Terms Used In New Jersey Statutes 18A:37-37

  • Tort: A civil wrong or breach of a duty to another person, as outlined by law. A very common tort is negligent operation of a motor vehicle that results in property damage and personal injury in an automobile accident.
5. The provisions of P.L.2011, c.64 (C. 18A:37-33 et al.) shall not be interpreted to prevent a victim from seeking redress under any other available law, either civil or criminal, and does not create or alter any tort liability.

L.2011, c.64, s.5.