S 960 New Jersey Senate · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Provides that limitation on lawsuit option does not apply in accident caused by drunk driver.

This bill (S 960) modifies New Jersey's automobile insurance law to remove a legal limitation on lawsuits for non-economic damages (like pain, suffering, or emotional distress) when an accident is caused by a drunk driver. Specifically, it states that the standard "limitation on lawsuit option" does not apply if the at-fault driver was convicted of operating a vehicle while intoxicated (under N.J.S. 39:4-50 or similar laws). This means victims of drunk driving accidents can pursue full compensation for non-economic losses, rather than being restricted to insurance benefits under the usual rules. The change directly affects victims in these specific drunk driving cases and insurers/defendants facing such claims.
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026 Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee
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