Press Releases

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July 23, 2010   ___

In 6 – 1 Decision, N.J. Supreme Court Guts Affidavit of Merit Statute

Plaintiffs' attorneys are able to use experts from "outside the field" to testify against doctors in malpractice suits.

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June 14, 2010   ___

Handlin, Rayner, say hearing on A-1982 Shows Need for Reform

Each encourage committee vote

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February 12, 2010   ___

Report: Trial Lawyers are an "Economic Burden"

Trial Lawyers have made more campaign contributions than any other interest group during the last decade; Rayner calls it an obstacle for states' economic recovery

 

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January 21, 2010   ___

NJLRA Statement on the Inauguration of Governor Christie

Rayner expresses optimism, believes comprehensive bipartisan civil justice reform is possible.

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December 15, 2009   ___

Report: New Jersey is a Hellhole

Citing a "culture of litigation," American Tort Reform Association says that excessive litigation has compromised access, affordability of prescription drugs; schools in Atlantic County also hurt.

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November 5, 2009   ___

NJLRA Congratulates Governor-Elect Christie

Rayner expresses optimism for tort reform agenda.

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