New Jersey § 56:12-10
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 56:12-10, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 56:12-10.
a. To insure that a consumer contract shall be simple, clear, understandable and easily
readable, the following are examples of guidelines that a court, the Attorney General
or the Commissioner of Insurance, in regard to contracts of insurance provided for
in subsection c. of section 1 of this act (C. 56:12-1c.), may consider in determining
whether a consumer contract as a whole complies with this act: (1) Cross references that are confusing; (2) Sentences that are of greater length than necessary; (3) Sentences that contain double negatives and exceptions to exceptions; (4) Sentences and sections that are in a confusing or illogical order; (5) The use of words with obsolete meanings or words that differ in their legal meaning
from their common ordinary meaning; (6) Frequent use of Old English and Middle English words and Latin and French phrases. b. The following are examples of guidelines that a court, the Attorney General or
the Commissioner of Insurance, in regard to contracts of insurance provided for in
subsection c. of section 1 of this act (C. 56:12-1c.), may consider in determining
whether the consumer contract as a whole complies with this act: (1) Sections shall be logically divided and captioned; (2) A table of contents or alphabetical index shall be used for all contracts with
more than 3,000 words; (3) Conditions and exceptions to the main promise of the agreement shall be given
equal prominence with the main promise, and shall be in at least 10 point type.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 56:12-10
What does New Jersey Statutes § 56:12-10 cover?
Section 56:12-10 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 § 56:12-10?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 56:12-10" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the New Jersey official source linked on this page or consult a licensed New Jersey attorney.
How does New Jersey § 56:12-10 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in New Jersey can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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