For decades, the company used asbestos in a variety of products found in residential, commercial, and industrial construction projects.
As National Gypsum grew, they purchased other asbestos-related companies, such as the asbestos cement plant in New Jersey. National Gypsum also sold asbestos-containing products under the Gold Bond® brand.
The National Gypsum asbestos-containing products list includes:
- National Gypsum Asbestos Jackets for Pipe Covering
- National Gypsum E-Z Spray Texture
- National Gypsum FireShield Plaster
- National Gypsum Gold Bond Acoustical Plaster
- National Gypsum Gold Bond insulating cement with asbestos
- National Gypsum Insul-Best panels with asbestos
- National Gypsum Macoustic Standard
- National Gypsum Rockwool insulating cement with asbestos
- National Gypsum Perfo-Lyte acoustical plaster with asbestos
- National Gypsum Spray Quick
- National Gypsum Spray Quick A
- National Gypsum Sprayed Limpet Asbestos
- National Gypsum Spray-On Acoustical Plaster
- National Gypsum Sprayolite
- National Gypsum Thermacoustic asbestos
Like many manufacturers of the era, National Gypsum used asbestos because it was inexpensive, durable, and resistant to heat. However, disturbing these products could release microscopic asbestos fibers into the air, creating serious health risks.
Diseases linked to asbestos exposure, including mesothelioma and lung cancer, often take 20-50 years to develop. Through asbestos claims, victims can seek compensation caused by National Gypsum products.
National Gypsum Asbestos Lawsuits & Trust Fund News
Prior to filing for bankruptcy protection, National Gypsum faced thousands of asbestos personal injury lawsuits from workers, contractors, and others who developed mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases after exposure to the company's products.
Beyond their own asbestos products, National Gypsum used vermiculite, a naturally occurring mineral often used in insulation, from a contaminated mine in Libby, Montana to manufacture fire-resistant wallboard.
The Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry reported that:
- 516 tons of asbestos-contaminated Libby vermiculite were shipped to National Gypsum's Long Beach, California facility between 1970 and 1977.
- Family members were likely exposed secondhand through asbestos fibers carried home on workers' clothing.
- Residents who lived near the National Gypsum facility during the relevant time period may have also been exposed to hazardous levels of asbestos.
In addition to California, National Gypsum asbestos exposure sites were spread across nearly two dozen other states.
When the financial pressure of asbestos lawsuits got too intense, the company filed for bankruptcy and set aside hundreds of millions of dollars to compensate those harmed by their asbestos-based products.
$6 Million Mesothelioma National Gypsum Verdict
A Texas jury awarded more than $6 Million to the family of a former school janitor who died from mesothelioma at age 60 after decades of exposure to asbestos-containing joint compounds manufactured by National Gypsum and U.S. Gypsum.
The man allegedly worked for the El Paso Independent School District for 31 years and was exposed to asbestos dust during construction and renovation projects. The case involved National Gypsum's Gold Bond joint compound, which was used to finish drywall seams and contained asbestos.
Jurors found clear and convincing evidence that the janitor's death resulted from gross negligence and awarded damages to his estate, wife, children, and mother. Claims against Owens-Corning, Kelly-Moore Paint Co., and W.R. Grace Co. were settled before the trial.
"He was very ill and he went through a lot of pain and we shared in that pain. To us, the verdict gave us a sense of justice and holding someone accountable for what happened to my father. My dad's cancer could have been avoided completely."
– Son of National Gypsum Mesothelioma Victim
$1.4 Million National Gypsum Asbestos Property Damage Verdict
Mercer University in Macon, Georgia sued National Gypsum and other manufacturers after discovering asbestos-containing materials in campus buildings. The university sought compensation for the costs of inspecting and removing asbestos products installed between 1906 and 1972.
The 11th Circuit upheld a $1.4 Million asbestos verdict against National Gypsum and W.R. Grace, finding that the presence of asbestos-containing materials could support property damage claims even before fibers caused widespread contamination.
In addition to causing illnesses such as mesothelioma and lung cancer among workers, asbestos-containing construction products also created substantial financial burdens for schools, universities, and other building owners forced to address asbestos hazards decades later.
$8.4 Million National Gypsum Asbestos Settlement to Schools
National Gypsum agreed to pay $8.4 Million to school districts in 19 states to resolve claims involving asbestos-containing materials installed in schools across the country.
National Gypsum asbestos-containing products like joint compounds, insulation materials, and fireproofing were commonly used in school construction for decades before the health risks became widely known.
The asbestos settlement was meant to compensate school districts for the expensive removal and remediation of asbestos in their buildings.
Landmark Court Ruling Helped Victims Pursue National Gypsum Asbestos Claims
In Roehling v. National Gypsum Co. Gold Bond Building Products, the 4th Circuit ruled that asbestos exposure victims could rely on circumstantial evidence to prove exposure to a company's products.
The lawsuit was brought by the widow of a New York pipefitter who developed mesothelioma after working at:
- Huntley Power Station from July 1948 to December 1948
- DuPont Cellophane Plant from December 1948 to April 1949
- Ford Stamping Plant from July 1950 through March 1951
Although the worker could not personally identify every asbestos product he encountered, co-workers testified that National Gypsum's Gold Bond asbestos cement, blankets, and insulation products were heavily used at the same locations where he worked.
The court found this evidence was sufficient to allow the claims against National Gypsum and other manufacturers to proceed. The decision recognized that workers cannot always recall specific product names decades after their exposure occurred.
National Gypsum Mesothelioma Settlement for Wrongful Death
National Gypsum was among several asbestos-related companies named in a mesothelioma wrongful death lawsuit filed by the family of a former Brooklyn Navy Yard electrician who died from the cancer after being exposed to asbestos during World War II-era shipbuilding work.
The veteran's widow alleged that asbestos-containing products manufactured by National Gypsum and other companies were used throughout the Navy Yard while her husband worked there between 1944 and 1945.
Before trial, a mesothelioma settlement was reached with National Gypsum and most of the other defendants in the case.
Who Can File a National Gypsum Company Asbestos Trust Claim?
The National Gypsum Bodily Injury Trust provides compensation to individuals who developed asbestos-related diseases after exposure to National Gypsum products. In certain cases, surviving family members and estate representatives may also be eligible to pursue a claim.
You may be able to file a National Gypsum Company asbestos trust claim if:
- You worked with or around National Gypsum asbestos-containing products
- You were diagnosed with mesothelioma, lung cancer, asbestosis, or another asbestos-related disease
- A loved one was diagnosed with or passed away from an asbestos-related illness linked to National Gypsum asbestos exposure
- You are the executor, personal representative, or administrator of an asbestos victim's estate
At Sokolove Law, our mesothelioma attorneys provide free case reviews to help families understand their eligibility for National Gypsum trust fund compensation without any upfront costs or obligations.
Our team can also investigate your work history and exposure records to identify additional asbestos trust funds, lawsuits, or VA benefits you may qualify for. Pursuing multiple sources of compensation may help maximize the financial recovery available to you and your family.
Since 1979, Sokolove Law has secured over $5.5 Billion for thousands of mesothelioma victims and their families.
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John & Dee Sokolove Law ClientsJobs at Risk for National Gypsum Asbestos Exposure
National Gypsum asbestos products were used in construction, manufacturing, shipbuilding, and industrial settings for decades. Workers who regularly handled drywall compounds, insulation materials, cement products, and other building materials faced the greatest risk.
High-risk jobs included:
- Acoustics workers
- Carpenters
- Cement workers
- Construction workers
- Drywall installers and finishers
- Electricians
- Factory workers
- Insulators
- Lathers
- Maintenance workers
- Painters
- Phone company workers
- Pipefitters and plumbers
- Plasterers
- Sheetrock installers
- Shipyard workers
- U.S. military veterans
- Warehouse workers
National Gypsum products were commonly used in schools, putting students, teachers, and staff at risk. Brown Middle School in Dallas, Central High School in Philadelphia, and Kimball High School in Detroit are just a few of the hundreds of schools built using National Gypsum asbestos products.
How to File an NGC Bodily Injury Trust Claim
The National Gypsum Bodily Injury Trust has established procedures for reviewing and paying asbestos claims. While the process can seem overwhelming, the mesothelioma attorneys at Sokolove Law can handle every step on your behalf, allowing you to focus on your health and well-being.
When filing a National Gypsum asbestos trust claim, our team can help:
- Gather evidence: We can collect medical records, employment records, military service records, and other documentation proving your asbestos exposure to National Gypsum products.
- Prepare and file your claim: Our attorneys can submit your claim to the National Gypsum Bodily Injury Trust and identify other asbestos trust funds that may also provide compensation.
- Determine the best review option: Depending on your circumstances, your claim may qualify for different review processes. We can explain your options and pursue the approach that best supports your recovery.
- Secure compensation: Once your claim is approved, the trust will issue payment based on their guidelines and the details of your asbestos exposure and diagnosis.
- Pursue additional compensation: Many mesothelioma victims were exposed to asbestos products made by multiple asbestos-related companies. We can investigate all potential sources of exposure and seek compensation from every available one.
"The process was not difficult at all. The majority of the settlements came in within the first year or so."
– Kelly, Daughter of a Refinery Worker with Mesothelioma & Firm Client
Asbestos trust fund claims are subject to filing deadlines known as statutes of limitations. Missing these deadlines can affect your ability to recover compensation, making it important to speak with an attorney as soon as possible after a diagnosis.
National Gypsum Asbestos Trust Fund Amount
Along with other asbestos-related companies, National Gypsum established trust funds to pay those harmed by their products. National Gypsum asbestos trust fund amounts vary based on a patient's disease, details related to the exposure, and more.
The current NGC asbestos trust payment percentage is 41%, but the percentage is subject to change as claims are processed and paid.
| Disease | Court-Approved Average |
|---|---|
| Mesothelioma | $40,629 |
| Lung Cancer | $6,879 |
| Other Cancer | $2,909 |
Living mesothelioma claimants get automatic priority status, meaning faster processing and access to compensation for the most seriously ill.
Including payments from additional asbestos claims, families are often able to access over $1 Million total in financial support by working with our team.
“Today, billions of dollars are potentially available across dozens of trusts. Our asbestos attorneys can determine if you’re eligible for trust fund compensation and file claims on your behalf while also pursuing money from lawsuits if you’re eligible."
– Ricky LeBlanc, Managing Attorney of Sokolove Law
Get Help Filing National Gypsum Asbestos Claims
A diagnosis of mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease can place an enormous financial and emotional burden on families. Medical bills, lost wages, and ongoing treatment costs can quickly add up, leaving many people wondering where to turn for help.
As a national asbestos law firm, Sokolove Law helps victims and their loved ones pursue compensation from the National Gypsum asbestos trust, other mesothelioma trust funds, and additional legal claims that may be available.
For more than 45 years, we've recovered over $5.5 Billion total for patients and families harmed by asbestos exposure.
Our team can investigate your work history, identify the companies responsible for your exposure, and handle every step of the claims process on your behalf.
Call (800) 647-3434 right now or fill out our form to find out if you may qualify for compensation from the National Gypsum asbestos trust fund.
NGC Asbestos Trust FAQs
When did National Gypsum stop using asbestos?
National Gypsum stopped using asbestos in their products in 1981. However, some National Gypsum products manufactured before that time contained asbestos and may still be present in older homes, schools, commercial buildings, and industrial facilities today.
Those who've been harmed may qualify for compensation from the National Gypsum asbestos trust fund. See if you may qualify for a payout.
What's the average National Gypsum asbestos trust fund amount?
National Gypsum asbestos trust amounts may vary based on factors like the type of disease, the trust’s payment percentage at the time, and the processing method selected.
However, the average payout for malignant mesothelioma is over $1 Million for victims and families, with payments typically stemming from multiple trust funds and claims against asbestos-related companies.
What's the current payment percentage for the National Gypsum Company asbestos trust?
To date, the NGC asbestos trust pays out 41% of the full value of a claim. As claims are filed and paid out, this percentage may change to ensure that enough money is left for future claimants.
Does National Gypsum insulation contain asbestos?
Until 1981, National Gypsum insulation products contained asbestos, particularly those manufactured and installed before asbestos use declined in the 1970s. The company also produced other asbestos-containing building materials, including joint compounds and cement products.
If you worked with older insulation products and later developed mesothelioma, lung cancer, or another asbestos-related disease, you may be eligible to seek compensation through the National Gypsum Bodily Injury Trust and other asbestos claims.
How long does it take to get a National Gypsum asbestos trust payout?
The timeline for receiving compensation from the National Gypsum Bodily Injury Trust varies depending on the details of your claim, the documentation provided, and the trust's review process.
Many asbestos trust claims are processed faster than traditional lawsuits, allowing eligible victims and families to access compensation without going through a lengthy court process. However, each case is unique, and payout timelines can vary.
At Sokolove Law, many of our clients begin receiving asbestos claim payments in as few as 90 days. Contact us to find out if you may qualify for compensation from the National Gypsum asbestos trust and other sources.
