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NJ S4681
NJ S4681Requires parties in arbitration proceedings to be represented by attorneys in certain circumstances.
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Introduced
06/30/2025
06/30/2025
In Committee
06/30/2025
06/30/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill requires a party in an arbitration proceeding to be represented by an attorney in certain circumstances. Under the bill, a party to an arbitration proceeding concerning a claim for personal injury protection coverage will be required to be represented by an attorney licensed to practice law in New Jersey.
AI Summary
This bill requires parties involved in arbitration proceedings related to personal injury protection (PIP) coverage to be represented by attorneys licensed to practice law in New Jersey. Personal injury protection is a type of auto insurance coverage that pays for medical expenses and other costs resulting from a car accident, regardless of who was at fault. Specifically, the bill mandates that in any arbitration hearing concerning a PIP claim, each party must have legal representation from a New Jersey-licensed attorney. The law will take effect 90 days after its enactment and will apply to arbitration proceedings initiated on or after that date. The requirement aims to ensure that parties have professional legal guidance during these specific insurance-related dispute resolution processes, potentially helping to standardize and improve the quality of representation in PIP arbitration hearings.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee (on 06/30/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S4681 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S5000/4681_I1.HTM |
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