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NJ A4961
Bars certain limitations on number of consumer contract claims that are allowed to proceed at same time.
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Introduced
12/12/2022
12/12/2022
In Committee
12/04/2023
12/04/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
Introduced Session
2022-2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Bars certain limitations on number of consumer contract claims that are allowed to proceed at same time.
AI Summary
This bill bars certain limitations on the number of consumer contract claims that are allowed to proceed at the same time in an adjudication, such as litigation or alternative dispute resolution. Specifically, the bill states that a consumer contract cannot limit the number of similar claims that are being adjudicated if the claimants are represented by the same or coordinating legal counsel. The bill defines "adjudication" to include legal proceedings such as litigation, arbitration, and mediation. The bill takes effect immediately and applies to consumer contracts agreed to on or after the date of enactment.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Justice
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Reported out of Assembly Committee, 2nd Reading (on 12/04/2023)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/A4961 |
| Analysis - Statement AJU 12/4/23 | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/A5000/4961_S2.PDF |
| Analysis - Statement ACO 1/12/23 | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/A5000/4961_S1.PDF |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/A5000/4961_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2022/A5000/4961_I1.PDF |
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