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NJ A1384
NJ A1384Reduces statute of limitations from six years to two years in medical fee disputes in workers' compensation matters.
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill provides that the statute of limitations for a medical fee dispute in a workers' compensation matter will be two years from the date that a payment or notice of denial of payment was received by a claimant. The current statute of limitations for these matters, as interpreted by State courts, is six years from the date that a payment or notice of denial of payment was received by a claimant.
AI Summary
This bill shortens the time limit for filing a dispute over medical fees in workers' compensation cases from six years to two years. Specifically, for medical services provided on or after the bill's effective date, a claimant must file a dispute with the Division of Workers' Compensation (the state agency that handles these cases) within two years of receiving a payment or a denial of payment for those services. This change aims to expedite the resolution of these financial disagreements within the workers' compensation system.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Labor Committee (on 01/13/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A1384 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A1500/1384_I1.HTM |
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