New Jersey § 43:8a-12
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 43:8a-12, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 43:8a-12.
(1) Upon the accidental death of a member before retirement, provided that evidence
shall be submitted to the board of trustees justifying the determination that the
natural and approximate cause of such death was an accident met in the actual performance
of duty within two years preceding the date of such death and that such death was
not the result of the member's willful negligence, an accidental death benefit shall
be payable. (2) The accidental death benefit shall consist of: (a) The amount of the member's aggregate contributions at the time of death; and (b) A pension equal to fifty per centum (50%) of the annual compensation being received
by the member to the widow of the member if he leaves a widow to whom he was married
at the time of such accident.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 43:8a-12
What does New Jersey Statutes § 43:8a-12 cover?
Section 43:8a-12 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite New Jersey § 43:8a-12?
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