NJ bill cuts workers' comp dispute deadline to two years

Reduces statute of limitations from six years to two years in medical fee disputes in workers' compensation matters.

Introduced· 2026-01-13

Who's it for

Who's it for: Employers/Insurance

What it means for you

2/10Hurts you

Bad for everyday people ·

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Plain‑English summary, cross‑checked against the official bill text.

If passed, workers will have only two years to challenge medical fees in a workers' comp claim instead of six.

Our take

What we think, in plain words.

The bill would force injured workers to file any medical fee dispute within two years, cutting the time they have to gather evidence. Employers and insurers would face fewer claims and lower costs. While supporters say it speeds up settlements, the shorter window could leave workers unable to challenge unfair charges.

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The facts

What the bill actually says, no spin.

Reduces the filing deadline for medical fee disputes from six years to two years.
Applies to workers' compensation cases in New Jersey.
Disputes must be filed with the Division of Workers' Compensation within two years of payment or denial notice.
Current practice allows up to six years to file such disputes.
Sponsored by Democratic senators Gordon Johnson and Nilsa Cruz-Perez.