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Statute of Limitations
N.J.S.A. § 2A:14-2: 2-year SOL from act or discovery. No explicit repose. Affidavit of Merit required within 60 days of defendant's answer (N.J.S.A. § 2A:53A-27). Minors: tolled until age 18.
2 years from act or discovery; Affidavit of Merit required
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Exposure in New Jersey
Source: New Jersey Statutes
Source: N.J.S.A. § 2A:53A-27
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