A Bayonne High School student has filed a notice of tort claim with the city, school district and state after the varsity ice hockey coach allegedly pointed a gun at him inside Korpi Ice Rink. The claim, filed by Jersey City attorney Joel Silberman, seeks compensation for emotional injuries as a result of the incident. According to the claim, the student suffered emotional injuries for which he is undergoing treatment. Read more.
What is a notice of tort claim?
A notice of tort claim is the first formal step in a claim against a New Jersey city, school district or state agency. It generally must be filed within 90 days, and it tells the public body about the claim before a lawsuit can be filed. More on cases like this: civil rights lawyer in Bayonne and case results.
