Establishes civil action for abuse, neglect, exploitation or bullying of minor or adult with disability; provides that bullying of vulnerable adult may constitute grounds for investigation by adult protective services and report to law enforcement.

Summary

The bill gives people with disabilities – both children and adults – the right to sue for injuries caused by abuse, neglect, exploitation or bullying. It also makes bullying of a vulnerable adult a trigger for an adult protective services investigation and a possible law‑enforcement report. The changes aim to protect disabled New Jersey residents and give them clearer legal recourse.

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