Wanderlust World Wanderlust World New Jersey has WAIVED sovereign immunity. It is one of few states where citizens can directly sue the state for damages in state court.
| Aspect | Rule |
|---|---|
| Notice of Claim | 90 days from accrual (extendable to 1 year) |
| Statute of Limitations | 2 years from accrual |
| Damage Caps | None for compensatory; punitive barred against public entities |
| Jury Trial | No – bench trial only |
| Immunities Retained | Discretionary acts, plan/design, failure to enforce law, etc. (N.J.S.A. 59:2-3, 59:4-6) |
Most states retain sovereign immunity (Eleventh Amendment bars federal suits; state law bars state-court suits). NJ's waiver is broader than Federal Tort Claims Act.
If you have a claim against NJ government: consult attorney immediately—90-day notice deadline is strict and jurisdictional.