Establishes cause of action for residents of assisted living facilities and comprehensive personal care home providers.

This New Jersey bill (A1871) establishes a legal right for residents of assisted living facilities and comprehensive personal care homes to sue if their rights are violated. It amends existing law to create a "cause of action," allowing residents or their representatives to file lawsuits in court to seek actual and punitive damages, plus attorney fees, when facilities breach specific rights outlined in the bill. Key rights covered include freedom from abuse, privacy, choice of medical providers, proper pain management, and written explanations for fee increases. The policy change directly affects residents, their families, and facility providers by adding enforceable legal recourse for violations of established resident rights. The bill requires facilities to distribute and post a detailed statement of rights, which residents must sign upon admission.