Time limits apply in New Jersey. Find out if you still qualify.
Start Your Free Review
Answer 2-3 quick questions to review your potential case.
Verified against court records, regulatory records, and peer-reviewed research.
Last reviewed against primary sources: March 2, 2026
Statute of Limitations
New Jersey: ACTIVE lookback window — consult attorney for current filing deadline. $180M multi-diocese settlement reached 2026. Archdiocese of Newark and dioceses of Trenton, Metuchen, Camden, and Paterson all involved.
Active lookback window — consult attorney for exact deadline
Where to File in New Jersey
New Jersey enacted a lookback window for childhood sexual abuse claims that is currently active as of February 2026. A $180 million multi-diocese settlement was reached in 2026 involving the Archdiocese of Newark and several dioceses. New Jersey survivors should consult an attorney immediately to confirm the current window deadline and whether their claim can be filed before the window closes. The Archdiocese of Newark, Dioceses of Trenton, Metuchen, Camden, and Paterson have all published credibly accused clergy lists. No New Jersey diocese has filed for bankruptcy as part of the 2026 settlement process. New Jersey is one of the most active states for Catholic abuse litigation as of February 2026.
Exposure in New Jersey
Source: NJ court records / news reports
Source: New Jersey Legislature