Mass Tort Lawsuits in New Jersey
NJA guide for New Jersey residents researching major mass tort and injury lawsuits: each case's current status, how New Jersey filing deadlines work, the federal courts involved, and links to New Jersey-specific guides for each case. Status varies by case — some remain in active intake, while others (such as Camp Lejeune Justice Act claims) have closed filing windows, as each guide notes.
This page is general legal information only. It does not provide legal advice, does not create an attorney-client relationship, and case status can change. Last updated July 14, 2026.
How long do New Jersey residents have to file a lawsuit?
New Jersey's general personal injury statute of limitations is 2 years (N.J. Stat. 2A:14-2). Product liability and toxic exposure claims do not always follow the general rule, so the deadline that controls a specific case can be shorter or longer.
- General personal injury period: 2 years — N.J. Stat. 2A:14-2.
- Discovery rule: Accrual and discovery-rule questions depend on when the injury and its possible cause were or reasonably should have been known.
Because the controlling deadline depends on diagnosis date, discovery facts, exposure history, and how a claim is filed, only a licensed attorney can confirm the deadline for a specific situation. Federal multidistrict litigation can also change where and how a New Jersey claim proceeds.
Which federal courts handle New Jersey mass tort cases?
Mass tort claims by New Jersey residents are frequently filed in federal court and transferred into multidistrict litigation in other districts. The federal district courts covering New Jersey are:
- District of New Jersey
Living in New Jersey does not mean a case is filed only in New Jersey. Many claims are coordinated nationally, but New Jersey law can still affect deadlines, damages, and wrongful-death rules.
Lawsuit guides for New Jersey residents
New Jersey Lawsuit FAQ
What mass tort lawsuits affect New Jersey residents?
This site covers 1 major mass tort and injury cases for New Jersey residents, including AFFF Firefighting Foam. Status varies by case: some remain in active intake, while others — such as Camp Lejeune Justice Act claims — have closed filing windows. Each links to a New Jersey-specific guide stating its current status, records, and deadline context.
How long do New Jersey residents have to file an injury lawsuit?
New Jersey's general personal injury statute of limitations is 2 years (N.J. Stat. 2A:14-2). Product liability and toxic exposure claims can follow different accrual, discovery, and repose rules, so the deadline that applies to a specific claim varies. Only a licensed attorney can confirm it.
Does a New Jersey resident have to file in New Jersey?
Not necessarily. Many mass tort claims are filed in federal court and transferred into multidistrict litigation, or evaluated by national firms. Living in New Jersey does not mean a claim is limited to New Jersey state court, though New Jersey law can still affect deadlines and damages.
Is this New Jersey lawsuit information legal advice?
No. These New Jersey guides are general legal information for research only. They do not provide legal advice, do not create an attorney-client relationship, and do not determine whether any person has a claim.