New Jersey § 48:12-151
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 48:12-151, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 48:12-151.
All actions accruing from injuries to persons caused by the wrongful act, neglect , or default of any railroad company owning or operating any railroad within this State,
shall be commenced and sued within two years next after the cause of action accrued, and not after, except for injuries
to minors and incapacitated persons occurring subsequent to the effective date of R.S.48:12-151 . Actions by an executor or administrator for injuries causing the death of the testator
or intestate shall be commenced and sued within two years next after the death, and not after. All actions for injury done to any property by fire communicated by an engine of
any railroad company of any railroad within this State shall be commenced and sued
within two years after the cause of action accrued, and not after, except that action for injury
occurring after the effective date of this act shall be commenced within six years after the cause of action accrued, and not thereafter.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 48:12-151
What does New Jersey Statutes § 48:12-151 cover?
Section 48:12-151 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 § 48:12-151?
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Is this the official text of New Jersey law?
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How does New Jersey § 48:12-151 apply to my situation?
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