N.J. Stat. § 59:9-5

Current through L. 2023, c. 320.

Section 59:9-5 - Discretion to award attorney's fees; limitation

In any action brought against a public entity or a public employee under this act, the court may, in its discretion, award a successful claimant (a) costs ordinarily allowable in the private sector (b) expert witness fees not exceeding a total of $100.00 and (c) reasonable attorney's fees; provided however that there shall be no such recovery in any case where damages are awarded for pain and suffering.

N.J.S. § 59:9-5

L.1972, c.45, s.59:9-5.