A tort claim is something that you file if the person who hurt you was a government employee. A strict statutory requirement exists in California requiring that a "government tort claim" be brought before suing a public entity for money or damages.When government negligence leads to injury, you can seek damages from the entity responsible under the California Tort Claims Act (CTCA). Under the FTCA, the federal government acts as a self-insurer, and recognizes liability for the negligent or wrongful acts or omissions of its employees. Figure out what happened and who did it. Make notes for yourself before you begin to fill out forms. Learn about the rules and procedures for filing a personal injury lawsuit against the state of California or a local California government. The Federal Tort Claims Act prescribes a uniform procedure for handling of claims against the United States, for money damages only. It's not quite that simple if you're dealing with a government entity, but the California Tort Claims Act (CTCA) allows you to receive fair compensation. Attorneys completing an FTCA claim form must include a sum certain or risk dismissal on procedural grounds.
