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Small business contract disputes in New Jersey: options and deadlines

In New Jersey, most breach of contract claims must be filed within six years (N.J.S.A. 2A:14-1), and claims for the sale of goods generally within four. Claims up to $5,000 can go to small claims, up to $20,000 to the Special Civil Part, and larger cases to the Law Division, where court mediation is often available.

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