N.J. Admin. Code § 7:1I-5.1

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 24, December 18, 2024

Section 7:1I-5.1 - Settlement of claim with owner, operator or other person

(a) At least two weeks prior to any private settlement with any owner or operator or other person, the claimant shall notify the Department by certified mail of the terms of the settlement.

(b) If the claimant privately settles with any owner or operator or other person in connection with the sanitary landfill facility in question, any payment the claimant receives as a result of that settlement shall be deducted from the amount of compensation awarded by the Department regarding the claimant's damages; provided, however, that if the settlement terms release any owner or operator from further liability, the settlement shall be an absolute bar to any claim for damages from the Fund.