New Jersey § 2a:15-97
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 2a:15-97, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2a:15-97.
In any civil action brought for personal injury or death, except actions brought pursuant
to the provisions of P.L.1972, c. 70 ( C. 39:6A-1 et seq. ), if a plaintiff receives or is entitled to receive benefits for the injuries allegedly
incurred from any other source other than a joint tortfeasor, the benefits, other
than workers' compensation benefits or the proceeds from a life insurance policy,
shall be disclosed to the court and the amount thereof which duplicates any benefit
contained in the award shall be deducted from any award recovered by the plaintiff,
less any premium paid to an insurer directly by the plaintiff or by any member of
the plaintiff's family on behalf of the plaintiff for the policy period during which
the benefits are payable. Any party to the action shall be permitted to introduce evidence regarding any of
the matters described in this act.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 2a:15-97
What does New Jersey Statutes § 2a:15-97 cover?
Section 2a:15-97 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 § 2a:15-97?
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