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. A notice of claim must be filed in writing.A claim predicated on a negligent or wrongful act of EPA or its employees may be filed using Standard Form 95. Fill out the claim form completely. Provide as much detail as possible. Standard Form 95 is used to present claims against the United States under the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) for property damage, personal injury, or death. A lawsuit against the State of New York may only be filed in the Court of Claims. The Federal Tort Claims Act prescribes a uniform procedure for handling of claims against the United States, for money damages only. The most broadly applicable notice of claim provision is set forth in the General Municipal Law. (the PLRA) may mean that you have to complete the internal prison grievance procedures.