Statute of Limitations
New Jersey: 2 years from injury for civil lawsuits; workers' comp employer notice promptly; formal claim within 2 years
2 years (civil lawsuit)
Where to File in New Jersey
New Jersey applies modified comparative fault with a 51% bar (N.J.S.A. 2A:15-5.2). Federal OSHA governs New Jersey construction sites (unlike New York, NJ does not have a state OSHA plan for private sector). New Jersey's construction market is heavily influenced by New York City metro-area development, with significant residential, commercial, and infrastructure activity in Hudson County, Essex County, and Bergen County. Note: NY Labor Law §240 does NOT apply to New Jersey work sites — it applies only in New York. New Jersey construction accident cases proceed under common-law negligence and OSHA violation evidence. NJ Superior Courts handle civil claims.
Exposure in New Jersey
Source: New York Labor Law §240 (applies only to New York worksites)
Source: CPWR Construction Industry Data — New Jersey