New Jersey § 34:11b-11
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 34:11b-11, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 34:11b-11.
Any person may initiate suit in Superior Court or file a complaint with the division
on either an individual or class basis. In addition to the remedies provided in section 16 of P.L.1945, c. 169 ( C.10:5-17 ), the aggrieved party may be awarded punitive damages in an amount not greater than
$10,000.00 except that in the case of a class action or a director's complaint the
total amount of punitive damages shall not exceed $500,000.00 or 1% of the net worth
of the defendant, whichever is less. In determining the amount of punitive damages, the court or director shall consider,
among other relevant factors, the amount of compensatory damages awarded, the amount
of civil penalty to be paid by the employer, the frequency and persistence of the
violation of this act by the employer, the resources of the employer, the number of
persons adversely affected by the violation, and the extent to which the employer's
failure to comply with this act was intentional.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 34:11b-11
What does New Jersey Statutes § 34:11b-11 cover?
Section 34:11b-11 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 § 34:11b-11?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 34:11b-11" (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 § 34:11b-11 apply to my situation?
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