Terms Used In New Jersey Statutes 2A:15-5.11

  • Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
  • Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
3. An award of punitive damages must be specifically prayed for in the complaint.

L.1995,c.142,s.3.