Legal Question in Civil Litigation in New Jersey

Lawsuit

How does the amount of money at issue in a civil case effect or determine which court a plaintiff would initially file a lawsuit in?


Asked on 4/08/02, 11:20 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
J. Bryan Tuk Mandracchia & Modesti, LLC

Re: Lawsuit

There are several thresholds that determine where you file your complaint.

If the amount in controversy is less than $2,000, you file in the Special Civil Part, Small Claims Section.

If the amount in controversy is more than $2,000, but less than $10,000, you file in the Special Civil Part.

Anything above $10,000 is filed in the law division.

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Answered on 4/08/02, 5:44 pm


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