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per quod claim in New Jersey

46 New Jersey opinions name it 2 courts 1953–2023 3 in the last five years

The cases below were cited by New Jersey courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.

Followed or applied (21)

CaseFollowedCited
Tichenor v. Santillogreen
njsuperctappdiv · 1987 · cited in 7 New Jersey opinions naming this issue, 1988–2003
2 sentences

2003Moreover, Tornquist was overruled by Tichenor v. Santillo, 218 N.J.Super. 165, 174 , 527 A. 2d 78 (App.Div.1987), where we held that a per quod claim will be reduced by the percentage of negligence attributable to the injured spouse, and by the percentage of any negligence attributable to the spouse asserting the per quod claim.

2003Moreover, Tornquist was overruled by Tichenor v. Santillo, 218 N.J.Super. 165, 174 , 527 A. 2d 78 (App.Div.1987), where we held that a per quod claim will be reduced by the percentage of negligence attributable to the injured spouse, and by the percentage of any negligence attributable to the spouse asserting the per quod claim.

27
Kibble v. Weeks Dredging & Construction Co.green
nj · 1999 · cited in 3 New Jersey opinions naming this issue, 2010–2021
2 sentences

2021Co., 161 N.J. 178, 190 (1990) (noting that "a per quod claim is derivative of the injured spouse's personal injury cause of action").

2014Co., 161 N.J. 178, 190 , 735 A.2d 1142 (1999); Black’s Law Dictionary 1028 (5 ed. 1979) (“A per quod claim is an action ‘per quod consortium amisit.’ In old pleading, [it meant] whereby he lost the company [of his wife]”).

23
Hauck v. Danclargreen
njsuperctappdiv · 1993 · cited in 4 New Jersey opinions naming this issue, 1999–2019
2 sentences

2014On the other hand, courts have explained the critical distinction that “it is also independent, as the damages which may be awarded to the spouse pursuant to the per quod claim are clearly different from the damages which may be awarded to the spouse suffering the direct injury.” Hauck v. Danclar, 262 N.J.Super. 225, 227 , 620 A.2d 479 (Law Div.1993).

2014On the other hand, courts have explained the critical distinction that “it is also independent, as the damages which may be awarded to the spouse pursuant to the per quod claim are clearly different from the damages which may be awarded to the spouse suffering the direct injury.” Hauck v. Danclar, 262 N.J.Super. 225, 227 , 620 A.2d 479 (Law Div.1993).

14
Ekalo v. Constructive Serv. Corp. of Americagreen
nj · 1965 · cited in 3 New Jersey opinions naming this issue, 1978–1988
2 sentences

1988The court denied a motion for a new trial, later affirmed by the Appellate Division, and in dicta, stated that it was in error in instructing the jury on the parent's per quod claim. *20 I have concluded, therefore, that a parent in a negligence action may not recover damages for loss of the society and companionship of an injured child, for the following reasons: (a) there is no authority in this State for allowing such recovery; (b) those New Jersey cases which authorize a parent to recover damages beyond medical expenses and loss of earnings and services involve the tort of seduction and ex

1978Corp. of America, 46 N.J. 82 (1965), implemented by R. 4:28-3(b), requiring joinder by a spouse asserting a per quod claim in the negligence action brought by the injured spouse.

13
Marsella v. Monmouth Medical Centergreen
njsuperctappdiv · 1988 · cited in 2 New Jersey opinions naming this issue, 1996–2019
2 sentences

2019Ibid.

2019This was so because the per quod claim was "incidental to, dependent on, and derivative of the claim of the injured person." Ibid.

12
Goodman v. Mead Johnson & Companygreen
ca3 · 1976 · cited in 2 New Jersey opinions naming this issue, 1984–1984
2 sentences

1984In the latter case, it was stated: (a)lthough it is dependent upon an actionable wrong having been committed against his wife, a husband's per quod claim is independent from and not derivative of her personal injury claim. [ Id. at 574 ] Since it is a separate claim, a notice of claim on behalf of each claimant must be filed.

1984See, e.g., Goodman v. Mead Johnson & Co., 534 F. 2d 566 (3 Cir.1976).

12
Gilhooley v. County of Uniongreen
nj · 2000 · cited in 1 New Jersey opinions naming this issue, 2022–2022
1 sentence

2022See, e.g., Gilhooley v. Cnty. of Union, 164 N.J. 533 , 540–41 (2000) ("[I]n order to vault the pain and suffering threshold under the Tort Claims Act," N.J.S.A. 59:9-2(d), "a plaintiff must satisfy a two-pronged 1 Plaintiff's husband Arnold William Fisher, Jr., also asserted a per quod claim.

11
Brill v. Guardian Life Insurance Co. of Americagreen
nj · 1995 · cited in 1 New Jersey opinions naming this issue, 2019–2019
1 sentence

2019Co., 142 N.J. 520, 523 (1995)). 1 Stephen Scheps, who filed a per quod claim, also appeals.

11
Milacci v. Mato Realty Co., Inc.green
njsuperctappdiv · 1987 · cited in 1 New Jersey opinions naming this issue, 2014–2014
2 sentences

2014Plaintiffs rely on Milacci v. Mato Realty Co., 217 N.J.Super. 297 , 525 A.2d 1120 (App.Div.1987) in support of its contention that a husband’s per quod claim substantially complies with the notice requirements of the TCA.

2014Plaintiffs rely on Milacci v. Mato Realty Co., 217 N.J.Super. 297 , 525 A.2d 1120 (App.Div.1987) in support of its contention that a husband’s per quod claim substantially complies with the notice requirements of the TCA.

11
Jackowitz v. Langgreen
njsuperctappdiv · 2009 · cited in 1 New Jersey opinions naming this issue, 2010–2010
2 sentences

2010See Jackowitz, supra, 408 N.J.Super. at 505 , 975 A. 2d 531 ("Fleeting comments, even if improper, may not warrant a new trial, particularly when the verdict is fair."). [6] We are cognizant of the case law that may allow counsel to ask the jury to "send a message" in the very narrow area of punitive damages.

2010See Jackowitz, supra, 408 N.J.Super. at 505 , 975 A. 2d 531 ("Fleeting comments, even if improper, may not warrant a new trial, particularly when the verdict is fair."). [6] We are cognizant of the case law that may allow counsel to ask the jury to "send a message" in the very narrow area of punitive damages.

11
Einwechter v. Marcianogreen
njsuperctappdiv · 1998 · cited in 1 New Jersey opinions naming this issue, 2008–2008
2 sentences

2008See, e.g., Einwechter v. Marciano, 311 N.J.Super. 492, 496-97 , 710 A. 2d 573 (App.Div.1998) (finding wife's per quod claim was covered by same portion of an insurance policy providing UM motorist benefits for her spouse's personal injuries); In re Harris v. Security Ins.

2008See, e.g., Einwechter v. Marciano, 311 N.J.Super. 492, 496-97 , 710 A. 2d 573 (App.Div.1998) (finding wife's per quod claim was covered by same portion of an insurance policy providing UM motorist benefits for her spouse's personal injuries); In re Harris v. Security Ins.

11
Kelly v. County of Monmouthgreen
njsuperctappdiv · 2005 · cited in 1 New Jersey opinions naming this issue, 2008–2008
2 sentences

2008See, e.g., Kelly v. County of Monmouth, 380 N.J.Super. 552, 558 , 883 A. 2d 411 (App.Div.2005) (discussing willful misconduct in the context of an intentional battery).

2008See, e.g., Kelly v. County of Monmouth, 380 N.J.Super. 552, 558 , 883 A. 2d 411 (App.Div.2005) (discussing willful misconduct in the context of an intentional battery).

11
Guiseppi v. Wallinggreen
ca2 · 1944 · cited in 1 New Jersey opinions naming this issue, 2003–2003
1 sentence

2003The Court cited Judge Hand’s famous dictum: "There is no surer way to misread any document than to read it literally.” Guiseppi v. Walling, 144 F.2d 608, 624 (2d Cir.1944).

11
Miranda v. Arizonagreen
scotus · 1966 · cited in 1 New Jersey opinions naming this issue, 2000–2000
2 sentences

2000NOTES [1] References to plaintiff or Mesgleski in the singular refer to Kenneth Mesgleski. [2] Count one of the complaint against defendants asserted a negligence claim; count two asserted an assault claim; count three asserted a reckless injury claim; count four asserted an improper training and supervision claim against the SPCA; count five asserted claims of invasion of privacy, trespass and civil rights violations; and count six asserted a per quod claim on behalf of Linda Mesgleski. [3] Miranda v. Arizona, 384 U.S. 436, 478-479 , 86 S.Ct. 1602, 1630 , 16 L.Ed. 2d 694, 726 (1966). [4] This

2000NOTES [1] References to plaintiff or Mesgleski in the singular refer to Kenneth Mesgleski. [2] Count one of the complaint against defendants asserted a negligence claim; count two asserted an assault claim; count three asserted a reckless injury claim; count four asserted an improper training and supervision claim against the SPCA; count five asserted claims of invasion of privacy, trespass and civil rights violations; and count six asserted a per quod claim on behalf of Linda Mesgleski. [3] Miranda v. Arizona, 384 U.S. 436, 478-479 , 86 S.Ct. 1602, 1630 , 16 L.Ed. 2d 694, 726 (1966). [4] This

11
Portee v. Jaffeegreen
nj · 1980 · cited in 1 New Jersey opinions naming this issue, 1988–1988
11
Maidman v. Stagggreen
nyappdiv · 1981 · cited in 1 New Jersey opinions naming this issue, 1987–1987
11
Lee v. Colorado Department of Healthgreen
colo · 1986 · cited in 1 New Jersey opinions naming this issue, 1987–1987
11
Arnold v. Shawano County Agricultural Societygreen
wis · 1983 · cited in 1 New Jersey opinions naming this issue, 1987–1987
11
Baxter v. Fairmont Food Co.green
nj · 1977 · cited in 1 New Jersey opinions naming this issue, 1978–1978
11
Patusco v. Prince MacAroni, Inc.green
nj · 1967 · cited in 1 New Jersey opinions naming this issue, 1974–1974
11
Painter v. Paintergreen
nj · 1974 · cited in 1 New Jersey opinions naming this issue, 1974–1974
11

Distinguished, questioned or overruled (0)

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Also cited on this issue (36)

CaseCitedYears
Weir v. Market Transition Facility green
njsuperctappdiv · 1999
2 sentences

2019Ibid.

2019We based our conclusion, in part, on our observation that "it is significant that the spouse of an injured employee cannot assert a per quod claim within a workers' compensation proceeding." Ibid.

22019–2019
Goncalvez v. Patuto green
njsuperctappdiv · 1983
2 sentences

2014Ibid.

2006Id. at 627-30, 458 A. 2d 146 .

22006–2014
Lehmann v. Toys 'R' US, Inc. green
nj · 1993
1 sentence

2023Plaintiffs filed their second amended Law Division complaint, the operative pleading here, asserting five causes of action against Fairview and Related: (1) sexual harassment and discrimination in violation of the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD), N.J.S.A. 10:5-1 to -50, and Lehmann v. Toys 'R' Us, Inc., 132 N.J. 587 (1993) (count one); (2) aiding and abetting A-3345-21 4 (count two); (3) tortious conduct (count three); (4) negligence (count four); and (5) a per quod claim on behalf of Diane (count five).

12023–2023
Madej v. Doe green
njsuperctappdiv · 1984
2 sentences

2014In support of dismissing the husband’s claim, the State relied upon the holding in Madej v. Doe, 194 N.J.Super. 580, 586 , 477 A.2d 439 (Law Div.1984) that a per quod claim of a husband is barred where the governmental entity had no notice of the per quod claim.

2014In support of dismissing the husband’s claim, the State relied upon the holding in Madej v. Doe, 194 N.J.Super. 580, 586 , 477 A.2d 439 (Law Div.1984) that a per quod claim of a husband is barred where the governmental entity had no notice of the per quod claim.

12014–2014
Wiese v. Dedhia green
njsuperctappdiv · 2002
2 sentences

2011They assert that Rule 4:58-4 only allows for a “single unallocated offer” in situations where a plaintiff has joined another plaintiff “for the purpose of asserting a per quod claim.” Plaintiffs oppose defendants’ motion, arguing that the case of Wiese v. Dedhia, 354 N.J.Super. 256 , 806 A.2d 826 (App.Div.2002) allows multiple plaintiffs to file a single, aggregate offer of judgment as to all of their claims.

2011They assert that Rule 4:58-4 only allows for a “single unallocated offer” in situations where a plaintiff has joined another plaintiff “for the purpose of asserting a per quod claim.” Plaintiffs oppose defendants’ motion, arguing that the case of Wiese v. Dedhia, 354 N.J.Super. 256 , 806 A.2d 826 (App.Div.2002) allows multiple plaintiffs to file a single, aggregate offer of judgment as to all of their claims.

12011–2011
Murphy v. Implicito green
njsuperctappdiv · 2007
2 sentences

2010Co., 161 N.J. 178, 190 , 735 A.2d 1142 (1999) (explaining that "loss of consortium, or per quod, claim is intended to compensate a person for the loss of a spouse's society, companionship and services due to the fault of another[,]” and that "a per quod claim is derivative of the injured spouse's personal injury cause of action" (citations and internal quotation marks omitted)); Murphy v. Implicito, 392 N.J.Super. 245, 269 , 920 A.2d 678 (App.Div.2007) (noting that, "[i]n general, a per quod claim includes the right of a husband or wife to receive compensation for loss of affection, comfort, c

2010Co., 161 N.J. 178, 190 , 735 A.2d 1142 (1999) (explaining that "loss of consortium, or per quod, claim is intended to compensate a person for the loss of a spouse's society, companionship and services due to the fault of another[,]” and that "a per quod claim is derivative of the injured spouse's personal injury cause of action" (citations and internal quotation marks omitted)); Murphy v. Implicito, 392 N.J.Super. 245, 269 , 920 A.2d 678 (App.Div.2007) (noting that, "[i]n general, a per quod claim includes the right of a husband or wife to receive compensation for loss of affection, comfort, c

12010–2010
Sciarrotta v. Global Spectrum green
nj · 2008
2 sentences

2010However, because he advances only a per quod claim, "the viability of [that claim] is subject to the survival of [his wifej's claim.” Sciarrotta v. Global Spectrum, 194 N.J. 345 , 350 n. 3, 944 A.2d 630 (2008).

2010However, because he advances only a per quod claim, "the viability of [that claim] is subject to the survival of [his wifej's claim.” Sciarrotta v. Global Spectrum, 194 N.J. 345 , 350 n. 3, 944 A.2d 630 (2008).

12010–2010
Jobes v. Evangelista green
njsuperctappdiv · 2004
2 sentences

2008Simply put, good faith as a condition of the qualified immunity afforded by N.J.S.A. 59:3-3 and actual malice in the New York Times sense are mutually exclusive. [ Jobes v. Evangelista, 369 N.J.Super. 384, 395 , 849 A. 2d 186 (App.Div.), certif. denied, 180 N.J. 457 , 852 A. 2d 193 (2004).] The remaining claims against the school defendants that are subject to the TCA, false imprisonment, battery, assault, intentional infliction of emotional distress and the per quod claim, are all intentional torts, i.e., willful misconduct or based on intentional torts.

2008Simply put, good faith as a condition of the qualified immunity afforded by N.J.S.A. 59:3-3 and actual malice in the New York Times sense are mutually exclusive. [ Jobes v. Evangelista, 369 N.J.Super. 384, 395 , 849 A. 2d 186 (App.Div.), certif. denied, 180 N.J. 457 , 852 A. 2d 193 (2004).] The remaining claims against the school defendants that are subject to the TCA, false imprisonment, battery, assault, intentional infliction of emotional distress and the per quod claim, are all intentional torts, i.e., willful misconduct or based on intentional torts.

12008–2008
Pickett v. Lloyd's green
nj · 1993
2 sentences

2007"Compensation should not be dependent on what label we place on an action but rather on the nature of the injury inflicted on the plaintiff and the remedies requested." Pickett v. Lloyd's, 131 N.J. 457, 470 , 621 A. 2d 445 (1993).

2007"Compensation should not be dependent on what label we place on an action but rather on the nature of the injury inflicted on the plaintiff and the remedies requested." Pickett v. Lloyd's, 131 N.J. 457, 470 , 621 A. 2d 445 (1993).

12007–2007
Rova Farms Resort, Inc. v. Investors Insurance Co. of America green
nj · 1974
2 sentences

2007Co. of Am., 65 N.J. 474, 484 , 323 A. 2d 495 (1974) (holding that the insurer, who has "contractually restricted the independent negotiating power of its insured, has a positive fiduciary duty to take the initiative and attempt to negotiate a settlement within the policy coverage" by "offer[ing] its policy limits [and] try[ing] to settle the matter if there is any possibility of a judgment above the [policy] limits"). [2] Robin Jolley, Sr. was ultimately dismissed from the litigation because he was not legally married to Kimberly Jolley, and therefore could not pursue a per quod claim. [3] Zur

2007Co. of Am., 65 N.J. 474, 484 , 323 A. 2d 495 (1974) (holding that the insurer, who has "contractually restricted the independent negotiating power of its insured, has a positive fiduciary duty to take the initiative and attempt to negotiate a settlement within the policy coverage" by "offer[ing] its policy limits [and] try[ing] to settle the matter if there is any possibility of a judgment above the [policy] limits"). [2] Robin Jolley, Sr. was ultimately dismissed from the litigation because he was not legally married to Kimberly Jolley, and therefore could not pursue a per quod claim. [3] Zur

12007–2007
Oswin v. Shaw red
nj · 1992
2 sentences

2005Oswin v. Shaw, 129 N.J. 290 , 609 A.2d 415 (1992).

2005Oswin v. Shaw, 129 N.J. 290 , 609 A.2d 415 (1992).

12005–2005
DiProspero v. Penn green
nj · 2005
2 sentences

2005During the pendency of this appeal, the Supreme Court decided DiProspero v. Penn, 183 N.J. 477 , 874 A. 2d 1039 (2005), holding that the limitation on lawsuit option does not require proof of serious life impact.

2005During the pendency of this appeal, the Supreme Court decided DiProspero v. Penn, 183 N.J. 477 , 874 A. 2d 1039 (2005), holding that the limitation on lawsuit option does not require proof of serious life impact.

12005–2005
Boyd v. Steele green
njsuperctappdiv · 1969
2 sentences

2003Tichenor v. Santillo 218 N.J.Super. 165, 173 , 527 A. 2d 78 (App.Div. 1987); Wimmer v. Coombs, 198 N.J.Super. 184, 188 , 486 A. 2d 916 (App.Div.1985); Boyd v. Steele, 107 N.J.Super. 405, 410 , 258 A. 2d 719 (App.Div.1969).

2003Tichenor v. Santillo 218 N.J.Super. 165, 173 , 527 A. 2d 78 (App.Div. 1987); Wimmer v. Coombs, 198 N.J.Super. 184, 188 , 486 A. 2d 916 (App.Div.1985); Boyd v. Steele, 107 N.J.Super. 405, 410 , 258 A. 2d 719 (App.Div.1969).

12003–2003
Wimmer v. Coombs green
njsuperctappdiv · 1985
2 sentences

2003Tichenor v. Santillo 218 N.J.Super. 165, 173 , 527 A. 2d 78 (App.Div. 1987); Wimmer v. Coombs, 198 N.J.Super. 184, 188 , 486 A. 2d 916 (App.Div.1985); Boyd v. Steele, 107 N.J.Super. 405, 410 , 258 A. 2d 719 (App.Div.1969).

2003Tichenor v. Santillo 218 N.J.Super. 165, 173 , 527 A. 2d 78 (App.Div. 1987); Wimmer v. Coombs, 198 N.J.Super. 184, 188 , 486 A. 2d 916 (App.Div.1985); Boyd v. Steele, 107 N.J.Super. 405, 410 , 258 A. 2d 719 (App.Div.1969).

12003–2003
Rex v. Hutner green
nj · 1958
2 sentences

2003Rex v. Hutner, 26 N.J. 489, 491-92 , 140 A. 2d 753 (1958).

2003Rex v. Hutner, 26 N.J. 489, 491-92 , 140 A. 2d 753 (1958).

12003–2003
Hedgebeth v. Medford green
nj · 1977
12000–2000
Davis v. ELIZ. GEN. MED. CTR. green
njsuperctappdiv · 1988
2 sentences

2000Ctr., by Judge Menza who observed that, based upon statutory enactment or analogy with a spouse's claim for consortium, the trend appears to allow a per quod claim for companionship and society in cases where a minor child has been seriously injured. 228 N.J.Super. 17, 20-21 , 548 A. 2d 528 (Law Div.1988).

2000Ctr., by Judge Menza who observed that, based upon statutory enactment or analogy with a spouse's claim for consortium, the trend appears to allow a per quod claim for companionship and society in cases where a minor child has been seriously injured. 228 N.J.Super. 17, 20-21 , 548 A. 2d 528 (Law Div.1988).

12000–2000
Cogdell v. Hospital Center at Orange green
nj · 1989
12000–2000
Landwehr v. Landwehr green
nj · 1988
11999–1999
Danek v. Hommer green
nj · 1952
11999–1999
Kopak v. Polzer green
nj · 1950
11999–1999
BRENNANS. v. Biber neutral
njsuperctappdiv · 1968
11999–1999
Brennan v. Biber green
njsuperctappdiv · 1966
11999–1999
Calabrese v. Selective Insurance Co. of America green
njsuperctappdiv · 1997
11998–1998
Wolfe v. State Farm Ins. Co. green
njsuperctappdiv · 1988
11994–1994
Wolfe v. State Farm Insurance Co. green
nj · 1988
11994–1994
Scott v. Garber green
njsuperctappdiv · 1964
11992–1992
Amato v. Amato green
njsuperctappdiv · 1981
11988–1988
Hair v. County of Monterey green
calctapp · 1975
11988–1988
Shockley Ex Rel. Shockley v. Prier green
wis · 1975
11988–1988
Tornquist v. Perkowski green
njsuperctappdiv · 1984
11987–1987
Grover P. MacOn v. Seaward Construction Company, Inc. green
ca1 · 1977
11987–1987
Zalewski v. Gallagher green
njsuperctappdiv · 1977
11984–1984
Sweeney v. Pruyne green
nj · 1975
11978–1978
Konitch v. Hartung green
njsuperctappdiv · 1963
11973–1973
Danek v. Hommer green
njsuperctappdiv · 1951
11953–1953

Statutes the citing opinions construe

NJ § N.J. Stat. § 59:1-1 (3)

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Where else courts name it

NJ 46 (1953–2023) IL 11 (2000–2026)

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