S.4295

Allows certain parties to sue construction company for commission of or alleged commission of various actions.

Introduced·5/14/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey S4295 allows construction companies, contractors, or subcontractors to sue each other for various violations.

New Jersey S4295 permits construction companies, contractors, or subcontractors to file lawsuits against each other for wage or benefit theft, misclassification of employees, tax or insurance fraud, bid manipulation, and falsification of documentation. The plaintiff must notify the defendant and the Department of Labor and Workforce Development 30 days before filing the lawsuit. The court can award reasonable attorneys’ fees and costs, including expert witness fees, to the prevailing party.

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Commerce Committee
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History

May 14

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee