New Jersey § 2a:19-8
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 2a:19-8, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2a:19-8.
The assignee shall also forthwith give public notice by advertising at least 4 times
during 4 consecutive calendar weeks, once in each week in a newspaper printed in this
state and circulating in the neighborhood where the creditors reside. Such notice shall make known that a general assignment has been made, and the date
thereof, and shall set forth a general description of any business carried on by the
assignor and the place where the same was so carried on, and that all claims of creditors
against the estate must be presented under oath to the assignee within 3 months from
the date of the general assignment, or be barred from participating in a dividend
of said estate. The assignee shall also, within 30 days after the date of the general assignment,
mail a copy of such notice to every creditor of the assignor, addressed to him at
his usual post-office address, so far as the assignee can ascertain the same. In case of failure to give such notice, or mail the same as above provided, the court
may extend and fix the time for the presentation of claims and the giving and mailing
notice thereof as aforesaid.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 2a:19-8
What does New Jersey Statutes § 2a:19-8 cover?
Section 2a:19-8 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:19-8?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 2a:19-8" (New Jersey). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of New Jersey law?
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How does New Jersey § 2a:19-8 apply to my situation?
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