Are there other ways to submit the Washington State Tort Claim? Before filing a Tort Claim, please read these instructions the Tort Claim form and other appropriate forms in their entirety.Type or print clearly in ink and sign the completed Standard Tort Claim Form. 2. How Can I File a Small Claim? There are four basic steps to starting a small claims case: File a Complaint form (DC-CV-001) with the court. You can find a link to our online Claims Portal or Tort Claim Form in the next section. Case Caption: KETTER ETAL VS 3M COMPANY ETAL. Out in tort claims is fraudulent.